BSB51319 · AQF Level 5
Diploma of Work Health and Safety
The BSB51319 Diploma of Work Health and Safety is the key management-level qualification for WHS professionals in Australia. It prepares health and safety practitioners to design, implement, and manage WHS management systems — covering risk management, incident investigation, compliance, and psychosocial safety.
- Qualification code
- BSB51319
- AQF level
- Level 5
- Duration
- 12–18 months
- Delivery
- Online, Blended
- Price range
- From $2,500
What you'll learn
- WHS management systems and frameworks
- Hazard identification and risk assessment
- Incident investigation and root cause analysis
- Regulatory compliance (WHS Act and Regulations)
- Psychosocial hazards and safety culture
- WHS auditing and reporting
- Contractor and supply chain safety management
Career outcomes
Typical roles held by graduates of the Diploma of Work Health and Safety. Salary ranges sourced from SEEK Salary Insights 2025.
WHS Manager
$95,000–$140,000
Safety Manager
$90,000–$135,000
Health and Safety Advisor
$80,000–$110,000
WHS Coordinator
$70,000–$95,000
Entry requirements
No formal entry requirements. Most students hold a Certificate IV in WHS or have relevant safety industry experience. RPL is common in this qualification for experienced safety practitioners.
RPL available for this qualification
WHS professionals with 3+ years of safety management experience are strong RPL candidates. If you've been managing safety systems, conducting risk assessments or audits, your experience may map directly to the qualification.
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