NEBOSH International General Certificate (IGC )

The 2026 Syllabus NEBOSH International General Certificate in Occupational Health and Safety (IGC) provides a comprehensive understanding of workplace health and safety principles and is ideal for individuals responsible for managing day-to-day workplace risks effectively. The knowledge and practical skills gained through this qualification are applicable across all industries and organisations worldwide.

For those pursuing a successful career in occupational health and safety, the IGC is a highly respected qualification recognised by employers internationally. It provides a strong foundation in health and safety management, best practices, and risk control measures, while also supporting progression to higher-level professional qualifications.

Common career roles that often require the NEBOSH IGC qualification or an equivalent include Health & Safety Officer, EHS Officer, Health & Safety Advisor, Health & Safety Coordinator, and Safety Supervisor.

Benefits of Achieving the NEBOSH Certificate

Enhance your career opportunities with a globally recognised health and safety qualification

Develop the confidence to effectively manage workplace health and safety risks

Build a solid foundation for a successful career in occupational health and safety

Support progression into roles such as Health & Safety Officer, EHS Advisor, and Safety Coordinator

Improve your professional credibility with employers worldwide.

103 hours of study + Assessment | RQF Level 3 | Available Worldwide

Course Details:

Education Level: Level 3 | Hours of Study: 10 Days (65 hours) + Assessment | NCB Tuition Period: 12 months | NEBOSH Completion Period: 5 years from first assessment

Course Content:

The NEBOSH International General Certificate is based on international standards and best practice. It is made up of two units that must be successfully completed within five years to achieve the NEBOSH International General Certificate qualification:

Unit GIC1: Management of Health and Safety

1. Why we should manage workplace health and safety
2. How health and safety management systems work and what they look like
3. Managing risk – understanding people and processes
4. Health and safety monitoring and measuring

Unit GIC2: Risk Assessment

1. Physical and psychological health
2. Musculoskeletal health
3. Chemical and biological agents
4. General workplace issues
5. Work equipment
6. Fire
7. Electricity

Entry Requirements:

There are no entry requirements for this qualification, however it is important that learners have a suitable standard of English language in order to understand and articulate the concepts contained in the syllabus.

NEBOSH recommends that learners undertaking this qualification should reach a minimum standard of English equivalent to an International English Language Testing System (IELTS) score of 6.0 or higher in IELTS tests.

Assessment Details:

Unit GIC1 

Unit GIC1 is assessed by a scenario-based assessment completed at home. You have 24 hours to complete this.

Unit GIC2

Unit GIC2 is assessed by a risk assessment carried out in your workplace (or another suitable workplace). You must get at least 60 marks out of a possible 100 to pass.

Assessment Dates

Assessments are held every month throughout the year for English Language. For any other languages, exams are held in March, June, September and December. First assessment for the New NEBOSH General Certificate is 4 March 2026

Pass Standards

To successfully achieve the NEBOSH IGC qualification, both units must be passed. Your overall grade is based on the GIC1 assessment score only:

Distinction: 75 marks or above

Credit:            65–74 marks

Pass:                45–64 marks

You may choose to resit the GIC1 assessment to improve your final grade, even if you have already passed.

How much does a NEBOSH certificate course cost?

The cost of the NEBOSH International General Certificate in Occupational Health and Safety (IGC) varies depending on the mode of study and training provider. Below is an approximate fee structure:

Useful Links & Resources

• Qualification Resources
• Enquiries About Results    
• Verification Request
• Refund Policy
• Qualification Information & Syllabi

Benefits of NEBOSH General Certificate.

Benefits to You

• Course approved and assessed by NEBOSH, a globally recognised health and safety awarding body
• Internationally recognised NEBOSH Certificate issued upon successful completion
• High-quality training delivered by National Certification Bureau, a NEBOSH Learning Partner Silver Centre

Benefits to Your Employer

• Improved productivity and organisational performance through safer working practices
• Reduction in workplace accidents, incidents, and associated risks
• Increased workforce awareness and stronger health and safety culture
• Enhanced reputation with clients, customers, and stakeholders
• Reduced costs related to insurance claims, legal liabilities, and operational disruptions

NEBOSH IGC — Training & Examination Schedule 2026

GIC1 Digital Assessment | Training: 20th–30th of each month

The final assessment date for IG1 (2018 specification) is 05 August 2026, which is an English language option only.

Find out more about digital assessments for certificate qualifications.

GIC2 – (2025 specification) This is a practical assessment where learners will complete a risk assessment and develop an action plan for their workplace. Please speak to your Learning Partner for further information and submission dates.

IG2 – (2018 specification) This is a practical assessment where learners will complete a risk assessment and develop an action plan for their workplace. The final assessment date for this unit is 6 August 2026. Please speak to your Learning Partner for further information and submission dates.

You will be able to submit your Practical Assessment up to midnight (UK time) of the submission deadline. If you are submitting your Practical Assessment outside of the UK you will need to make sure you consider any time zone differences.

Notes:

• Training runs from the 20th to 30th of each month (20th–28th for February).
• GIC1 (2025 specification) digital assessment: learners have 24 hours to access, complete and submit, starting from 11am UK time on the exam date.
• The final IG1 (2018 specification) exam date is 05 August 2026 (English only).
• All results should be received within 60 working days from the examination date. Specific result dates are confirmed on assessment registration.

General Terms & Condition

IG 1 (OBE) and IG 2 (Practical Assessment) must be your own work, do not copy from others see malpractice policy.

Examination Guidelines:

Confirmation of registration for open book examinations

Once you have registered for the open book examination (OBE), NEBOSH will send you a confirmation of registration email that includes your learner number, and important information relating to your OBE. Please ensure that you check your name is spelt correctly and report to us if any changes are required. If you have not received this email remember to check your spam folders.

Login details for open-book examinations:

Following receipt of your Confirmation of Registration email for your OBE, NEBOSH will send you a further email containing your Username and Password for the NEBOSH online examination platform. If you have not received this email, please remember to check your spam folders.

On the day of the Examination:

On the day of an open book examination, NEBOSH Customer Experience team will be available to offer support throughout the duration of the examination.

NEBOSH team can be contacted using the following details:

Email info@nebosh.org.uk

‘Live chat’ via our website www.nebosh.org.uk

After the Examination:

Preparing for the Closing Meeting, Guidelines will share with you before scheduling your closing meeting along with the login credentials.

NEBOSH Policies

All Learners must be aware of Nebosh policies and regulations. Please check the following links and read them carefully and acknowledge. If you find it difficult to understand then please contact us.

Malpractice Policy: https://www.nebosh.org.uk/policies-and-procedures/malpractice-policy -and- procedures/

Complaint  Policy: https://www.nebosh.org.uk/policies-and-procedures/complaints-procedure/

Access arrangements, reasonable adjustments, and special consideration Policies: https://www.nebosh.org.uk/policies-and-procedures/policy -and-procedures-for-access- arrangements-reasonable/

Refund Policy: https://www.nebosh.org.uk/policies-and-procedures/refunds-policy -and-procedure/ Learner terms and condition: https://www.nebosh.org.uk/policies-and-procedures/learner-terms- and-conditions/

Enquiry about result (EAR): https://www.nebosh.org.uk/policies-and-procedures/enquiries-about-

results-ears/

General Enquiries:

For any enquiry related to the course and administration issues please contact our administration department via email at info@ncbme.com or call us on +96567097786

 Subject Enquiries:

For doubts, discussions related to course topics you will be given time by the trainer after every session, or you may contact our trainer via email (dr.akbar@consultant-hse.com).

Feedback:

All learners are required to give feedback about the course, training methodology, Trainer, classroom, and welfare facilities. This will help us improve the learner’s experience and ensure high-quality training.

Complaints:

If you have any complaints about anything related to the course, send an email to: info@ncbme.com all the complaints will be kept confidential.

Course Fees:

When you enrol for the course, you agree to pay the applicable fee as mention on our Website or Brochure. Full payment is required before the exam registration.

Payment Reference:

When making payment for course fees, you must provide us with the bank reference number or transaction reference copy of the payment made to us. We will not be liable if we are unable to locate your payment on our bank statement, as a result, this will lead to the cancellation of your participation in the course.

Payment Reminders:

You hereby acknowledge and provide consent to us to contact you in relation to any due payment by you. We may contact you over the telephone, email or text message or other means as determined by us.

Refunds:

The learner can raise a refund request to us in writing via email. All refunds will be considered for valid reasons. You may cancel your participation in the course before the registration closing date the learner will be eligible for a full refund of the fees paid at the time of registration. Under no circumstances the fees will not be refunded any request raised after the registration closing date. (Get in touch with our course advisor for the registration closing date as it may differ for each course

FAQ

How does the assessment work?

There are two assessments, one for each unit, and both units must be passed within 5 years from your first assessment date.

• Unit GIC1 is a scenario-based assessment completed at home. You will have 24 hours to complete and submit your answers.
• Unit GIC2 is a practical risk assessment carried out in your own workplace or another suitable workplace. You must achieve at least 60 marks out of 100 to pass.

Where can I sit my exams?

The GIC1 assessment is completed online from home.
The GIC2 practical assessment is completed in your workplace or another suitable workplace.
There is no requirement to attend an assessment centre.

Can I study GIC2 before completing GIC1?

It is recommended to complete GIC1 before attempting the GIC2 practical assessment.

Although GIC2 mainly focuses on Elements 5–11, knowledge from Elements 1.1, 1.2, and 3.4 is also required to successfully complete the assessment.

How long does the NEBOSH Certificate take to complete?

This is a 10-day virtual E-learning training course followed by the required assessments.

What is the difference between the National and International General Certificate?

The National Certificate is based on UK legislation and is recognised worldwide. If you are planning to work in the UK at any point, we would recommend you complete the National General Certificate.

The International Certificate is based on International Standards of Best Practice and is recognised by employers outside of the UK, however is generally not the preferred qualification for working in the UK.

Is the certificate I receive the same if I study Online as when I study in the Classroom?

Yes, the Certificate is the exact same. You cannot tell the method of study from the Certificate.

What can I study once I have completed the General Certificate?

If you are looking to study a higher level H&S qualification, the NVQ lavel 6  diploma will be the most suitable course to study.

Alternatively, you can broaden your knowledge by studying one or more of the more specialist  courses.

Do I need to complete the NEBOSH Health & Safety at Work Award first?

No. The Certificate can be studied by students with no prior health and safety experience.

What education level is the International General Certificate?

The General Certificate is a level 3 qualification (EQF) which is the equivalent to A-levels in the UK.

What happens if I fail my assessment?

If you are referred on an assessment, you can book a resit with our exams team. When you receive your results, you will also be sent a mark breakdown of your paper from NEBOSH directly.

For GIC2 (the practical assessment) you will receive feedback from the NEBOSH examiner which will help to improve your work. You can then resubmit at the next exam date.

Please note you will need to pay the NEBOSH assessment fee again.

Can I access past exam papers?

NEBOSH does not release past papers for any of their assessments. However, you can find examiner reports and a sample question paper on the NEBOSH website.

What can I study once I have completed the General Certificate?

After completing your International General Certificate, there are a number of options available to further develop your skills and career. If you are interested in progressing into a senior H&S role, a Level 6 qualification will provide the appropriate level of depth.

You can also improve your knowledge in more specialised areas such as IOSH, Train the Trainer or ISO 45001 management systems, or add environmental sustainability to your portfolio.

Please get in touch if you would like to discuss your options with our Customer Advisory Team.

Contact us for more info

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HSE Training & Consultancy
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Building No. 18, 6th Floor, Office No. 17
Fahaheel, Kuwait – 63007

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Email: info@ncbme.com

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