OTHM Level 6 Diploma in Occupational Health and Safety
Study online from anywhere in the world. Build senior safety management skills and move towards CertIOSH, TSP and CSP.
The OTHM Level 6 Diploma in Occupational Health and Safety is a UK-regulated, degree-level qualification for people who manage or want to manage workplace health and safety. M2Y Global Academy delivers it to learners worldwide, with tutor support and flexible online study.
OTHM Level 6 Diploma Quick facts
| Qualification | OTHM Level 6 Diploma in Occupational Health and Safety |
| Awarding body | OTHM Qualifications (regulated by Ofqual, UK) |
| Qualification number | 603/5002/7 |
| Level | UK RQF Level 6 (bachelor’s degree level) |
| Units | 7 mandatory units |
| Credits | 60 |
| Study time | 600 hours total, including 220 guided learning hours |
| Assessment | Assignments and a portfolio of evidence, no written exams. Pass/fail. |
| IOSH | Approved by IOSH for accreditation |
| Delivery | Online and blended, worldwide |
| Fee | 95,000 INR |
| Duration | 4 to 6 months |
| Next intake | 25th Oct 2026 |
What is the OTHM Level 6 Diploma in Occupational Health and Safety?
This diploma is designed for learners who already hold, or want to hold, a senior position with management responsibility for health and safety policy and practice. You learn to evaluate policies, recommend improvements, and understand the legal and regulatory context of workplace health and safety.
The skills you build apply directly to management systems, risk and incident management, leadership and professional development.
The qualification is awarded by OTHM Qualifications, a UK awarding organisation whose qualifications are regulated by Ofqual and listed on the Register of Regulated Qualifications.
The 7 mandatory units
| # | Unit | Credits | GLH | TQT |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Health and Safety Management Principles and Policy | 8 | 30 | 80 |
| 2 | Health and Safety Management Practice | 10 | 40 | 100 |
| 3 | Risk and Incident Management | 8 | 30 | 80 |
| 4 | Promoting a Positive Health and Safety Culture | 6 | 20 | 60 |
| 5 | Maintaining a Safe Workplace Environment | 12 | 40 | 120 |
| 6 | Health and Safety Law, Regulation and Influence | 8 | 35 | 80 |
| 7 | Development of the Health and Safety Practitioner | 8 | 25 | 80 |
| Total | 60 | 220 | 600 |
GLH = guided learning hours. TQT = total qualification time. One credit equals 10 hours of TQT.
What You Will Learn
- Policy and management: develop, implement and review health and safety policy
- Risk and incident management: assess risk, investigate incidents and learn from them
- Safety culture: build a positive culture and influence behaviour at every level
- Workplace environment: maintain safe and healthy working conditions
- Law and regulation: understand legal duties and how regulation shapes decisions
- Professional development: reflect on your practice and plan your career growth
Who Can Study the OTHM Level 6 Diploma?
Entry requirements
Learners need a relevant NQF, QCF or RQF certificate or diploma, or an equivalent recognised qualification, that covers the basics of occupational health and safety, such as legal systems, risk management, workplace safety, and health and hygiene.
Accepted qualifications include the British Safety Council Level 3 Certificate in Occupational Safety and Health.
Non-native English speakers should be able to study and write assignments in English.
This course is ideal for
- Safety officers and HSE officers moving into management
- HSE managers and supervisors who want a degree-level qualification
- Engineers and site managers with safety responsibilities
- Safety consultants and trainers
- Professionals aiming for CertIOSH, TSP and later CSP
How is it assessed?
There are no written exams. You are assessed through assignments and a portfolio of evidence, based on real workplace situations where possible. The qualification is graded pass or fail.
CertIOSH eligibility
IOSH has approved this diploma for accreditation. Completing it can meet the qualification requirement for Certified IOSH membership (CertIOSH), the grade formerly known as GradIOSH.
To apply, IOSH also requires relevant professional experience and evidence of continuing professional development (CPD).
From CertIOSH, you can work towards Chartered membership (CMIOSH) through IOSH’s Professional Development Assessment.
TSP and CSP eligibility
M2Y Global Academy’s OTHM Level 6 Diploma is offered as a BCSP Qualified Equivalent Program route.
TSP (Transitional Safety Practitioner): eligible graduates can apply for the TSP designation, which satisfies the qualified credential requirement for the CSP and waives the ASP exam. You must apply within the program’s applicable dates.
CSP (Certified Safety Professional): the diploma does not make you automatically CSP eligible. BCSP also requires a bachelor’s degree, four years of professional safety experience and a passing CSP exam result. The diploma covers the qualified credential step through the TSP.
Your pathway
IOSH route: OTHM Level 6 Diploma → CertIOSH (with experience and CPD) → CMIOSH
BCSP route: OTHM Level 6 Diploma → TSP → CSP (with a bachelor’s degree, four years’ experience and the CSP exam)
Career prospects
The diploma supports roles such as:
- Health and Safety Manager
- HSE Manager
- Compliance Officer
- Safety Consultant
- Safety Auditor or Assurance Lead
- Corporate Safety Lead
These roles are found in construction, oil and gas, manufacturing, utilities, facilities management, logistics, healthcare and government projects.
University progression
As a regulated Level 6 qualification, the diploma may support applications to relevant Level 7 (master’s) programmes. Admission decisions are made by each university, so check the entry requirements of your chosen programme.
OTHM or IOSH Level 6 Diploma: which is right for you?
| OTHM Level 6 Diploma | IOSH Level 6 Diploma | |
|---|---|---|
| Awarding body | OTHM Qualifications | IOSH |
| Units | 7 | 3 |
| Study time | 600 hours | 380 hours |
| Assessment | Assignments and portfolio | Work-based assignments |
| Best for | Broad management coverage and a wider unit set | Leadership focus and a shorter study load |
Both lead towards CertIOSH. Not sure which one fits? [Talk to an advisor] or read our IOSH Level 6 Diploma page.
Why study with M2Y Global Academy?
- Tutors with real QHSE industry experience
- Flexible online and blended learning
- Support with assignments and your portfolio
- Learners in the Middle East, Asia, Africa, Europe and beyond
How to enrol
- Enquire by WhatsApp or the form below.
- Eligibility check. Our team reviews your certificates and experience.
- Register and complete payment.
- Start learning with your tutor.
- Submit assignments and your portfolio.
- Apply for CertIOSH and TSP using your diploma certificate.
OTHM or IOSH Level 6 Diploma: which is right for you?
The fee is 95,000 INR. Contact us for payment options.
The qualification is 600 hours of study. Most learners finish in 4 to 6 months.
No. Assessment is through assignments and a portfolio of evidence.
A relevant NQF, QCF or RQF certificate or diploma covering basic occupational health and safety concepts, or an equivalent recognised qualification.
It sits at RQF Level 6, which is bachelor's degree level. It is not a bachelor's degree, and the CSP still requires one.
IOSH has approved the diploma for accreditation. You also need relevant experience and a CPD record to apply.
Eligible graduates can apply for the TSP. You must apply within the program's applicable dates.
No. You also need a bachelor's degree, four years of professional safety experience and a passing exam result.
Yes. M2Y Global Academy offers the diploma online worldwide.
See the comparison table above. Both are Level 6 and both lead towards CertIOSH.
