BSB41419 Certificate IV in Work Health and Safety

More than a WHS qualification - the skills to create safer workplaces and stronger careers.

NATIONALLY RECOGNISED · UP TO 3 MONTHS · ONLINE DELIVERY · Australia wide

BSB41419 Certificate IV in Work Health and Safety

More than a WHS qualification - the skills to create safer workplaces and stronger careers.

NATIONALLY RECOGNISED · UP TO 3 MONTHS · ONLINE DELIVERY · Australia wide

OVERVIEW

What You’ll Learn

The BSB41419 Certificate IV in Work Health and Safety is a nationally recognized qualification designed for individuals seeking to develop practical workplace health and safety skills and contribute to safer, healthier, and more compliant workplaces.

This course provides learners with the knowledge and skills required to identify workplace hazards, support risk management processes, assist with incident response activities, and contribute to the implementation and maintenance of Work Health and Safety (WHS) systems in accordance with Australian legislation and industry requirements.

Graduates will be equipped to support workplace safety initiatives across a wide range of industries and organizations, helping to promote a strong safety culture and improve workplace compliance and wellbeing.

Skills Across This Program

Students will develop practical skills and knowledge in:


  • Interpreting and applying Work Health and Safety (WHS) legislation and compliance requirements

  • Identifying workplace hazards and contributing to risk management processes

  • Implementing and maintaining workplace WHS systems

  • Supporting workplace consultation and participation processes

  • Assisting with incident response and investigation activities

  • Monitoring workplace safety performance and compliance

  • Managing hazardous risks and control measures

  • Preparing workplace safety reports, policies, and procedures

  • Presenting safety information and workplace improvement initiatives

  • Supporting continuous improvement and professional development activities

  • Promoting positive workplace health and safety cultures

Students will develop practical skills and knowledge in:


  • Interpreting and applying Work Health and Safety (WHS) legislation and compliance requirements

  • Identifying workplace hazards and contributing to risk management processes

  • Implementing and maintaining workplace WHS systems

  • Supporting workplace consultation and participation processes

  • Assisting with incident response and investigation activities

  • Monitoring workplace safety performance and compliance

  • Managing hazardous risks and control measures

  • Preparing workplace safety reports, policies, and procedures

  • Presenting safety information and workplace improvement initiatives

  • Supporting continuous improvement and professional development activities

  • Promoting positive workplace health and safety cultures

Who Is This Course For?

This qualification may lead to employment opportunities such as:

  • Work Health and Safety Officer

  • WHS Coordinator

  • Safety Representative

  • Site Supervisor

  • Team Leader

  • Compliance Officer

  • Quality and Safety Officer

  • Human Resources Officer (WHS Focus)

  • Workplace Safety Adviser

  • Risk and Compliance Support Officer

Further Study

Successful completion of this qualification may provide pathways into:

  • BSB51319 Diploma of Work Health and Safety

  • Diploma-level Business qualifications

  • Leadership and Management qualifications

  • Compliance and Risk Management qualifications

  • Industry-specific WHS specialisations

Who Is This Course For?

This course is ideal for individuals seeking to commence or advance a career in workplace health and safety, including supervisors, team leaders, tradespersons, construction personnel, compliance staff, and employees with workplace safety responsibilities.

DELIVERY & STRUCTURE

How You’ll Train

Practical, flexible and industry-focused learning designed to fit around work and personal commitments while developing job-ready workplace health and safety skills.

Expert Industry Trainers

Learn from qualified workplace health and safety professionals with extensive industry experience across construction, trades, manufacturing, logistics, business operations and compliance environments. Our trainers understand the practical challenges faced by modern workplaces and bring real-world examples into every learning session.

Up To 3-Month Program

Up To 3-Month Program

This qualification is designed to be completed within up to three months, allowing students to develop valuable workplace safety skills in a structured and efficient time frame. The course is delivered through a staged learning approach that supports progressive skill development and practical application.

Delivery, Course Structure & Entry Requirements

Delivery, Course Structure & Entry Requirements

Learn from qualified workplace health and safety professionals with extensive industry experience across construction, trades, manufacturing, logistics, business operations and compliance environments. Our trainers understand the practical challenges faced by modern workplaces and bring real-world examples into every learning session.

Course Structure


  • Duration: Up to 3 Months

  • Delivery Mode: Online Learning

  • Learning Activities: Online workshops, workplace scenarios, case studies, projects, assessment activities, and independent study

  • Support: Access to trainers, learning resources, assessment guidance, and Learning Management System (LMS)

Entry Requirements

Academia of Trade has the following entry requirements:

Domestic students must:

  • Must be 18 years or older

  • Have sound language and literacy skills (at least Year 12 English, or equivalent) *

  • Have completed a secondary level Year 12 or undertaken equivalent training

  • Have basic computer skills

Units of competency

Units of competency

 To achieve the BSB41419 Certificate IV in Work Health and Safety, students must successfully complete 10 units of competency, consisting of:

  • 5 Core Units

  • 5 Elective Units

The units have been carefully selected to provide learners with the skills and knowledge required to support workplace health and safety compliance, contribute to risk management processes, implement WHS systems, respond to workplace incidents, and promote safe work practices across a range of industries.


Code Title Core / Elective
BSBWHS412 Assist with workplace compliance with WHS laws Core
BSBWHS413 Contribute to implementation and maintenance of WHS consultation and participation processes Core
BSBWHS414 Contribute to WHS risk management Core
BSBWHS415 Contribute to implementing WHS management systems Core
BSBWHS416 Contribute to workplace incident response Core
BSBWHS419 Contribute to implementing WHS monitoring processes Elective
BSBWHS431 Develop processes and procedures for controlling hazardous chemicals in the workplace Elective
BSBWRT411 Write complex documents Elective
BSBCMM411 Make presentations Elective
BSBPEF501 Manage personal and professional development Elective

Delivery & Assessment


Assessment methods may include:

  • Written knowledge assessments

  • Case studies and projects

  • Workplace-based scenarios

  • Practical assessment activities

  • WHS compliance and risk management tasks

Training and assessment are supported through Academia of Trade's Learning

Management System (LMS), digital learning resources, and ongoing trainer support.

Course Fees & Payment Information

Clear and straightforward — here's what you need to know about the cost of studying

Standard Payment Plan:

Total Course Fee: $2,800

Initial Payment: $1,400 (upon enrolment / prior to course commencement)

Final Payment (50%): $1,400 (one month after enrolment)

Full Payment Option:

Standard Payment Plan:

Total Course Fee: $2,800

Initial Payment: $1,400 (upon enrolment / prior to course commencement)

Final Payment (50%): $1,400 (one month after enrolment)

Total Course Fee: $2,800

Discount: $200

Total Payable After Discount: $2,600 (this payment is required prior to course commencement).

Compliance Note

Note: Students are required to pay 50% of the total course fee ($1,400) upon enrolment and prior to course commencement. The remaining 50% balance ($1,400) is payable one month after enrolment.

Full Payment Option:

Total Course Fee: $2,800

Discount: $200

Total Payable After Discount: $2,600 (this payment is required prior to course commencement).

Where This Takes You

Career Outcomes

Workplace health and safety professionals play a critical role in helping organisations create safe, compliant and productive working environments.

Graduates of the BSB41419 Certificate IV in Work Health and Safety may pursue opportunities including

Graduates of the BSB41419 Certificate IV in Work Health and Safety may pursue opportunities including

Workplace Health and Safety Officer

Safety Advisor

Site Safety Coordinator

Compliance Officer

Return to Work Coordinator

Construction Safety Officer

YOUR GUIDE

Frequently Asked Questions

Essential information to support your journey.

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