The Battle of the 6's

What is NEBOSH?

NEBOSH stands for the National Examination Board of Occupational Health and Safety, they offer a wide range of courses covering multiple aspects of Health and Safety in all industries such as their courses in Oil and gas, fire safety, construction, and process safety which we at SHEilds deliver. NEBOSH is well known for it being the long-standing awarding body established since 1979 with its primary mission to provide world-class accessible health and safety, environmental as well as risk and wellbeing qualifications and services.

What is NVQ?

NVQ stands for National Vocational Qualifications which are available through Pro-Qual but delivered to you by us at SHEilds. An NVQ is a work-based qualification that recognises the skills and knowledge a person needs to do a job effectively. The national vocational qualifications that we offer are aimed more specifically at Health and safety within the workplace. These NVQ’s are an accumulation of personal skills and competence within your given job role that prove you are ready to stand up to the task and giving that little bit more responsibility within your organisation.

How do you achieve a NEBOSH Diploma in Occupational Health and Safety qualification?

The NEBOSH diploma is an exam-based qualification which has been specifically created to aid and progress leading health and safety professionals. The NEBOSH Diploma unlike the NVQ does have exams, three in total, however they are all taken online which has massively helped those who are remote or remotely working. This means that the NEBOSH diploma can now be completed in full online. The NEBOSH Diploma builds upon the foundational knowledge gained from the National or International General Certificate, and so it is recommended to take before you begin the task of completing the Diploma.

How do you achieve the NVQ Level 6 in Occupational Health and Safety?

The NVQ level 6 is achieved through an evidence-based portfolio in which evidence is submitted until enough is collated to meet all required criteria for the qualification. This is then assessed based off candidate’s competency shown within the evidence gathered. This means you can learn whilst you work in addition to building and developing your skills to reach more specific criteria to achieve this qualification. This process helps encourage the best method of development within your career and job role whilst still gaining a widely recognised qualification. NVQ’s do not have any exams, which means that you only gain the qualification when enough evidence is gathered. No exams No problem! This means that you cannot fail this qualification but instead only deemed not yet ready to meet the criteria which allows you to further build your evidence to reinforce your studies and portfolio.

The Benefits of NEBOSH

NEBOSH is an internationally recognised awarding body which is held with high regards globally. This means that this course can be taken anywhere and still be found immeasurably useful to have. This course is recommended for someone who has prior health and safety knowledge or is currently in a health and safety role. NEBOSH presents this qualification as a progression path within the health and safety industry. The NEBOSH Diploma qualifications specific set out to meet quality criteria that ensures it is fit for purpose this includes relevant content towards the subject field as well as industry specific knowledge. The NEBOSH exam structure is beneficial to students as the offering of online exams gives you as a student the most time to prepare for your exams, as you are in control and can decide when you are ready to sit them.

The Benefits of NVQ

Taking an NVQ allows you to take a flexible route to becoming qualified within the workplace without having to take any exams at all. It is also a practical demonstration of your skills, knowledge and understanding within your field of work. You are issued a certificate upon completion to show that you have met the national standard for your occupational role. The biggest benefit of completing the NVQ is the access granted to recognised qualifications for employees with no other formal education. All these factors greatly improve your employability and skills transferability.

The Final Verdict

We at SHEilds believe that both educational pathways of either qualification route are incredibly useful to your career progression within your occupational field. And we fully recommend both the NEBOSH Diploma as well as the NVQ level 6 if you are prepared to make a difference within the workplace.

Our online e-learning courses are aimed to best prepare you for the exams made with the student experience first in mind, a wide range of materials are available in every element such as interactive tasks, videos, and podcasts. All our courses are fully tutor supported.

If you are working remotely or want to build on prior knowledge, whether you are developing a formal interest in Health and Safety or already established within a role, we would recommend you take the NEBOSH National or International Diploma in Occupational Health and Safety to progress your career and interests.

However, if you have been in the industry and are cemented as a leading Health and Safety practitioner with the ability to gather as well as build evidence towards a portfolio, we would better recommend the NVQ Level 6. Once you have gained this qualification you should have the foundational elements to take on the insurmountable feat of the NVQ Level 7 in Strategic Health and Safety Leadership and Management.

How much is the NEBOSH Diploma?

You can find the current price of the NEBOSH National Diploma in Occupational Health and Safety Here.

You can find the current price of the NEBOSH International Diploma in Occupational Health and safety Here.

How much is the NVQ level 6?

You can find the current price of the NVQ Level 6 in Occupational Health and Safety Here.