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Diploma in Occupational Safety and Health
About
legislative compliance, boosting productivity, increasing efficiency, and improving overall morale within an organization. As industries evolve, new health risks continue to emerge, including occupational pollutants, toxic substances, and workplace injuries. Occupational safety and health is a field dedicated to safeguarding the well-being of individuals engaged in various work environments. The primary goal of occupational safety and health programs is to create and maintain safe and healthy workplaces. Additionally, these programs help protect not only employees but also co-workers, employers, customers, and others who may be impacted by workplace conditions.
Occupational safety and health is a specialized branch of public health focused on the impact of workplace exposure factors on employees' health and overall well-being. The global healthcare industry has an increasing demand for skilled occupational safety and health professionals who can address modern workplace challenges. The Occupational Safety & Health Act 1994 mandates that industries employ competent safety and health officers to manage and resolve workplace safety concerns. These professionals are responsible for enforcing legal requirements, offering technical guidance, and providing safety and health education.
Graduates of SEGi College’s Diploma in Occupational Safety & Health are equipped to work as Safety and Health Representatives, including roles such as Site Safety Supervisors and Assistant Safety Managers, in both government and private sector organizations. Additionally, they may pursue careers as Occupational Health Control Officers or Research Officers in the field.
Key facts
| Qualification | Diploma |
| Study mode | Full-time |
| Duration | 3 years |
| Intakes | January, May, September |
| Total estimated cost (local) | S$ 10,450 |
| Total estimated cost (foreign) | S$ 16,109 |
Subjects
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Health and Safety
Duration
3 years
Tuition fees
| Description | Local students | Foreign students |
|---|---|---|
| Tuition fee | S$ 9,883 | S$ 9,883 |
| Miscellaneous fees | S$ 567 | S$ 6,225 |
| Total estimated cost of attendance | S$ 10,450 | S$ 16,109 |
| Estimated cost per year | S$ 3,483 | S$ 5,369 |
Estimated cost as reported by the institution. There may be additional administrative fees. Please contact us for the latest information.
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Admissions
Intakes
Entry Requirements
- SPM with pass in Bahasa Malaysia and English, with minimum 3 credits including Mathematics or any Science subjects
- O-Level / UEC with pass in Bahasa Malaysia or English and 3 credits including Mathematics and Science
- Related SKM Level 3
- Certificate related to Health Sciences with minimum CGPA 2.50
- MQA-APEL T4
Curriculum
Year 1:
- General English
- Chemistry
- Introduction to Occupational Safety and Health
- Bahasa Melayu Komunikasi 1 (International students)
- Malaysia Studies 2 (Local students)
- Microbiology
- Physics
- Anatomy and Physiology
- Ergonomics & Human Factors in Safety
- Health Promotion and Education
- Occupational Toxicology
- Fire Skills
- Growth Mindset / Bahasa Kebangsaan A*
Year 2:
- Occupational Safety and Health Legislation
- Occupational Disease and Control
- Risk Identification and Control
- Industrial Revolution 4.0 in Malaysia
- OSH Surveillance and Monitoring
- Organisational Leadership
- Investigation of Incidents
- Industrial Safety
- Emergency Response and Planning
- OSH Management System
- Machinery & Equipment Safety
- Hazardous Substance
Year 3:
- Industrial Hygiene
- Co-curriculum Management
- Industrial Training 1
- Industrial Training 2