Certificate IV · BSB41419 · Coming soon
Certificate IV in Work Health and Safety
Workplace safety · Risk · Compliance
- Self-Paced
- Study Online
- Nationally Recognised
- No Exams
- Adults 18+
- AQF 4
- Job-Ready Skills
- Selection Rank 74*
- Pathway to Diploma
About this course
This qualification applies to individuals working in a work health and safety (WHS) role who provide a broad range of technical knowledge and skills, and have some limited responsibility for the output of others.
The qualification applies to those working as supervisors, WHS personnel, and workers in other WHS-related roles who manage risks effectively, apply relevant WHS laws, and contribute to WHS within the workplace in known or changing contexts with established parameters.
What you’ll study
10 units: 5 core and 5 electives
Every student completes the 5 core units below. The 5 electives are chosen by Shafston.
| BSBWHS412 | Assist with workplace compliance with WHS laws | Core |
|---|---|---|
| BSBWHS413 | Contribute to implementation and maintenance of WHS consultation and participation processes | Core |
| BSBWHS414 | Contribute to WHS risk management | Core |
| BSBWHS415 | Contribute to implementing WHS management systems | Core |
| BSBWHS416 | Contribute to workplace incident response | Core |
| — | Five electives, selected by Shafston and confirmed at enrolment | Elective |
Entry requirements
- No formal entry requirements are set for this qualification.
- Aged 18 or over.
- A Unique Student Identifier (USI).
Assessment and where it leads
- Assessment
- Competency based.
How to apply
- Check the entry requirements.
- Submit the online application.
Also available as
About the points marked *
* University Pathway, Up to 1 Year Uni Credit: Credit is decided by each university and varies by degree. For example, Southern Cross University gives credit equal to the first year of its Bachelor of Business for a completed Diploma of Business, from any registered training organisation. Credit is not guaranteed.
* Selection Rank: A completed VET qualification earns a selection rank for university entry through QTAC. Indicative Queensland ranks: Certificate IV 74; Diploma 82 to 87, depending on the institution. Each institution sets its own ranks, which can change each year.
Information is current as at October 2026 and is a guide only.
National qualification details: training.gov.au, BSB41419 Release 2.