Graduate Certificate in Occupational Health and Safety

About the course

This graduate certificate builds skills to identify, assess and control workplace hazards and risks, supporting safer organisations and communities. You’ll study occupational health and safety principles, compliance and prevention strategies, with an emphasis on practical application to real work settings. The program is designed for professionals seeking a focused postgraduate qualification in workplace health and safety. The programme develops advanced clinical reasoning, health leadership, and evidence-based practice for complex care environments.

Career outcome

Graduates may work in workplace health and safety roles across construction, property, manufacturing, government and services. Typical positions include occupational health and safety advisor/coordinator, safety officer, safety inspector or occupational health and safety manager, supporting hazard management, incident prevention, audits and compliance. This graduate certificate prepares you for professional practice in occupational health and safety. Preparing graduates for clinical leadership, health management, and advanced nursing or allied health specialist roles.

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)