Optimi College Awarded Honour of NEBOSH Gold Partner Status
This October, Optimi College has partnered with leading UK-based accreditation NEBOSH (The National Examination Board in Occupational Safety and Health) for two new courses! We are delighted to announce that we have achieved the prestigious status of Gold Learning Partner from NEBOSH. Optimi College is one of only two educational institutions in South Africa holding Gold Partner status.
What Are Gold Learning Partners?
Creating an environment filled with a learning culture of a high standard is vital to Optimi College’s vision for education. We are thrilled to have our work recognised by NEBOSH and strive to continue to present trustworthy part-time and full-time courses as a distance learning institution to learners around South Africa. Our new short courses enable us to contribute to the qualification of more employees in Occupational Health and Safety and Environmental Management.
NEBOSH only awards Gold Partner status to institutions that exceed expectations in 6 learning principles:
- Learner expectations
- Learning environment
- Quality of course materials
- Qualified tutors
- Learner support
- Delivery evaluation
We now offer distance learning courses from NEBOSH that can be studied part-time while working: or full-time:
International General Certificate in Occupational Health and Safety
The International General Certificate in Occupational Health and Safety (IGC) looks at general workplace issues and can be applied in many sectors, such as human resources qualifications and skills that are needed in South Africa. It also contributes to workplace health and safety.
Certificate in Environmental Management
This qualification is designed for anyone with responsibilities for managing environmental issues as part of their work.
What makes NEBOSH a good accreditation for you?
NEBOSH-accredited courses offer four main benefits for distance learning students.
NEBOSH is globally recognised:
NEBOSH is an international certification. On successful completion of the short course, a student can work anywhere around the world. NEBOSH accreditation is recognised as a badge of quality and high value.
NEBOSH has an inspiring vision:
NEBOSH’s vision and mission are to inspire a world where the work environment is safe, and education about the environment is accessible. The Certificate in Environmental Management is a health and safety course that can be completed while working and contribute to a better work environment.
NEBOSH is Industry relevant:
NEBOSH values the input of industry experts when designing its courses. This ensures that NEBOSH courses are practical and useful to the students who complete them.
NEBOSH is a high standard:
NEBOSH only partners with providers that are aligned with their vision, mission and goals. This means that students can choose a NEBOSH accreditation with confidence.
Want to know more about what you should study?
You can apply online today, or find out more by speaking to an Educational Planner who can help guide your learning journey: Let us call you! Just fill in your details on our contact us form.