ProQual Level 7 Diploma in Strategic Health &Safety Leadership Management

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Qualification Number: 603/6851/2
Total Qualification Time (TQT): 500 hours
Guided Learning Hours (GLH): 260 hours

Course Overview

The ProQual Level 7 Diploma is a globally recognised, work-based qualification for senior professionals leading organisational health and safety strategy. Positioned at Master’s level, it develops advanced leadership skills, strategic insight, and the ability to influence safety culture and drive organisational excellence.

This diploma is 100% competency-based—assessed through real workplace activities such as:

  • Risk management & incident investigations

  • Policy development & board-level reporting

  • Strategic projects & decision-making

Duration

Typical completion time: 6–18 months, depending on experience and workplace evidence. Flexible assessor support is provided throughout.

Why Choose This Qualification?

  • Master’s-Level Professional Status – Demonstrates strategic leadership in health & safety

  • No Exams – Build a portfolio based on workplace activities

  • Globally Recognised & Ofqual-Regulated – Issued by ProQual, recognised internationally

Career Progression

Graduates often advance to roles such as:

  • Head of Health & Safety

  • Group H&S Director

  • Senior HSE Manager

  • Strategic Risk Leader

Who Should Apply?

Ideal for experienced professionals in senior safety leadership roles, including H&S Directors, Group HSE Leaders, and SHEQ Managers. Candidates must be able to provide evidence of strategic-level impact in their organisation.

Course Structure

Complete five mandatory units:

  1. Risk-based safety systems management (Level 7)

  2. Safety culture, sustainability & global performance (Level 7)

  3. Digital technologies & incident investigation (Level 7)

  4. Development as a strategic manager (Level 5)

  5. Establish business risk management processes (Level 5)

Entry Requirements

  • Senior role influencing organisational H&S

  • Ability to provide strategic-level evidence

  • Strong English & IT skills

  • Minimum age 19

Assessment

  • Competency-based portfolio

  • Professional discussions

  • Workplace observations & reflective accounts

  • Recognition of prior learning (RPL)

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