Level 7 Diploma in Strategic Health & Safety Leadership and Management

**With this NVQ, you can gain a Black Manager’s CSCS Card** Included in this NVQ Package is a FREE CITB Managers and Professionals Health, Safety and Environment Test and we will also apply for your CSCS Card for FREE **For a limited time you will also get a FREE CITB SMSTS or SMSTSR public course place**

Description

Two construction site supervisors in PPE reviewing site activity in front of scaffolding and machinery. Relevant to Level 3 NVQ Diploma in Occupational Work Supervision

Already working in senior health and safety roles? This CITB and CSCS approved Level 7 Diploma in Strategic Health & Safety Leadership and Management helps formalise your leadership credentials while strengthening your influence across construction or high-risk industries. There’s no need to sit exams, you’ll be assessed on your ability to lead H&S strategy, manage teams, and ensure legislative compliance.

This qualification supports Director-level H&S positions and helps demonstrate that you’ve got both the operational and strategic thinking needed in senior HSE roles. It’s also a great step toward gaining a Black Managers CSCS card.

CITB funding options are available for construction-related businesses, and we’ll guide you through the whole process.

 

How is Level 7 Diploma in Strategic Health & Safety Leadership and Management assessed?

There’s no written test or exam. You’ll work with a qualified assessor who will guide you through the NVQ using real-life examples from your job.

Common methods include:

  • Professional discussion
  • Observation on-site or via video/photos
  • Work-based evidence (RAMS, job logs, site diaries)
  • Witness statements from supervisors or colleagues
  • Remote or face-to-face support based on your needs

How fast could I get on site?

Need to get on site quickly? If you sign up for an NVQ with us, we can apply for your temporary card on your behalf (if one is required), FREE of charge. You may have to sit a relevant CITB test*, which is also included in the NVQ package, for FREE. Depending on the right circumstances, you could have a digital CSCS card available within 24hrs of speaking to us**.

Got the experience? You could fast-track your NVQ or take your time. We can go at your pace.

 

*CITB tests included in the price are to be taken at one of our 3 CITB test locations. For more info, please visit our CITB test page.

**If you already hold a valid, in- date CITB test. The NVQ price package does not change if you already hold a CITB test result that was taken with a CITB test centre not associated with GEM Compliance Training.

 

Who is Level 7 Diploma in Strategic Health & Safety Leadership and Management ​ for?

This qualification is aimed at senior health and safety professionals who shape, lead and influence safety strategy at an organisational level, including:

Individuals who want to:

  • Prove their skills formally
  • Access new contracts or better jobs
  • Qualify for a Black CSCS card
  • Avoid going back to college

Employers who want to:

  • Upskill their current team
  • Stay compliant on-site
  • Make the most of available CITB funding
  • Work with a provider who sorts the paperwork, funding and assessments for you.