Course Details

Diploma in Health and Occupational Safety

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Description

The Diploma in Occupational Safety and Health program was introduced in April 2014 and managed to get the Full Accreditation in May 2019 (MQA/ FA 2992). With intentions of being the nation’s top provider in promoting OSH education, PICOMS are committed to taking all necessary steps to gain local and international recognition.

This program prepares students with knowledge and skills in occupational safety and health (OSH) related field. The program was designed to address both market and industrial demand. To enhance the students’ practical skills and ability, students are trained and exposed to the process of hazard identification, risk assessment and risk control (HIRARC) at the workplace with the aim of mitigating and minimizing the impact of hazards.

Field of Study

Occupational Health & Hygiene

Duration (Years)

3

Course Fees (RM)

RM62,550 (USD 14,640)

MQA No.

MQA/FA 2992

Degree Type

Internal Degree
Intake (Month)

January, April, September

O-Level/GCSE

GCE / O-Level or equivalent pass Bahasa Malaysia or English and get 3 credit (Grade C) in the following subjects:

Mathematics or ONE science subject (Biology / Physics / Chemistry / General Science); and Any TWO other subjects
SPM/STPM

SPM or equivalent with a pass Bahasa Melayu and English and get 3 credits in the following subjects;

Mathematics or ONE science subject (Biology / Physics / Chemistry / General Science); and Any TWO other subjects (including English and / or Bahasa Melayu should get credit).
Others

Certificate in related Health Sciences with minimum CGPA 2.75.
English Requirements

CEFR Low B1

MUET: Band 2

IELTS: 4.0

TOEFL (IBT): 30-31

Pearson Test of English :36

Cambridge English Qualifications and Tests: 140

Year 1

Chemistry

Occupational Disease

Basic Toxicology

Introduction to OSH and OSH Management System

Introduction to Occupational Epidemiology

Machinery Safety

Anatomy and Physiology
Year 2

Biological Hazard

Administration Principle and OSH Legislation

Risk Management and HIRARC

Accident Investigation Procedure at Workplace

Biomechanics

OSH Services

Ergonomic

OSH Audit

Hazardous Waste Management

Personal Protective Equipment

Rehabilitation and Fitness to Work
Year 3

Indutrial Hygiene and Chemical Management

OSH Communication, Consultation and Participation

Emergency Response and Planning

OSH Promotion

Organizational Leadership and OSH Culture

Industrial Training

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