Build Your Career in Occupational Health and Safety

There are many ways to build a career in health and safety. NOSA can help you understand your options, choose your training and develop your skills as your career grows.

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Health and safety experience

NOSA has been developing safety knowledge and skills since 1951.

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NOSA Colleges

Training and learner support across South Africa.

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Online courses

More flexibility in where and how you learn.

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Recognised Training & qualifications

Accredited programmes and internationally recognised training.

Where Are You in Your Safety Career?

You don’t need to know the name of a course to get started. Choose the route that best describes where you are now.

Start Your Safety Career

New to occupational health and safety? Understand the field, explore career options and see where your training could begin

Advance Your Safety Career

Already working in health and safety? Explore training and qualifications that can deepen your knowledge or prepare you for greater responsibility.

Find a Course

Already know what you’re looking for? Search NOSA courses directly.

Want to Become a Safety Officer?

There isn’t one course that turns someone into a Safety Officer. The route depends on your education, training and experience.

We’ve mapped out the pathway so you can see the roles, training and experience that may form part of your journey.

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Popular Training and Qualifications

SAMTRAC

NOSA’s flagship occupational health and safety management qualification. SAMTRAC has been trusted by generations of safety professionals in South Africa and beyond.

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NEBOSH

Internationally recognised health and safety qualifications for people looking to develop their professional knowledge and expertise.

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Learnerships & Skills Programmes

Structured learning combined with practical experience, designed to develop skills for the world of work.

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Online Training

Access NOSA training online and study with greater flexibility.

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Find the Right Course

Search and find a course using our course finder.

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Find a NOSA College

NOSA has more than 15 colleges across South Africa. Find your nearest college, view its details and see what training is available.

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Questions About Training?

How do I find the right course for me?

Search for a course by name, or browse the course catalogue and compare the available options. Check the course description and any listed entry requirements. If you are unsure which course suits your goals, send an individual enquiry and tell us what you want to achieve.

What is the difference between Classroom, eLearning and Webinar training?

Classroom training takes place in person, eLearning is completed online, and Webinar training is delivered through an online session. The formats available depend on the course. Check your chosen course for its study options, duration and available sessions.

How do I book a course?

Choose your course and review the available dates, delivery formats and locations. Where a booking link is available, follow it to the booking platform to complete your booking. If you cannot find a suitable session, send an enquiry with the course name and your preferred dates.

How can I find a NOSA college near me?

Visit Find a NOSA College to view college locations and contact details. When choosing a course, check the location shown against the specific session you want to attend.

Where can I check course duration, accreditation and entry requirements?

Start with the course page and your preferred study option. Duration and price can differ between delivery formats. Review any listed accreditation, credits, NQF level and entry requirements, and contact NOSA if a detail you need is not shown.

Career Advice and Resources

Good career decisions start with good information. Explore practical guidance on safety careers, qualifications, training and professional development.