Certificate III in Work Health and Safety

BSB30719

This page is updated when information changes, but it's always best to talk to your training provider to confirm course details before you enrol.

Overview

This qualification reflects the role of individuals performing work health and safety (WHS) duties in addition to their main duties. They may provide technical advice and support to a team and apply a range of competencies in varied work contexts. It provides the skills and knowledge required to contribute to a variety of WHS tasks.

Licensing/Regulatory Information

No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this qualification at the time of publication.

  • Financial help

    • Government funding is available for this course. Check your eligibility for:

      • Career Start (traineeship)

      *To be eligible for this funding, you have to do a traineeship.

      Check your eligibility

  • Cost

    Course costs can vary by provider and location. Ask your training provider for a cost estimate.

    • VET Student Loans are not available
    • You may need to pay for equipment or materials.

    To see how government funding could help to reduce the cost of your course, check your eligibility for funding.

  • On-the-job training

    • Completing this course through a traineeship can help you to learn the skills you need.

    This traineeship is available:

    • Work Health and Safety Level III

  • Entry requirements

    This course doesn't have any entry requirements. It could be a good starting point for your career.

  • Duration

    You complete this course when you’ve learned the skills, not after a set amount of time. The times shown are estimates.

    • Through traineeship:
      1 year
    • Qualification only:
      1–2 years

  • Delivery options

    You may be able to access this training in these ways:

    • Workplace-based
    • Some classroom learning
    • Part-time available
    • Partially online
    • Practical learning

Course content

This course is made up of units.

All courses have core units—these are mandatory for completing the course. Most courses also have elective units, which you can choose from to suit your needs and interests. Not all training providers offer every elective, so check with your provider to find out which electives they can offer you.

For more information about course content, talk to your training provider or visit the National Training Register.

Unit Unit type
Apply knowledge of WHS laws in the workplace Core
Contribute effectively to WHS communication and consultation processes Core
Contribute to WHS issue-resolution processes Core
Identify, prevent and report potential facility emergency situations Core
Participate in identifying and controlling hazardous chemicals Core
Participate in WHS hazard identification, risk assessment and risk control processes Core
Apply communication skills Elective
Apply infection prevention and control procedures to own work activities Elective
Contribute to continuous improvement Elective
Contribute to workplace incident response Elective
Enter and work in confined spaces Elective
Identify wastes and hazards Elective
Implement and monitor environmentally sustainable work practices Elective
Lead effective workplace relationships Elective
Lead team effectiveness Elective
Operate and maintain a four wheel drive vehicle Elective
Organise workplace information Elective
Perform emergency first aid Elective
Provide First Aid Elective
Provide First Aid in remote or isolated site Elective
Respond to facility emergencies Elective
Support effective workplace relationships Elective
Use inclusive work practices Elective
Work safely at heights Elective
Write simple documents Elective

Job prospects

The Certificate III in Work Health and Safety sets you up for roles like these, but the skills you learn could take you even further.

  • Human Resource Manager

    ANZSCO 132311

    Apply programs and policies to create a productive and safe work environment for employees.

    Recommended education level:
    Bachelor degree or higher

  • Occupational Health and Safety Adviser

    ANZSCO 251312

    Occupational Health and Safety Advisers develop, implement and evaluate risk management policies and programs, train employees in occupational health and safety procedures, monitor and audit the workplace, and record and investigate incidents to ensure safe and healthy working conditions.

    Recommended education level:
    Bachelor degree or higher

  • Safety Inspector

    ANZSCO 312611

    Safety Inspectors inspect machines, equipment, working conditions and public places to ensure compliance with government and industry standards and regulations, in relation to occupational health and safety.

    Recommended education level:
    Diploma, Advanced Diploma or Associate Degree

Training providers delivering Certificate III in Work Health and Safety

It's a good idea to research multiple training providers to make sure you're getting the right training for you.

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How to enrol in this course

To enrol, choose a training provider that offers this course. You can see provider details on this page.

When you find one that you think suits you, visit their website or contact them directly to confirm details like start dates, fees, funding, delivery locations and delivery options.

The provider will guide you through the enrolment process.

Delivery locations can change as students enrol. If you're doing any workplace-based training, like an apprenticeship, this will take place in a different location from your classroom training. Contact your training provider to confirm delivery locations.
Government funding may be available. Contact your training provider to confirm.
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