ProQual Level 7 Diploma

Strategic Health and Safety Leadership and Management

Awarding Body

ProQual

Duration

5 to 8 months

Course Type

Ofqual Regulated

study mode

Online Learning

Course overview

In the fast-paced world of occupational health and safety, where challenges are dynamic and risks are ever-evolving, effective leadership and strategic management are paramount. The ProQual Level 7 Diploma in Strategic Health and Safety Leadership and Management stands as a pinnacle of professional development, offering a unique and comprehensive approach to shaping leaders in the field.

This diploma transcends the traditional boundaries of health and safety education, immersing participants in a transformative learning experience. It is designed for seasoned professionals seeking to refine their leadership skills or for ambitious individuals aspiring to ascend to leadership roles within the health and safety domain.

The Level 7 Diploma goes beyond traditional safety management. It delves into the strategic dimensions of leadership, equipping professionals with the knowledge and skills to formulate and execute robust health and safety strategies. Participants are immersed in a curriculum that covers risk assessment, policy development, and crisis management.

The ProQual Level 7 Diploma in Strategic Health and Safety Leadership and Management is a testament to the commitment to excellence in health and safety. As industries evolve, so too must the leaders who safeguard them. This diploma serves as a catalyst for transformation, empowering professionals to lead with vision, strategy, and a relentless commitment to the well-being of their teams and organizations. Embrace the journey towards strategic health and safety leadership – your path to excellence starts here.

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Entry Requirments

Entry Requirements for theProQual Level 7 Diploma in Strategic Health and Safety Leadership and Management

  • Educational Qualifications:Applicants should have a good general standard of education and the ability to study at Level 7. A relevant Level 6 qualification in occupational health and safety, risk management, leadership, or a related discipline is strongly recommended.
  • Professional Experience:Learners must be working in a senior or strategic role with significant responsibility for health and safety leadership and management within an organisation.
  • English Language Proficiency:Learners must have an advanced level of English language proficiency to critically analyse legislation and guidance, produce detailed strategic reports, communicate effectively at senior management and board level, and complete written assessments and portfolio evidence.

Course structure

ProQual Level 7 Diploma in Strategic Health and Safety Leadership and Management consists of following 5 mandatory units.

  1. Risk-based safety systems management
  2. Safety culture, sustainability and the global effect on performance
  3. Digital technologies and incident investigation
  4. Development as a strategic manager
  5. Establish business risk management processes

Risk-based safety management systems

  • Be able to develop and implement current ISO standards for occupational health and safety
  • Be able to evaluate strategic risks to an organisation through the implementation of a quantifiable risk assessment system
  • Be able to articulate risk communication strategies in various situations

Safety culture, sustainability and the global effect on performance

  • Be able to evaluate the effects of global issues on safety culture
  • evaluate the benefits of sustainability in the workplace
  • Be able to measure safety performance and calculate safety return on any investment
  • Understand the effects of psychological health and injury management in the workplace
  • Be able to lead the implementation of a whole-organisation approach to occupational health and safety

Digital technologies and incident investigation

  • Understand the effects of digital technologies on strategic and operational occupational health and safety management
  • Be able to implement a biohazards risk assessment and control measures in the workplace
  • Understand the implementation of ecological risk assessment and control measures
  • Be able to implement engineering solutions for ergonomic hazards and control measures
  • Understand the requirements of the implementation of risk assessment for biological outbreaks and control measures
  • Understand the likely failure scenarios for chemical hazards and control measures
  • Be able to implement an accident causal analysis model for physical hazards

Development as a strategic manager

  • Be able to identify personal skills to achieve strategic ambitions
  • Be able to manage personal leadership/management development to support achievement of strategic organisation and personal ambitions
  • Be able to evaluate the effectiveness of the leadership/management development plan
  • Be able to advocate an employee welfare environment that supports organisational values
  • Be able to maintain and record their professional development

Establish business risk management processes

  • Understand business risk management models and techniques
  • Be able to develop business risk management processes
  • Be able to evaluate the effectiveness of business risk management process

Want to know more?

Yes. Under the UK’s Regulated Qualifications Framework (RQF), a Level 7 qualification is academically equivalent to a Master’s Degree, postgraduate certificate, or postgraduate diploma. This makes it a prestigious addition to any executive CV, demonstrating your ability to operate at a strategic board level.

The diploma consists of mandatory units focused on high-level management:

  • Business Risk Management: Aligning safety with corporate risk appetite.
  • Risk-Based Safety Systems Management: Developing ISO-aligned systems.
  • Safety Culture and Sustainability: Leading behavioral change and ESG integration.
  • Digital Technologies: Leveraging tech for incident investigation and monitoring.
  • Development as a Strategic Manager: Personal leadership growth and professional ethics.

Assessment is based on written assignments, strategic reports, and workplace-based evidence. There are no formal exams. Learners demonstrate competence through real-world application of strategic health and safety management.

Yes, the qualification can be delivered through flexible or blended learning, with online tutor and assessor support. Evidence must be generated from the learner’s workplace.

International learners may enrol provided they meet the English language requirements and have access to a suitable workplace where strategic health and safety leadership activities can be evidenced.

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