Graduate Certificate in Occupational Health and Safety

About the course

This Graduate Certificate in Occupational Health and Safety prepares you for roles improving workplace health, safety and wellbeing across a wide range of industries. It offers two streams: OHS Professional for those building core OHS capabilities, and OHS Specialist for professionals who want to tailor study through elective units. Designed for flexible study, it can be completed full-time or part-time as a Level 8 graduate certificate in health sciences. The programme develops advanced clinical reasoning, health leadership, and evidence-based practice for complex care environments.

Career outcome

Graduates may pursue or advance careers in occupational health and safety across Australian and international workplaces. The course supports pathways into OHS adviser/officer roles, safety coordinator positions, and broader WHS responsibilities within organisations where risk management and compliance are central. It also suits professionals seeking formal OHS knowledge to complement roles in operations, HR or management. Outcomes align with graduate certificate preparation for health sciences and workplace safety practice.

Living Costs in Sydney**

Restaurant (Meal, Inexpensive Restaurant) A$ 17 - 22	Rent per Month (1 bedroom in City Centre) A$ 2,207 - 2,918	Rent per Month (1 bedroom Outside of Centre) A$ 1,599 - 2,115
Transportation (Daily) A$ 9 - 10	Utilities per Month (Electricity, Mobile & Internet) A$ 219 - 290

Average Salary***

*Source: QS World University Subjects Rankings (2026)

**Source: numbeo.com

***Source: PayScale.com (2026)