Extended Diploma in Health and Safety Leadership

In Partnership with Qualifications Scotland

Credits :120 SCQF

SCQF Level: Level 11

Mode:100% Online | Self paced

About Extended Diploma in Health and Safety Leadership

The Extended Diploma in Health and Safety Leadership is designed to help learners develop advanced workplace safety, leadership, and operational management capabilities required within modern organisational environments.

The programme combines strategic management principles with specialised learning in occupational health and safety, workplace risk management, sustainability, organisational leadership, and health and safety systems.

Fee Details

Eligibility

Why Westford Learn?

Course Curriculum

Module 1: Strategic Leadership and HR Practices in Organisations
Develop leadership and strategic human resource management capabilities to support organisational performance and workplace transformation.
Duration: 4–6 weeks | SCQF Credits: 20

This module examines strategic HR management practices, leadership approaches, organisational performance, and change management strategies within modern business and workplace environments.

Learning Outcome

Critically analyse the significance of strategic human resource management within organisations
Critically discuss the impact of HR management activities on organisational performance
Evaluate leadership styles and management practices within organisations
Plan organisational change implementation strategies

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Module 2: Sustainability and Business
Explore sustainability principles and organisational strategies that address environmental, social, and business challenges.
Duration: 4–6 weeks | SCQF Credits: 20

This module focuses on sustainability practices, organisational strategies, and responsible business approaches aligned with global sustainability objectives.

Learning Outcome

Appraise the multiple dimensions of sustainability within global business contexts
Critically evaluate organisational sustainability strategies
Analyse the strategic alignment between business functions and sustainability goals
Evaluate organisational contributions toward global sustainability initiatives

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Module 3: Strategic Management
Strengthen strategic thinking and leadership capabilities required to support organisational growth and long term business performance.
Duration: 4–6 weeks | SCQF Credits: 20

This module examines strategic management concepts, stakeholder expectations, competitive environments, organisational culture, and leadership approaches used to drive strategic business success.

Learning Outcome

Critically evaluate the relationship between strategy, stakeholder expectations, and organisational performance
Evaluate the impact of economic, political, and cultural factors on strategic management
Formulate innovative business strategies that contribute to organisational success
Critically assess leadership styles related to corporate values, social responsibility, and strategic change

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Module 4: Operations and Project Management
Develop operational and project management capabilities required to improve organisational efficiency and project delivery performance.
Duration: 4–6 weeks | SCQF Credits: 20

This module introduces learners to operations management systems, project management techniques, quality management processes, and operational planning approaches used within modern organisations.

Learning Outcome

Critically evaluate how operations management contributes to organisational competitiveness
Critically evaluate how quality management processes and supply chain networks support strategic objectives
Critically assess information management systems related to operational management processes
Design and implement project plans within business environments

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Module 5: Health & Safety Environment (HSE)
Develop practical workplace health, safety, and environmental management capabilities to support safer organisational environments.
Duration: 4–6 weeks | SCQF Credits: 20

This module focuses on workplace health and safety systems, sustainability practices, risk management processes, safety culture development, and regulatory compliance within organisational environments.

Learning Outcome

Understand sustainability principles and evaluate health and safety management standards
Evaluate the role of strategic leadership in workplace risk management and safety culture development
Analyse current workplace health and safety practices and their organisational impact
Develop workplace risk control measures to reduce injury and operational loss

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Module 6: Occupational Health and Safety (OHS)
Strengthen occupational health and safety management capabilities required to support workplace safety, compliance, and organisational sustainability.
Duration: 4–6 weeks | SCQF Credits: 20

This module introduces learners to occupational safety and health practices, workplace risk management systems, safety communication methods, and organisational compliance approaches for maintaining safe working environments.

Learning Outcome

Review organisational structures and practices related to occupational health and safety management
Evaluate workplace behavioural improvements linked to sustainability and ethical practices
Develop workplace risk management and monitoring systems
Assess the purpose of occupational health and communication methods used within occupational safety environments

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Awarded by Qualifications Scotland

This qualification is credit rated at SCQF Level 11 and aligned with the Scottish Credit and Qualifications Framework, ensuring international recognition, academic quality, and career progression opportunities.

Highlights:

Qualifications Scotland offers globally recognised qualifications with strong academic and industry credibility.
Focused on building practical, job-ready skills for specific roles and sectors.
All qualifications are benchmarked against the SCQF, ensuring transparency, quality assurance, and international recognition.

Certified Health and Safety Professional
Awarded by Chartered Management Institute, UK

The Chartered Management Institute (CMI) works with business and education to inspire people to become skilled, confident, and successful managers and leaders. Chartered Management Institute is the only chartered professional body dedicated to promoting the highest standards in management and leadership excellence.

Elevate Your Professional Credential

Take your professional development a step further with the option to claim a CMI Certificate alongside your programme.
Available as an optional certificate upgrade, this provides formal recognition of your learning through the Chartered Management Institute (CMI) and adds further value to your professional qualification.

MBA with Health and Safety Leadership (Top-up)
The MBA program with Abertay University, focusing on Health and Safety, is tailored to empower professionals with essential expertise for effective leadership in occupational health and safety.
Duration: 6 Months | Total Credits: 60 | Price: ~~$6000~~ $3600

The MBA with Health and Safety Leadership, offered by Westford in partnership with Abertay University, UK, is designed for professionals seeking to develop strategic leadership skills in occupational health and safety management. The program combines core business and management principles with specialized knowledge in health and safety, enabling learners to create safer workplaces, ensure regulatory compliance, and foster a strong culture of safety across organizations.

Learners gain expertise in risk management, health and safety legislation, organizational leadership, strategic decision making, and operational best practices. Through practical case studies and real-world applications, the program develops critical thinking, problem solving, and leadership capabilities required to address complex workplace health and safety challenges.

Graduates are prepared for leadership roles in health and safety management, compliance, risk management, and organizational leadership across a wide range of industries, where they can drive operational excellence while protecting employee well-being and organizational sustainability.

Credits for Part 2: 60 accumulating to a total of 180 to complete the MBA with Health and Safety Leadership

SCQF Level: 11

Mode: Blended, with a dedicated supervisor for the Capstone Project

Part 2: Upon completion of the 3 modules of part 2, students will be eligible for receiving MBA with Health and Safety Leadership degree, awarded by Abertay University, these modules contribute towards a total of 60 credits.