NEBOSH HSE Certificate in Health and Safety Leadership Excellence

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NEBOSH HSE Certificate in Health & Safety Leadership Excellence

The NEBOSH HSE Certificate in Health and Safety Leadership Excellence equips delegates with the skills and confidence to lead their teams effectively while promoting and guiding best practice in health and safety.

Course Price

£250 + VAT

Max Students

Up to 16 delegates

Course Duration

1-day training

Course Location

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NEBOSH Health and Safety Leadership Excellence Certificate course content

What is the NEBOSH HSE Certificate in Health and Safety Leadership Excellence?

​The NEBOSH HSE Certificate in Health and Safety Leadership Excellence is a specialist one-day course created in partnership between NEBOSH and the UK’s Health and Safety Executive (HSE). It is designed specifically for current and aspiring leaders who want to strengthen their ability to influence, inspire and drive high standards of health and safety within their organisation.

This qualification goes beyond compliance by focusing on how effective leadership directly shapes attitudes, behaviours and performance. Delegates explore the key principles of good health and safety leadership, the importance of human and organisational factors, and the role of effective communication in building trust.

The course also demonstrates how visible, committed leadership not only improves employee morale but can also lead to greater engagement, higher productivity, and a stronger, positive health and safety culture across the workplace. By the end of the programme, delegates gain practical strategies they can apply immediately to enhance their leadership style, motivate their teams, and contribute to safer and more successful organisational outcomes.

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  • Interactive & Engaging Learning
  • Away from Work & Distractions
  • Immediate Feedback & Support
  • Improved Focus & Knowledge Retention

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  • Learn from Anywhere with Flexibility
  • Interactive Virtual Experience
  • Live Trainer Support & Instant Feedback
  • No Travel Costs or Time Away from Work

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  • Convenient On-Site Training
  • Tailored to Your Workplace Needs
  • Minimises Staff Travel & Downtime
  • Hands-On Learning in a Familiar Environment
  • Minumum of 4 learners, per booking

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Benefits for Employers

  • Show clear commitment to workplace health and safety by embedding safety into everyday decision-making.
  • Equip your teams with skilled and well-trained leaders who can boost morale, engagement, and collaboration.
  • Increase productivity and efficiency by minimising the risk of accidents, incidents, and injuries.

Benefits for Learners

  • Gain transferable leadership and health and safety skills that are valued across all industries.
  • Build confidence in guiding, influencing, and supporting others.
  • Understand what effective leadership looks like and how it can shape a safer, more positive workplace culture.
  • At SM Safety Training, we understand that strong leadership is at the heart of building a successful safety culture. That’s why our training doesn’t just cover theory, we provide practical tools, real-world examples, and expert insight to help leaders apply what they’ve learned immediately in their workplace.
  • By choosing SM Safety Training, you are investing in a NEBOSH Gold Learning Partner that is committed to delivering high-quality, engaging training. Whether you’re developing new leaders or enhancing the skills of experienced managers, we’ll ensure your people walk away with the knowledge and confidence to make a real difference in your organisation.

Trusted by Students – NEBOSH Health and Safety Leadership Excellence course.

At SM Safety Training, we help thousands of learners each year achieve their NEBOSH Health and Safety Excellence. Our commitment to excellence is reflected in our outstanding training, expert support, and high levels of customer satisfaction.

Expert Teaching & Support

Our team of experienced NEBOSH tutors provides expert guidance throughout your learning journey. With comprehensive support, practical advice, and top-quality resources, we ensure you gain the knowledge and confidence to succeed.

Accredited Training Provider

As a NEBOSH-approved training provider, we uphold the highest industry standards in course delivery, materials, and instructor expertise. This guarantees a quality-assured training experience that employers trust.

Leading Provider for the Armed Forces – ELCAS Approved

We are proud to be a leading provider of NEBOSH training for the Armed Forces. Our courses are ELCAS-approved, meaning eligible service personnel and veterans can use their Enhanced Learning Credits (ELC) to fund their training. We understand the unique challenges of transitioning to civilian careers and offer tailored support to help military personnel succeed.

Proven Success & High Pass Rates

We are dedicated to helping you pass with confidence. Our above-average NEBOSH pass rates demonstrate our commitment to delivering effective training that truly prepares you for your assessments.

Your Success is Our Priority

If you don’t pass on your first attempt, we offer additional support and guidance to help you achieve your qualification. However, with our structured learning approach and expert tuition, most learners pass first time.

With SM Safety Training, you can be confident in receiving professional, high-quality training that empowers you to excel in health and safety management.

The NEBOSH General Certificate course runs for 10 days of training, followed by a 1-day open book exam (OBE).

  • Course Duration: 1 days of expert-led training
  • Exam: Open book assessment and is conducted on the last day of the course.
  • Daily Schedule: 09:00 – 16:30

This structured approach ensures you receive comprehensive knowledge and preparation to successfully complete the NEBOSH qualification.

The NEBOSH HSE Certificate in Health and Safety Leadership Excellence consists of one unit, which is broken down into 3 elements. Each of these have their own set of assessment criteria.

Unit HSL1: Health and safety leadership

Element 1: The foundations of health and safety leadership

  • Outline the reasons for and benefits of health and safety leadership excellence, the importance of an agreed health and safety vision and the business benefits excellent health and safety leadership brings
  • Discuss the moral, legal, and business reasons for good health and safety leadership
  • Understand how leaders can gain assurance that health and safety is being managed effectively
  • Explain how good leadership can positively influence health and safety culture

Element 2: Human failure and decision making

  • Understand how human failure can impact on health and safety culture
  • Recognise how mental short cuts, biases, habits, and beliefs can influence the decision-making process

Element 3: Leadership

  • Outline different leadership styles, including transformational, authentic, resonant, and transactional
  • Apply the five values and supporting foundations of the HSE’s health and safety leadership model
  • Explain how relationships with the workforce can be built by effective leadership communication

The NEBOSH HSE Certificate in Health and Safety Leadership is assessed via reflective statements which delegates are tasked with producing throughout the course. These aim to demonstrate how the skill, behaviour, and knowledge of those in leadership roles can impact the health and safety performance of an organisation.

Learners will also need to make a commitment to a leadership intervention that will improve health and safety management within their sphere of influence at work.

Once you have submitted all five reflective statements, you should receive your result within 14 working days.

Please note: All course materials and certificates will be sent via post. There will be an additional charge if booking outside of the UK. We will contact you with the delivery charge once booking has been made.

Many people who have passed the NEBOSH certificate process safety courses to studying the NEBOSH General Certficate course, which advances you as a health and safety professional. https://www.smsafetytraining.com/nebosh-general-certificate

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By the end of the course, delegates will be able to:

  • Demonstrate the importance of health and safety leadership excellence
  • Recognise indicators that can provide assurance to leadership teams that health and safety is being managed effectively
  • Model good leadership to positively influence health and safety culture
  • Recognise the impact of human failure on health and safety culture
  • Understand the impact of mental short cuts, biases, habits, and beliefs on the decision-making process
  • Demonstrate a range of appropriate leadership styles
  • Integrate the five values and supporting foundations of the HSE’s health and safety leadership model within their professional practice
  • Practice effective leadership communication to build relationships with the workforce

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