Health & Safety at Work - Carlow
Unlock your potential with our NFQ Level 7 Diploma in Health & Safety—a programme tailored to meet legislative and industry demands, empowering you with the skills and expertise to excel as a Health & Safety professional. Designed for those passionate about fostering safe, compliant, and effective workplaces, this course equips you with essential tools and knowledge to make an immediate impact.
| Award Name | Special Purpose Diploma (Level 7 NFQ) |
|---|---|
| NFQ Classification | Special Purpose |
| Awarding Body | South East Technological University |
| NFQ Level | Level 7 NFQ |
| Award Name | NFQ Classification | Awarding Body | NFQ Level |
|---|---|---|---|
| Special Purpose Diploma (Level 7 NFQ) | Special Purpose | South East Technological University | Level 7 NFQ |
Duration
1 year, part-time.
Entry Requirements
All applicants will be considered on a case-by-case basis. Lifelong Learning reserves the right to require applicants to attend for an interview to determine their suitability for the programme.
Further information
Next Intake September 2026
Application Deadline 30 Sep 2026
Elevate Your Career with a Level 7 Diploma in Health & Safety
Unlock your potential with our NFQ Level 7 Diploma in Health & Safety—a programme tailored to meet legislative and industry demands, empowering you with the skills and expertise to excel as a Health & Safety professional. Designed for those passionate about fostering safe, compliant, and effective workplaces, this course equips you with essential tools and knowledge to make an immediate impact.
What You’ll Learn
Through engaging modules delivered by industry and academic experts, you’ll master:
Risk Management & Hazard Control: Proactively identify and mitigate workplace risks.
Health, Safety & Environmental Management: Lead compliance and sustainability initiatives.
Safety Practitioner Skills: Develop hands-on expertise to implement best practices.
Research Application: Conduct practical, real-world investigations into workplace safety issues, offering insights into the dynamic role of a safety practitioner.
What You’ll Gain
Graduates will leave with the confidence to:
Develop and manage robust Health & Safety policies tailored to organisational needs.
Conduct regular reviews of compliance systems and suggest impactful improvements.
Deliver effective training and communication programs that inspire a culture of safety.
Navigate the intersection of employment law and Health & Safety with ease.
Why Choose This Program?
Industry-Relevant Skills: Learn through authentic assessments designed for real-world application.
Expert Guidance: Gain insights from experienced professionals who bridge theory and practice.
Immediate Impact: Bring measurable value to your organization from day one.
Take the first step toward becoming a trusted Health & Safety leader—join us and make workplace safety your career calling.
Online Support
Students will have full access to a range of supports available online and through Blackboard, our virtual learning environment. These include our new online programme, PACE, which is designed to support students to access and effectively use library resources in order to complete assignments. Additional supports include an Academic Writing Centre and Maths Support Centre, freely available to all students.
Risk Management,
Hazard Control,
Health, Safety and Environmental Management
Safety Practitioner Skills
Researching Health Safety and Welfare in the Workplace
Course Leader
Eoin O'Brien
Lifelong learning manager -
Call: +353599175280
Email: eoin.obrien@setu.ie