Level 7 Diploma in Strategic Health and Safety Leadership and Management

Course Overview

The Level 7 Diploma in Strategic Health & Safety Management and Leadership qualification is aimed at candidates responsible for developing and implementing health and safety procedures within organisations. It is particularly suitable for managers seeking to enhance their knowledge, leadership, and strategic management skills in occupational health and safety.

The awarding body for this qualification is ProQual Awarding Body, and the regulatory body is the Office of Qualifications and Examinations Regulation (Ofqual). This qualification is accredited on the Regulated Qualifications Framework (RQF).

Learning Objectives

On completion of this qualification, learners will be able to:

• Apply and evaluate ISO and recognised health & safety standards within strategic occupational safety systems.
• Conduct advanced risk assessments and communicate organisational risks effectively.
• Promote and sustain a positive safety culture aligned with sustainability and global standards.
• Use digital technologies, robotics, AI, and data analysis to improve safety performance.
• Lead strategic incident investigations and manage ecological, ergonomic, chemical, and biological risks.
• Develop strategic leadership and personal development plans.
• Establish and evaluate business risk management and crisis management processes.
• Measure safety performance and return on investment (ROI) to support organisational decision-making.

Entry requirements

There are no formal entry requirements for this qualification. However, experience or RPL will be assessed by the centre.

This qualification is approved for candidates aged 19+

Qualification Structure

ProQual Level 7 Diploma in Strategic Health & Safety Leadership and Management (603/6851/2)

Total Qualification Time (TQT): 500 Hours | Guided Learning Hours (GLH): 260

Assessment: Pass/Fail (No grading)

Candidates must complete all mandatory units.

Mandatory Units