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Diploma of Work Health and Safety BSB51319 Including Prerequisites

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  • Total 12 Units - Up to 18 Months
  • 100% Online. Study at Your Own Pace
  • 1:1 Student Support Available Every Step of the Way
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  • Potential earning up to $200,000+
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Advance Your WHS Career with the BSB51319 Diploma of Work Health and Safety

The BSB51319 Diploma of Work Health and Safety (WHS) is designed for professionals seeking to lead and manage WHS functions across a range of industries. To be eligible for this diploma, you must first complete five prerequisite units from the BSB41419 Certificate IV in Work Health and Safety.

Our bundled course includes both:

  • The 5 prerequisite units from the Certificate IV in WHS

  • All 10 core units required for the Diploma

This takes the total number of units to 15, all delivered in one streamlined, nationally recognised program. Please note: the prerequisite units must be completed and passed before you begin the Diploma component of the course.

Why Study the Diploma of WHS?

WHS expertise is critical for creating safe workplaces and ensuring compliance with Australian laws and industry regulations. The ability to assess risks, implement preventative measures, and respond to incidents makes WHS professionals indispensable—especially in high-risk industries.

This course is ideal for:

  • Graduates of BSB41419 Certificate IV in WHS

  • Senior staff seeking formal recognition of their WHS capabilities

  • Workers in high-risk industries looking to expand their WHS expertise

  • Individuals wanting to enhance their employability and take the next step in their career

What You’ll Learn

This qualification will develop your ability to manage and implement WHS systems and policies using your well-developed knowledge and leadership skills. Key focus areas include:

  • WHS consultation and participation processes

  • Hazard and risk identification and control

  • Incident response and investigation

  • WHS compliance and legal frameworks

  • Emergency response planning

  • WHS management systems and continuous improvement

  • Use of WHS risk management tools

All units have been selected in consultation with industry experts, and are delivered by experienced facilitators who use real-life case studies and examples to ensure your learning is practical, relevant, and immediately applicable in the workplace.

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Learning Outcomes

This qualification reflects the role of individuals who coordinate and maintain Work Health and Safety (WHS) programs within an organisation. It is ideally suited to supervisors, managers, and WHS practitioners who apply a substantial knowledge base and well-developed skills across a broad range of WHS contexts.

These professionals play a key role in shaping and enforcing workplace safety practices, ensuring both compliance and a culture of safety across the organisation.

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  • Total 15 Units - Up to 18 Months
  • 100% Online. Study at Your Own Pace
  • 1:1 Student Support Available Every Step of the Way
  • Tax Deductible
  • Potential earning up to $160,000+
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Career

There is a wide range of positions and salaries for safety jobs in Australia, depending on factors such as the specific job role, qualifications, and experience. Here are a few examples of safety job roles in Australia and their corresponding salary ranges:

Safety Officer: Safety Officers develop and implement policies and procedures to ensure the safety of workers in a particular organisation. They may also conduct risk assessments, provide training and education to employees, and investigate incidents or accidents. The average salary for a Safety Officer in Australia is around $70,000 – $90,000 per year.

Occupational Health and Safety Advisor: Occupational Health and Safety Advisors work with a range of organisations to provide advice and support on health and safety matters. They may also conduct safety audits and inspections, and provide training and education to employees. The average salary for an Occupational Health and Safety Advisor in Australia is around $80,000 – $110,000 per year.

Safety Coordinator: Safety Coordinators are responsible for coordinating the health and safety activities of a particular organisation. This may include developing and implementing policies and procedures, conducting risk assessments, and providing training and education to employees. The average salary for a Safety Coordinator in Australia is around $60,000 – $90,000 per year.

Environmental Health and Safety Manager: Environmental Health and Safety Managers are responsible for managing the environmental, health and safety program of an organisation. They may also conduct inspections and audits to ensure compliance with regulations and industry standards. The average salary for an Environmental Health and Safety Manager in Australia is around $90,000 – $150,000 per year.

Safety Manager: Safety Managers are responsible for the overall management of safety programs in an organisation. They may also provide guidance and direction to safety officers and coordinators and ensure compliance with safety regulations. The average salary for a Safety Manager in Australia is around $100,000 – $160,000 per year.

(Please note that these are estimates, and the salary ranges can vary depending on the company, region, industry, and qualifications of the individual. Research conducted by eflr Group)

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Delivery & Support

This qualification is delivered 100% on-line including theory, text books, projects and assessments.

You will receive full support for the duration of your course and can call our team from 8.30am to 5.00pm Monday – Friday.

You can also correspond with our team via email, on-line chat, SMS and communicate to your trainer and support officer through your on-line profile.

Once completed you will be issued a formal hard copy qualification/certificate free of charge including an electronic email version.

Course Breakdown

The Diploma of Project Management BSB50820 requires the completion of 12 units of competency, comprising of 8 core units and 4 electives.

Students will have up to 12 months to complete this program. If the learner requires more time please see extension options in our student handbook or contact our office.

These units of competency have been developed in consultation with industry experts, along with our facilitators, to ensure the knowledge you gain is practical and applicable to the industry.

Tools Required

To successfully complete this course, you will require access to a desktop computer or laptop; and adequate access to internet connection.

You will also require an active email account and a mobile phone equipped with a camera.

Software – you will require access to MS Word, MS Excel, and online search platforms.

Course Units

This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to lead the management of Work Health and Safety (WHS) risks in an organisation. The unit includes facilitating the identification of hazards and potential hazards, leading the assessment of associated risks, selecting and implementing suitable risk controls, and evaluating the overall effectiveness of the organisational WHS risk management process. It involves communicating with stakeholders throughout the process. The unit applies to those in an organisation who provide specialised knowledge and guidance to a range of personnel when leading the management of WHS risks.
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to effectively manage Work Health and Safety (WHS) hazards and to comply with WHS laws, as they apply to the management or control of items of plant being maintained and used in a workplace. It requires strong communication skills and systematic approaches to identify, and resolve WHS issues associated with plant. The unit applies to those who provide guidance to others in the workplace in managing WHS hazards associated with plant. The unit does not apply to the design, manufacture, supply, installation, construction, commissioning of plant, or issuing of licences associated with plant.
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to lead the initial response to Work Health and Safety (WHS) incidents. The unit also includes planning, conducting, and reporting on investigations of WHS incidents that have resulted in, or have the potential to result in, injury or damage. This may include accessing specialist expertise. The unit applies to those who work in a range of WHS roles across all industries and apply a substantial knowledge base and well-developed skills in a wide variety of WHS contexts. It does not apply to those undertaking an investigation in order to provide legal advice or prepare for legal proceedings.
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to lead the development and use of Work Health and Safety (WHS) risk management tools. The unit applies to those responsible for managing hazards in the workplace whose role requires them to provide leadership in WHS risk management.
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to implement initial response procedures for emergencies. Its focus is on the implementation of procedures already developed for short-term emergency responses. It assumes that expert advice will be available in identifying potential emergencies and in formulating response plans. The unit applies to those with supervisory responsibilities for managing Work Health and Safety (WHS) in the workplace who contribute to the implementation of procedures for responding to emergencies. These people work in a range of WHS roles across all industries, and apply a substantial knowledge base and well-developed skills in a wide variety of WHS contexts.
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to contribute to managing a Work Health and Safety Information System (WHSIS) that supports the effective management of WHS. It involves accessing, collecting, and analysing WHS information and data; evaluating the effectiveness of the WHSIS and contributing to improving the management of WHS; and communicating the change. The unit applies to those who contribute to managing a WHSIS. These people work in a range of WHS roles across all industries, and apply a substantial knowledge base and well-developed skills in a wide variety of WHS contexts. Individuals will apply skills and knowledge to enable them to manage information and data management processes, including analysis of the data. They are not required to design the actual information system or process.
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to conduct Work Health and Safety (WHS) risk management processes. It applies to individuals who manage WHS risks, based on the organisation’s WHS management system (WHSMS), WHS information system (WHSIS) and risk-management approach (as covered in BSBWHS503 Contribute to the systematic management of WHS risk). These individuals will work in a range of WHS roles across all industries and apply a substantial knowledge base and well-developed skills in a wide variety of WHS contexts.
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to contribute to the development, implementation, and maintenance of elements of a Work Health and Safety Management System (WHSMS). WHSMSs support organisations in systematically managing Work Health and Safety (WHS) in the workplace. WHSMSs consist of a documented set of plans, actions, and procedures that target improvements. The unit applies to those with organisational responsibilities for contributing to tasks in relation to elements of a WHSMS appropriate to the nature and scale of the organisation and its WHS risks. These people will have supervisory responsibilities, work in a range of WHS roles across all industries, and apply a substantial knowledge base and well-developed skills in a wide variety of WHS contexts.
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to manage the identification, review, development, implementation, and evaluation of consultation and participation processes as an integral part of managing Work Health and Safety (WHS). The unit applies to those responsible for facilitating consultation about and participation in WHS management and decision-making across the organisation. These people work in a range of WHS roles across all industries, and apply a substantial knowledge base and well-developed skills in a wide variety of WHS contexts.
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to lead teams in the workplace and to actively engage with the management of the organisation. The unit applies to individuals working at a managerial level who lead and build a positive culture within their work teams. At this level, work will normally be carried out using complex and diverse methods, and procedures requiring the exercise of considerable discretion and judgement. It will also involve using a range of problem solving and decision-making strategies.
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to assist with establishing and maintaining workplace compliance with Work Health and Safety (WHS) laws. It includes identifying applicable WHS laws, duties, rights and obligations, and the necessary actions to ensure WHS compliance in the workplace. It also includes assisting with providing advice about the legislative duties, rights and obligations of individuals and parties, prescribed in WHS laws and those of WHS regulators.
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to contribute to implementing and maintaining Work Health and Safety (WHS) consultation and participation as prescribed in legislation. It also covers contributing to communicating relevant information, identifying feedback opportunities, and improving consultation and participation.
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to contribute to WHS risk management, which includes the processes for identifying Work Health and Safety (WHS) hazards and assessing and controlling the risk relating to those identified hazards. It involves contributing to the development, implementation, and evaluation of risk controls according to legislative and organisational requirements. The unit applies to those working in a broad range of roles across all industries. WHS hazard identification and risk control processes are those defined in written workplace procedures.
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to implement a plan for a Work Health and Safety Management System (WHSMS). The unit applies to individuals with responsibilities for contributing to the implementation of an organisation’s WHSMS as part of their Work Health and Safety (WHS) responsibilities in a range of industry and workplace contexts.
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to assist with actions and activities performed in response to workplace incidents according to Work Health and Safety (WHS) legislative and organisational requirements. The unit applies to those who contribute to workplace incident responses by undertaking a varied range of activities in a structured and familiar work environment as defined in written procedures. It applies to people who work in a broad range of WHS roles across all industries.
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We offer a range of flexible training options to suit your personal schedule. We understand that life can get in the way, with work, family, and life commitments. It can be challenging, we get it.

Our solution is to provide a tailored approach to your style of learning to help you maximise your time and fit in with your life schedule. Speak to our team for more information regarding the support we can offer you. 

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Our easy to use online platform gives you control of your learning experience.

You can access all learning via mobile and tablet, however our platform is desktop oriented and will provide the best experience. 

Assessments are conducted at the end of each unit and delivered in a variety of ways.

We focus on delivering theory based learning through multiple choice questions, written responses, interactive lessons, swipe left to right, and online projects. All part of our dynamic learning experience. 

You will also get access to local student support via phone, email, and online chat.

Self-Paced Learning

Self-paced learning means you can learn on your own time and schedule. You don’t need to complete the same assignments, or learn at the same time as others. 

You can move from one topic or segment to the next at your speed.

You get to select what units you wish to start with, and jump from one to another as you feel you need to. 

We give you full control over your learning experience.

Self paced learning removes the pressure of traditional class room training, and traditional University semesters.

Flexibility

Flexibility means you can work with our team to make the changes you need to get through your course.

You can defer for free or pause your course if your personal circumstances change.

If you find you’ve made the wrong choice when choosing your course, its simple – you can change courses to another that you feel is better suited to you, or you can gift your course to a friend, family member or work colleague – we have options!

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Open Education Academy (OEA) launched in recent years as a dedicated online education provider. We are part of the EFLR Group, an established Registered Training Organisation (RTO) that has been delivering nationally recognised training since 2016.

Our team brings over a decade of experience in delivering accredited, high-quality education through multiple successful training brands. With OEA, our focus is on providing flexible, online learning pathways that lead to real-world career outcomes.

Yes - 100%. Open Education Academy is a proudly Australian-owned and operated business. All of our training, student support, and operations are managed from our headquarters in Brisbane, Australia.

We’ve always been locally based, and we’re committed to delivering high-quality online education that meets national standards and supports the needs of Australian learners, industries, and employers.

Our team consists of 40+ dedicated professionals and trainers, and we are rapidly growing. We have a talented team spread across Australia, supporting you every step of the way. We’re committed to providing exceptional support and delivering quality online education to students nationwide.

No, OEA operates entirely online. As a 100% virtual institution, we deliver all our courses through our student learning portal, allowing you the flexibility to study anytime, anywhere. By eliminating the costs associated with maintaining a physical campus, we are able to offer highly competitive industry prices for our courses

Each course comes with a recommended time frame for completion, which you can find on the individual course page. While all courses are self-paced, they do have a set end date. If you need additional time, you can easily request an extension by reaching out to our office for assistance. (View All Online Courses)

Yes, absolutely! If you'd like to change your course, please get in touch with us first. We’ll help guide you to the right pathway and can transfer you to a new course of equal value with minimal hassle. If the new course has a slight price difference, we’ll work with you to find a solution that suits your needs.

Yes, we understand that life can sometimes get in the way. If you need to pause your course, simply reach out to our support team, and we'll be happy to suspend your course until you're ready to continue. We may also offer an official extension if needed. Please note that some fees may apply depending on the circumstances.

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