NEBOSH International General Certificate (IGC)

Exams can be sat at one of RRC's UK exam centres or in one of our network of 190+ exam centres throughout the world.

• UK Exam Centres - London, Birmingham, Glasgow, Manchester, Newcastle
• RRC International Centres - Dubai, Georgia, Tunisia
• RRC International Exam Centre Network - See here

This will depend on how you choose to study. The Classroom course is 2 weeks (10 days) plus exam. For Online study on average, learners complete this course in around 6 months.

Units IGC1 and GC2 are each assessed by a two hour exam.  GC3 is assessed by a two hour work based practical assessment. 

RRC are delighted to have been evaluated as a NEBOSH Gold Learning Partner, the highest level in the NEBOSH Learning Partner programme.

NEBOSH introduced a Learning Partner Programme in September 2019 which recognises those Learning Partners that provide learners with the best possible learning experience.  

All NEBOSH Learning Partners have been classified based on their performance against the programme’s principles which represent global best practice in the provision of course tuition and support. The key principles are:

• Ensure all learners understand what is expected of them and what they can expect from their Learning Provider.
• Create a learning environment that is engaging and encourages interaction that is appropriate for the course and type of delivery. 
• Provide accurate course materials and continually update and improve them. 
• Ensure tutors are qualified, knowledgeable, competent and engaging. 
• Give learners feedback on their progress and provide appropriate support. 
• Review course delivery and learner feedback and action as necessary. 

Learner Partner Status

Learning Partners can be identified as follows:

• Gold - greatly exceeds the principles
• Silver - exceeds the principles
• Bronze - meets the principles

Course fees can be paid in up to a maximum of four monthly instalments. For UK customers instalments can be paid over 10 months. Click here for more information.

To achieve the NEBOSH International General Certificate you must complete all three units (IGC1, GC2 & GC3) within five years.

If you have been awarded the NEBOSH International Construction Certificate or NEBOSH International Fire Certificate in the last five years you will be exempt from Unit IGC1 and can simply 'top up' by completing Unit GC2 and the practical assessment (Unit GC3).

The National Certificate is based on UK legislation and is recognised worldwide. The International Certificate is based on International Standards of Best Practice and is recognised by employers outside of the UK.

Yes, the Certificate is the exact same. You cannot tell the method of study from the Certificate.

We do not offer evening or weekend classroom courses in the UK, however this course can be studied Online at any time.

If you are looking to study a higher level H&S qualification, the NEBOSH Diploma will be the most suitable course to study.

No. The Certificate can be studied by students with no prior health and safety experience.

The General Certificate is a level 3 qualification (EQF) which is the equivalent to A-levels in the UK.

If you do not pass your exams, you can book a re-sit with our exams team. 

No exams cannot be completed Online. Exams need to be completed at one of our assessment centres which will be arranged by our exams team.

Past papers are not available for any NEBOSH courses; however you can access an example question paper with examiners feedback on expected answers on the Nebosh website.

Yes, when you study the NEBOSH International General Certificate with RRC you are eligible to sign up for TOTUM Pro. This is a discount scheme that gives you access to exclusive discounts, offers and vouchers from hundreds of retailers. You can find out more about the scheme here.