Johannesburg: National Institute for Occupational Health
Country
South Africa
Type
Diploma
Topics
Health Determinants: Working Conditions, Occupational Health
Language
English
Location
Johannesburg
Objectives/
Content
The diploma is for doctors who work or intend to work in occupational health in the public or private sectors. Students who complete the programme will have the theoretical knowledge and practical skills to work as occupational health practitioners.
The DOH is part-time over two years, offered in eight courses of one week each, including experiential learning between courses. Occupational toxicology, occupational medicine and occupational health services are the strengths of this DOH. Practical skills development is sees as an important focus.
For further
information
Faculty of Health Sciences and National Institute for Occupational Health
Old Medical School
25 Hospital Street
Johannesburg
NIOH
P.O. Box 4788
Johannesburg
2000
Master of Public Health MPH (Occupational Hygiene)
Institution
Johannesburg: National Institute for Occupational Health
Country
South Africa
Type
Master
Topics
Health Determinants: Working Conditions, Occupational Health
Public/Global Health: Epidemiology and Disease Control
Health Research and Methods
Language
English
Location
Johannesburg
Objectives/
Content
The Department of Community Health, in association with the National Institute for Occupational Health, offers a Diploma and Masters degree in Occupational Hygiene over to or three part-time years.
The course are for people who work or intend to work in occupational health in the public or private sectors. Students who complete the course will have the theoretical knowledge and skills to practise as occupational hygienists. It is preferred but not required that applicants have a four-year qualification from a university or technikon.
For further
information
Faculty of Health Sciences and National Institute for Occupational Health
Old Medical School
25 Hospital Street
Johannesburg
