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BSB51319 | Work Health & Safety
Diploma of Work Health and Safety
The Diploma of Work Health and Safety (BSB51319) prepares you for senior safety management roles. This nationally recognised qualification develops advanced skills in WHS leadership, risk management systems, and organisational safety strategy.
Course CodeBSB51319
Duration6-12 Months
Delivery100% Online
Payment Plans Available
0Total Units
0Core Units
0Electives
Nationally Recognised
100% Online Study
WHS Management
Flexible Payments
Course Overview
What is the Diploma of Work Health and Safety?
The Diploma of Work Health and Safety (BSB51319) is a nationally recognised qualification designed for those seeking senior WHS management positions. It builds on the Certificate IV to develop advanced leadership and strategic safety management capabilities.
This qualification is tailored to enhance your expertise in promoting safety and wellbeing across various workplaces. You'll develop advanced skills in WHS management systems, risk mitigation strategies, incident investigation, and safety leadership.
The Diploma of WHS is ideal for those working as—or aspiring to roles as—WHS Managers, Senior Advisors, or Coordinators in construction and other high-risk industries.
Why Choose This Course
- Nationally recognised qualification (BSB51319)
- WHS Manager/Coordinator qualification
- Advanced leadership and management skills
- 100% online, self-paced delivery
- Includes prerequisite Cert IV units
Curriculum Highlights
- WHS risk management leadership
- Management system development
- Incident investigation leadership
- Consultation process management
- Risk management tool development
- Hazardous chemicals management
- Psychological health management
- Emergency procedure implementation
Ideal Candidates
Who Should Enrol
The Diploma of WHS is designed for safety professionals seeking to advance into management and leadership positions.
Site Safety Coordinators
Safety coordinators wanting formal management qualifications to advance their careers.
Aspiring WHS Managers
Those targeting WHS Manager, Coordinator, or Senior Advisor positions.
Team Leaders
Supervisors and team leaders wanting to add WHS management to their qualifications.
Course Overview
From Practitioner to Manager
The Diploma of WHS is for those ready to move beyond advisory and officer roles into the management side of work health and safety — developing, implementing, auditing, and improving WHS policies, procedures, and management plans across construction sites and workplaces.
Career Pathways
Advance to WHS Leadership
The Diploma of WHS opens doors to senior safety management positions.
WHS Manager
Lead workplace safety programs, develop policies, and manage WHS teams across organisations.
WHS Coordinator
Coordinate safety activities across multiple sites or departments and drive safety improvements.
Senior WHS Advisor
Provide strategic safety advice to senior management and influence organisational safety culture.
Safety Systems Manager
Develop, implement and maintain comprehensive WHS management systems.
Salary Expectations
These roles are in high demand across Australia and offer strong earning potential.
| Role | Approximate Annual Salary (AUD) |
|---|---|
| WHS CoordinatorCoordinating safety across sites | $0 – $0 |
| WHS ManagerLeading workplace safety programs | $0 – $0 |
| Senior WHS AdvisorStrategic safety advice to executives | $0 – $0 |
| Head of SafetyExecutive safety leadership | $0 – $0+ |
Actual earnings depend on factors including location, project size and complexity, employer type, and individual experience. Licensed builders operating their own businesses have uncapped earning potential based on the volume and value of projects they deliver.
Additional Career Benefits
Management Qualification
Essential qualification for WHS Manager and Coordinator positions
Higher Earning Potential
Access senior roles with significantly higher salaries
Strategic Influence
Shape organisational safety culture at a strategic level
Leadership Skills
Develop advanced leadership and management capabilities
Course Structure
What You'll Learn
The Diploma of WHS covers 10 units—5 core and 5 elective units—plus prerequisite units from Certificate IV.
Core Units (5)
- BSBWHS513 Lead WHS risk management
- BSBWHS516 Contribute to developing WHS management systems
- BSBWHS515 Lead initial response to and investigate WHS incidents
- BSBWHS522 Manage WHS consultation and participation processes
- BSBWHS519 Lead development and use of WHS risk management tools
Elective Units (5)
- BSBWHS431 Develop processes for controlling hazardous chemicals
- BSBWHS512 Contribute to managing work-related psychological health
- BSBWHS514 Manage WHS compliance of contractors
- BSBWHS517 Contribute to managing a WHS information system
- BSBWHS520 Manage implementation of emergency procedures
What You'll Learn
- Lead workplace health and safety risk management processes
- Contribute to developing comprehensive WHS management systems
- Lead initial response to and investigate workplace incidents
- Manage WHS consultation and participation processes
- Lead development and use of WHS risk management tools
- Develop processes for controlling hazardous chemicals
- Contribute to managing work-related psychological health
- Manage implementation of emergency procedures
Ongoing Support
Student Support
Throughout your online study journey, you have access to comprehensive support designed to help you succeed.
Dedicated Support Team
Available via phone and email for enrolment, technical and administrative assistance
Trainer Access
Direct access to trainers for coursework questions and technical guidance
Interactive Learning Platform
User-friendly platform with videos, practice assessments, and progress tracking
Discussion Forums
Connect with fellow students and share experiences
Entry Requirements
Who Can Enrol?
The Diploma is designed for WHS professionals seeking to advance to management and leadership positions.
Enrolment Requirements
Certificate IV in WHS (or equivalent)
Current or recent workplace experience
Interest in WHS management roles
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