Behaviour Based Safety - Module CH5012

Course Details

Course Code(s):

CH5012

Available:

Part-Time

Intake:

Spring

Autumn/Fall

Course Start Date:

Autumn 2026

Duration:

6 Weeks

Award:

University Certificate of Study

Qualification:

NFQ Level 9 Minor Award

Faculty: Science and Engineering

Course Type: Professional/Flexible, Online

Fees: For Information on Fees, see section below.

Contact(s):

Name: SEFLC
Address: Science & Engineering Flexible Learning Centre Email: seflc@ul.ie

for more information or to be notified when applications are open.

Brief Description

Improving safety performance starts with understanding how people behave at work. In today’s workplaces, the cost of accidents is high for both people and productivity. While systems and procedures are essential, reducing risk also means influencing everyday behaviours.

This 6-week, Level 9 micro-credential introduces Behaviour-Based Safety (BBS) as a practical, evidence-based approach to preventing workplace injuries.

You’ll explore the principles of behaviour change and learn how to design, implement and sustain a behavioural safety process.

Whether you work in safety, operations or leadership, this micro-credential gives you the practical tools to influence safety culture and drive improvements in practice.

This module is associated with the Professional Diploma in Health and Safety. It can be taken as a standalone University Certificate of Study (UCOS) module or as part of a pathway to a larger award.

During this module, you will:

Understand the core principles and leadership behaviours behind effective behavioural safety
Apply peer-to-peer and team-based approaches to improve safety performance
Use performance indicators to measure behaviour change and maintain progress
Build confidence to design, implement and sustain a behavioural safety process in your organisation

Key Information:

This micro-credential will be delivered online over 6 weeks.

You will be assessed using continuous skill-based assignments provided by your lecturer and tutor with no final exam.

Part-time considerations:  

Designed for working professionals    
Evening or recorded lectures    
Additional prep and group work time    
Timetable provided after registration

To help you to be successful on this course:

Applicants should hold a bachelor’s degree ( Level 8) with at least a second-class honours, grade 2 (2:2).
You should have at least 3 years of relevant industrial work experience
If applicants have a lower result or an unrelated qualification, they may be considered on a case-by-case basis if they can provide evidence of significant experience in health and safety or more years of relevant work experience (Recognised Prior Learning).

Guidelines for your applications:

When applying, be sure to include the Module Code CH5012. We can’t process your application without it. You can apply for more than one module using the same application.
By applying, you confirm that you meet the entry requirements and can take part in the course and its assessments.
This course will go ahead if it meets minimum enrolment number.
Completing this module doesn’t guarantee you a place in a full programme. If you want to apply for a full programme, you must meet the specific entry requirements for that programme.

EU - €1,875

Further information on fees and payment of fees is available from the Student Fees Office website. All fee related queries should be directed to the Student Fees Office (Phone: +353 61 213 007 or email student.fees.office@ul.ie).

Other funding

Find further information on funding and scholarships.

This micro-credential can lead to the following sectors and careers:

Safety officers and advisors working to reduce risk through behaviour change
Line managers and team leaders aiming to improve safety culture and performance
Professionals in operations, HR or compliance supporting safety initiatives
Progression to further study in health and safety, risk management or leadership

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