IOSH vs NEBOSH – What is the Difference?

Health and Safety qualifications and training are becoming an increasingly necessary part of working life, with ongoing changes and alterations to policy and procedure being made.

With lots of different certificates and courses, it’s good to know what the key difference is between IOSH training and NEBOSH training.

If you’re looking to gain a well-recognised health and safety qualification but aren’t sure which one to choose, this article is for you.

Read on to find out more.

 

IOSH Training

IOSH (short for Institute of Occupational Health and Safety) is an independent organisation that offers a range of courses at different levels.

IOSH training courses include Working Safely, Managing Safely, and Leading Safely each of which vary in level depending on your position in the workplace.

If, for example, you are a prospective candidate for a role, an entry level ‘Working Safely’ course would suffice, providing future employers with strong evidence that you know how to work safely.

On the other hand, if you’re seeking to ensure those under your supervision are working safely, then ‘Managing Safely’ will provide you with the skills to assess and control workplace risks.

If you want to find out more about a suitable IOSH course, contact us today.

 

NEBOSH Training

NEBOSH is an acronym for ‘National Examination Board in Occupational Health and Safety’.

It is different to IOSH due to being an awarding body, rather than being both an awarding body and a professional membership organisation.

Despite this, NEBOSH courses are recognised by membership organisations, and they offer a huge number of courses, including the National General Certificate, National Fire Certificate, and the International Diploma.

As well as being internationally recognised, NEBOSH Training courses offer training at a variety of levels.

If NEBOSH and IOSH seem like they are what you need, read on to find out which is most appropriate for you.

 

What’s the Difference?

One of the key differences between IOSH training and NEBOSH training is who the courses are aimed at.

If you desire or already have a career in health and safety, a NEBOSH course can help you develop your skills, giving you the option to study at degree level, significantly more advanced than what IOSH offers.

On the other hand, IOSH courses are designed for general workplace personnel who may have some responsibility for health and safety without their role being comprised solely of such concerns.

Such courses can help staff gain essential, foundational knowledge of health and safety measures and protocols, with the option to take modules that build towards more robust qualifications.

Finally, whilst both offer combinations of online and classroom learning, NEBOSH courses generally require more time than IOSH do, with their diplomas taking six weeks of intensive training to complete.

 

Your Choice

Whilst the most significant difference between IOSH and NEBOSH courses lie in their target demographic, further research into specific modules, course types and levels are essential when considering a course.

For more information, contact Keep Safe Solutions today.

 

What People Say

Conducted the IOSH course March 2020, fantastic course, great location and ran by quality staff. Look no further A+++++
chris leech
chris leech
12:18 26 Apr 20
Great course! Terry was fantastic and lead us through the IOSH course successfully and in a fun and interesting way! Thanks KSS!!
Rebecca Hetherington
Rebecca Hetherington
07:45 25 Mar 20
Brilliant course with clear and concise tuition. Danny was great and kept the pace well throughout.Would recommend.
Matthew Pickering
Matthew Pickering
21:40 27 Nov 19
Brilliant course very well delivered by a fantastic instructor.I would highly recommend others to attend the course.
Patryck McQuinn
Patryck McQuinn
13:28 27 Jun 19
Fantastic course and a excellent instructor would highly recommend!
Georgina Arnold
Georgina Arnold
12:20 27 Jun 19
Danny was an excellent instructor for the iosh managing safely course.If I was to do further training I would definitely use keep safe solutions.Mark James NichollsBay property Group
Mark Nicholls
Mark Nicholls
10:53 27 Jun 19
Great Course, Great Trainer.
James Bickerton
James Bickerton
09:09 29 Mar 19
I have just attended IOSH Managing Safely course delivered by Terry Daine and thoroughly enjoyed it. This was my first accredited Health & Safety course and information given was not too overwhelming because Terry delivered it in a very interesting and interactive way. I was one female amongst all men in the class but felt like the part of the gang which made me feel at ease. Thank you KSS and Terry.
Sandrusca S
Sandrusca S
09:44 28 Mar 19
Brilliant course, I'm quite new to my H&S role and this was pitched just right for me to absorb all the information and achieve the qualification. Facilities were great and all training materials were really helpful. Thanks Terry for all your help and advice.
Alan Evans
Alan Evans
14:19 05 Dec 18
I recently attended the IOSH managing safely course from Keep Safe Solutions.Very good course to attend. Professional, informative and the trainers are great.I would recommend this course to anyone in need of this training.Great facilities, and a good atmosphere in which to learn.
Ashley Roper
Ashley Roper
16:05 30 Nov 18
After having done two separate courses with Keepsafe Solutions Ltd I’d recommend them to anyone aiming to carry out IOSH, NEBOSH, First Aid or any other Health & Safety Training.Nothing is too much trouble for their instructors who aim their lessons at every level of student. Their training facilities, communication, instruction, training aids, support and level of knowledge; all are outstanding.Their consultancy work is also second to none.A first rate company with first rate people that genuinely care about those that they work with.Very highly recommended.
VerxcySkulzz
VerxcySkulzz
10:52 30 Nov 18
ISO Lead Auditor course Liverpool, hosted by a fantastic team. excellent course in a very good environment.
Jim Reason
Jim Reason
08:01 15 Oct 18
I have recently done an ISO45001 auditors course. From the moment I contacted Keep Safe Solutions the experience has been second to none. Excellent communication, well organised and professional. During the training the instructor was first class with bucket loads of knowledge to pass on. The learning environment was superb, relaxed modern and comfortable. Refreshments and lunch catered for. I will be using Keep Safe Solutions again with a view to using them in my workplace in the future. Thank you Danny, Terry and Gareth.
Darren Gasson
Darren Gasson
07:32 12 Oct 18
A big thank you to Keep Safe Solutions for the superb delivery of the ISO 45001 Lead Auditor course. The administration, venue facilities including lunch were first rate. The course content was excellent, as was the knowledge and experience of our tutor Mr David Smith (only the chair of the project committee that developed the standard might I add!). I have been extremely pleased with the training received and will certainly use Keep Safe Solutions again. Unequivocally recommended!!
Terry Johnson
Terry Johnson
22:52 11 Oct 18
I have recently undertaking the ISO 45001 Lead Auditing course through Keep Safe Solutions, the knowledge and experience that the team have is amazing. Keep Safe Solutions will definitely be my first point of call for future training, and when I require some expert advice.
Rachel Johnston
Rachel Johnston
18:43 11 Oct 18
excellent course with well skilled trainers
stephen dommett
stephen dommett
11:21 18 Jul 18
Attended IOSH MS course with KSS in Liverpool, which was excellent. There was a welcoming, friendly atmosphere from the beginning and throughout, great location and facilities. The course lead was very knowledgeable and encouraged group discussions, which gave us confidence going into the exam. Highly recommended!
K La
K La
08:18 17 Jul 18
Absolutely superb course. Terry our instructor was great, really well presented, and pretty interactive considering it was an IOSH health and safety course and done at a great pace. Keep up the good work and anybody wanting to do this course I would highly recommend you get in touch with the guys at keep safe solutions.
Greg Braithwaite
Greg Braithwaite
17:31 13 Jul 18
I Have just completed IOSH Manage Safely Training course provided by keep Safe Solutions, were have I learnt so much and now have a better understanding of the risk assessment process and importance of keeping people safe in the work place.The course was delivered at a very high standard every subject we covered was delivered with a simplified approach to Safety in the work place.I cant thank Danny enough for the course and I will definitely recommend this course.The Training facilitates were of the highest standard with tea, coffee and refreshments provided throughout the day.
Frank Featherstone
Frank Featherstone
08:46 14 May 18
I completed Managing Safely a few weeks ago and was extremely pleased with the professional and experience team Safe Solutions. I have completed courses in the past but would rate this one at the top. Very pleased would recommend .
Adrian Twigg
Adrian Twigg
08:42 14 May 18
I completed an IOSH Managing Safely course with Danny from Keep Safe Solutions in Liverpool. 5 stars all round, I would highly recommended completing the course as it was delivered extremely well in all areas, and very clear that Danny is extremely passionate and experienced in this field. Danny is an instructor that covers all areas to the finest detail, and putting it across in a way that the class can understand.
simon moore
simon moore
19:50 11 May 18
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