IOSH Managing Occupational Health and Wellbeing
As awareness of mental health and workplace wellbeing continues to grow, organisations are recognising the importance of proactive occupational health management. The IOSH Managing Occupational Health and Wellbeing course supports this shift by equipping managers with the knowledge and practical tools needed to promote a healthier working environment.
Designed primarily for line managers and supervisors, the course focuses on identifying and managing both physical and psychological health risks. It enables managers to play an active role in supporting employee wellbeing, improving engagement and contributing to overall organisational performance.
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Duration
6-8 hours online
Entry Requirements
We're committed to ensuring education is available to all. Without any prerequisites, this program is crafted for people at every stage. We suggest learners have completed the NEBOSH General Certificate or equivalent.
Learning options:
IOSH Managing Occupational Health and Wellbeing Explained
The IOSH Managing Occupational Health and Wellbeing qualification provides a structured approach to understanding health risks that may not always be visible, including stress, mental ill health and workplace wellbeing challenges.
The programme explores how occupational health influences productivity, morale and long-term business success. Managers gain practical guidance on identifying early warning signs, carrying out health risk assessments and implementing appropriate control measures.
A strong emphasis is placed on practical application. Learners leave the course with actionable strategies to:
Recognise and manage workplace health risks
Support employees experiencing wellbeing challenges
Promote positive mental health practices
Contribute to a culture of openness and support
The course also reinforces managerial accountability, ensuring leaders understand their role in fostering a safe, supportive and productive work environment.
Course Overview
Units
Module 1
A Healthy Organisation
Module 2
Fitness for Work
Module 3
Health Risk Assessment
Module 4
Wellbeing in the Workplace
Assessments
The course is assessed through two components:
A short multiple-choice test
A practical workplace health risk assessment
The multiple-choice assessment consists of 20 questions and must be completed within 30 minutes.
Course Length
Online Learning
Approximately 6–8 hours of study
6 months access to course materials
frequently asked Questions
FAQs
How Does IOSH Managing Occupational Health and Wellbeing Differ from IOSH Managing Safely?
IOSH Managing Safely focuses on general workplace health and safety risks, including physical hazards and accident prevention.
In contrast, IOSH Managing Occupational Health and Wellbeing concentrates on less visible risks, such as mental health challenges, stress, long-term health conditions and overall employee wellbeing. It provides managers with the tools to address these areas proactively.
What Is Included in the Course?
The course consists of four structured modules covering:
The foundations of workplace health
Assessing fitness for work
Conducting health risk assessments
Supporting wellbeing and mental health
It combines core occupational health principles with practical workplace application.
How Is the Course Assessed?
Learners must:
Successfully complete a 20-question multiple-choice test (30-minute time limit).
Submit a practical workplace health risk assessment within two weeks of finishing the course content.
Both elements must be completed to achieve certification.
What Is the Practical Workplace Health Risk Assessment?
This assessment requires learners to evaluate health-related risks within their own organisation. It ensures that knowledge gained during the course is applied in a real-world setting, helping drive meaningful workplace improvements
Whats The Best Way For My Staff To Learn?
Dependent on staff availability, location, budget and your company needs, choose from the options:
- Online - Our interactive and multimedia rich courses for staff to fit in around their commitments
- Classroom - Expert tutor-led delivery, hosted in a professional training environment across 6-sites within the UK. Alternatively Classroom training can be delivered On-Site at your premises for multiple learners.
- Virtual - The Virtual Learning Academy is the most modern approach to delivering live-online training without the need to travel
Workplace Training
IOSH Managing Occupational Health and Wellbeing for Your Workforce
Develop your people for a better organisation
By applying the knowledge and skills gained from the IOSH Managing Occupational Health and Wellbeing qualification you will be able to contribute to maintaining a safe and healthy workplace.
Our training has been tried and tested by 100,000 health and safety professionals. We offer a range of learning options including virtual classroom, online and on-site classroom courses delivered at a premises and on a day of your choice.
Benefits Of Staff Training At Your Organisation
Cost and time saving benefits for larger number of staff.
Your own dedicated account manager to organise all aspects of your training.
Relevant training for your staff can be tailored to company requests.
Choice and convenience of training delivery options to suit your staff
CONSULTATION SERVICE
Helping You To Train Your Staff
Independent and practical consultancy support provided by our Chartered Health and Safety, and Environmental practitioners.
