# OTHM Level 5 Certificate in Health and Safety

> The OTHM Level 5 Certificate in Health and Safety is an Ofqual-regulated Level 5 certificate in Health and Safety worth 16 credits (96 hours of total qualification time), delivered online and flexibly by LSIB, an OTHM approved centre. It is equivalent to Year 2 of a UK bachelor's degree. Most learners complete it in one month, studying part-time around work.

- Course page: https://upskilluni.com/courses/othm-level-5-certificate-in-health-and-safety/115
- Provider: [LSIB Diploma Courses](https://upskilluni.com/providers/lsib-diploma-courses)
- Price: £950, buy online
- Study method: Online
- Duration: 9 months · Self-paced
- Level: Intermediate
- Qualification: Level 5 Certificate in Health and Safety
- Includes: tutor support, certificate, finance options
- Subjects: [Health, Safety & Care](https://upskilluni.com/courses/health-safety-and-care), [Health and Safety](https://upskilluni.com/courses/health-and-safety)
- Last updated: 2026-11-12

## Description

The OTHM Level 5 Certificate in Health and Safety is intended to develop learners’ understanding of core health and safety management practices that underpin the company’s health and safety management system and particularly the legal responsibilities as outlined by the business health and safety policy.

The qualification provides learners with an opportunity to support more specialist provision, whether internal and/or external through a greater awareness of the principles of health and safety management and provides knowledge to underpin a candidate’s ability to work as an effective manager supporting both people and processes

Successful completion of this qualification will allow learners to enhance their role and responsibilities through greater understanding of the subject areas. Individuals successfully completing the qualification will be eligible to apply for Affiliate / Technical (TechIOSH) membership.

## Curriculum

- Principles of Health and Safety Management
- Proactive and Reactive Health and Safety Practices

## Who is this course for?

This Level 5 certificate suits learners who hold a Level 4 qualification or equivalent experience and want second-year degree-level knowledge in health and safety. Study fully online with tutor support from LSIB, with no fixed timetable. Assessment by assignments, so you can evidence learning from your own workplace.

## Entry requirements

For entry onto the OTHM Level 5 Certificate in Health and Safety qualification, learners must be at least 18 years old on the date of enrolment and possess: A relevant NQF/QCF/RQF certificate or diploma or equivalent recognised qualification that covers the following basic concepts within Occupational Health & Safety: Science and Technology Legal and regulatory systems Workplace safety and health Definitions of risk and risk management principles Principles and theories of safety and health management Occupational health and hygiene Occupational psychology Information technology, literacy and numeracy Science and Technology Legal and regulatory systems Workplace safety and health…

## Certificates

OTHM Qualifications certificate for the Level 5 Certificate in Health and Safety (Ofqual qualification number 610/6913/9). Registration and certification fees are included in the course fee.

## Career path

Successful completion of a Level 5 Certificate in Health and Safety qualification provides learners with the knowledge, understanding and skills to be competent in a range of Health and Safety roles. Individuals successfully completing the qualification will be eligible to apply for Affiliate / Technical (TechIOSH) membership.

## Funding

Standard mode (9 months): £950. Fast-track mode (6 months): £1,250. Pay monthly or quarterly in instalments, or pay in full and save 5%. A £10 enrolment fee is paid on application.