What are QUALIFI courses?

QUALIFI courses are UK-regulated professional qualifications, recognised globally for their academic rigour and industry relevance, particularly in safety and management.

What is the QUALIFI Level 7 Diploma equivalent to?

Level 7 corresponds to a postgraduate or Master’s-level qualification, with an emphasis on strategic and analytical competence.

Who should enrol in the QUALIFI OHSM or PSM diploma?

Mid- to senior-level HSE professionals, engineers and consultants responsible for implementing or auditing safety systems.

How long do the QUALIFI diplomas take to complete?

Learners have up to 18 months to complete the qualification, depending on their learning mode and assessment schedule.

Are QUALIFI courses recognised in the UAE and Saudi Arabia?

Yes. They are internationally accredited and widely accepted by industrial, governmental and consulting organisations in the UAE and Saudi Arabia.

Can I study while working full-time?

Yes. Arbrit offers flexible, modular delivery designed for professionals with existing work commitments.

Do these diplomas lead to professional memberships?

The Level 7 Diploma is recognised by IOSH for the Certified Membership (CertIOSH) academic requirements and by BCSP (USA) for Transitional Safety Practitioner (TSP) eligibility, each subject to that body's own criteria.

What assessments are involved?

Project-based assignments, research reports and written submissions that evaluate real-world HSE challenges.

Is a previous academic qualification required?

A bachelor’s degree or equivalent professional experience in health and safety or engineering is recommended.

How does this qualification help career growth?

It validates advanced leadership and analytical capabilities, positioning graduates for senior management, consultancy or academic pathways.

Delegates in hard hats attending a workplace health and safety class

Qualifi Level 7 Diploma in OHSM

Advance your safety career with a globally recognised Level 7 qualification

The Qualifi Level 7 International Diploma in Occupational Health and Safety Management (OHSM) is an advanced professional qualification for experienced and aspiring occupational health and safety professionals who want to develop their strategic, managerial and technical capabilities.

Designed for professionals working in or progressing towards senior health and safety roles, the programme develops the ability to critically evaluate occupational health and safety practice, manage organisational risk and contribute to effective, sustainable safety management systems.

Arbrit is an Approved Course Adviser of the European Safety Council (ESC), supporting learners across the UAE and Saudi Arabia with structured enrolment, academic guidance and assessor-led feedback throughout their learning journey. The qualification meets RQF Level 7 criteria and is regulated by Ofqual (UK).

About the European Safety Council (ESC)

The European Safety Council is a respected international body committed to raising standards in workplace health, safety and environmental management. ESC develops globally benchmarked qualifications, provides robust quality assurance and supports professionals in building advanced technical and managerial capabilities.

Its programmes reflect current global priorities, including sustainability, digital transformation, modern risk management and safety leadership, making them highly relevant to today’s workplaces.

About the QUALIFI Level 7 Diploma

The Qualifi Level 7 International Diploma in OHSM is a postgraduate-level qualification positioned at:

RQF Level 7 (UK)
European Qualification Framework Level 7

It awards 60 credits and is widely accepted across international markets, including the GCC, UK, Europe, Asia and Africa.

Professional & academic progression

Successful completion gives learners a strong foundation for progression into senior occupational health and safety management roles and further postgraduate study.

Recognised by IOSH for the Certified Membership (CertIOSH) academic requirements, subject to IOSH's membership criteria and processes
Recognised by the Board of Certified Safety Professionals (BCSP), USA, for Transitional Safety Practitioner (TSP) eligibility, subject to BCSP's requirements
Supports progression to postgraduate study, subject to each university's admission and recognition-of-prior-learning requirements

Course structure

The diploma consists of 4 units, each worth 15 credits:

Management-Driven, Risk-Based Safety Management Systems
Globalization, Sustainability, and Safety Culture Performance
Digitalization and Incident Investigation
Development as a Strategic Manager

Each unit focuses on strategic thinking, analytical skills and applied leadership, not rote memorisation, giving learners strong capability in high-level HSE decision-making.

Entry criteria

The qualification is open to a wide professional audience, including:

Holders of an RQF Level 6 or 7 diploma in a related field
Engineering graduates (Bachelor’s or Master’s)
Professionals with 3+ years of managerial experience in safety or related sectors
Holders of the NEBOSH International Diploma
Holders of ESC’s International Diploma in HSE endorsed by Qualifi
Candidates with relevant experience who demonstrate the capability to undertake Level 7 study

Learners without formal academic backgrounds may still be accepted based on maturity, workplace exposure and aptitude.

Learning outcomes

By completing this qualification, learners will be able to:

Evaluate and implement advanced occupational health and safety management systems
Analyse and apply risk assessment methodologies across complex work environments
Assess safety culture, performance indicators and organisational behaviour
Integrate sustainability, digital transformation and globalisation trends into HSE strategy
Lead investigations using modern tools and digital frameworks
Demonstrate strategic management capabilities aligned with senior HSE roles

This diploma develops not just knowledge, but leadership, systems thinking and professional judgement.

Assessment process

The assessment model is flexible and designed for working professionals:

Learners receive unit guidance and questions from the assessor
Responses may be developed using research, workplace examples and technical references
Assessors provide detailed feedback
Learners revise submissions until all criteria are met
All submissions are checked using strict plagiarism detection tools

Learners have up to 18 months to complete the qualification, with full support from Arbrit and ESC throughout the process.

Benefits of the Qualifi Level 7 Diploma

Recognised RQF Level 7 qualification with 60 credits
Supports progression to postgraduate study, subject to university admission requirements
Strong career progression, ideal for Safety Officers moving towards Safety Manager or Senior HSE roles
Widely preferred by organisations seeking strategic HSE leadership
Curriculum reflects modern challenges, including digitalisation, sustainability and global safety governance
Enhances professional credibility and opens doors to international roles

A Level 7 diploma demands commitment, and Arbrit makes sure you never face the process alone. With expert support and internationally recognised standards, this qualification is a clear step towards senior HSE leadership.