How long does this certification take?

The programme takes 10 Weeks and can be completed self-paced or with live virtual sessions.

Is this certification globally recognised?

Yes. GLI certifications carry CPD credits and are internationally recognised.

What level is this certification?

This is a Intermediate Level certification.

Email info@certifications.ac, WhatsApp +254 722 223 084, or fill in the enrolment form on this page.

What is included in the fee?

All study materials, study guide, examination, digital certificate and badge. Live option adds tutor sessions and priority support.

Certified Health Safety and Environment Specialist in Ethiopia

Executive Summary

Certified Health Safety and Environment Specialist

Designed for today’s high-impact professionals, the Certified Health Safety and Environment Specialist (CHESES) delivers a rigorous Intermediate-level curriculum that equips participants with the knowledge, tools and frameworks needed to excel in occupational safety, health and workplace wellbeing.

This 10 Weeks programme is structured around ISO 45001, OSHA and recognised occupational health and safety standards, ensuring every graduate applies internationally validated methods to real-world challenges.

GLI’s CHESES holders are recognised by leading organisations across Africa, the Gulf, Europe and the Americas as qualified, results-driven professionals. Whether you are advancing your current career or transitioning into new responsibilities, this certification provides the competitive edge you need in 2026 and beyond.

Programme Overview

Certification at a Glance

Certification

Certified Health Safety and Environment Specialist

Acronym

CHESES

Who Should Enrol?

Safety and Health Officers
HSE Managers and Supervisors
Site and Operations Safety Leads
Risk and Compliance Practitioners

Programme Inclusions

Everything Included in Your Enrolment

All study materials and study guide
Access to GLI online learning portal
Online examination and assessment
Digital certificate and digital badge
Physical certificate (shipped to you)
CPD credits for professional bodies
GLI alumni network membership
Facilitator and tutor support
Resource downloads and reference library
Automatic enrolment confirmation

Certification Benefits

Why This Certification Matters for Your Career

Career Advancement

Accelerate your career towards senior HSE and safety-leadership roles

Professional Recognition

Credential aligned with ISO 45001, OSHA and recognised occupational health and safety standards

Leadership Capability

Develop the strategic and operational skills to lead complex occupational safety functions

Organisational Impact

Design and implement occupational safety systems that drive performance and measurable results

Compliance Readiness

Master the standards, compliance and ethical governance central to occupational safety

Global Employability

Qualify for occupational safety roles across construction, energy, manufacturing, marine and industrial operations worldwide

Competency Framework

Core Competencies You Will Develop

✦Hazard Identification and Risk Assessment

✦Occupational Health, Hygiene and Wellbeing

✦Safety Management Systems and Compliance

✦Incident Investigation and Emergency Preparedness

✦Safety Culture, Training and Behaviour

✦Professional Ethics and Governance

Course Curriculum

Programme Modules

The full programme, module by module.

1

Foundations and Strategic Context of Certified Health Safety and Environment Specialist

Certified Health Safety and Environment Specialist: industry context, trends and professional standards · Occupational safety and health principles · The business and moral case for HSE · HSE roles, responsibilities and competence

2

Environmental Management Systems

Environmental management systems (ISO 14001) · Aspects, impacts and controls · Policy, planning and objectives · Fire load and compartmentation

3

Contractor and client engagement

Contractor and client engagement · Analytical techniques and bias · Preparing financial statements · Pollution prevention

4

Legal and regulatory responsibility

Legal and regulatory responsibility · Financial reporting frameworks (IFRS/GAAP) · Integrity in reporting and investigation · Incident command basics

5

Sustainability and environmental duty

Sustainability and environmental duty · Anti-corruption and honest compliance · Ethical decision-making under pressure · Physical hazards: noise, vibration, radiation

6

Waste, effluent and emissions control

Interpreting financial statements · Integrated and sustainability reporting · Resource efficiency and circular practice · Monitoring, sensors and wearables

7

Environmental monitoring and reporting

Environmental monitoring and reporting · Management accounts and dashboards · Continuous environmental improvement · Incident investigation and root cause

8

Risk and Governance

Managing risk and difficult cases · Ethical, risk and feasibility considerations · Risk assessment and safety planning · Managing engagement risk and professional liability

9

Stakeholders and Partners

Stakeholder engagement and risk management · Offer management, negotiation and pre-boarding · Onboarding and time to productivity · Exit, offboarding and organisational memory

10

Digital and Technology

Email and marketing automation · Marketing technology stack · CRM and marketing automation platforms · Scaling technologies and business models

11

Ethics and Integrity

Marketing and sales ethics · Brand safety and responsible marketing · Sustainability and responsible marketing · Data visualisation for finance

12

Self-Leadership

Data-driven and personalised banking · Operational risk and resilience · Decision support and insight · Organisational resilience and adaptive strategy

13

People Administration

Reward strategy and total reward frameworks · Performance management that changes behaviour · Employee relations, discipline and fair process · Loyalty programmes and rewards

14

Customers and Markets

Customer service and CX strategy · Designing voice-of-customer programmes · Aligning service to brand and business · Sustaining strategic customer focus

15

Projects and Delivery

Wellness programmes and promotion · HR service delivery and case management · HR technology selection and implementation · Designing a safety programme or control

16

Inclusion and Culture

Learning cultures and the learning organisation · Building a learning culture · Building a coaching culture · Creating a coaching culture

17

Legal and Policy

Tariffs, regulation and the economics of essential services · Legal responsibilities and professional bodies · Goal setting and contracting · Managing boundaries and dual relationships

18

Cross-Cultural Leadership

International and cross-border tax · Managing virtual and cross-cultural teams · Expanding into regional and export markets · Risk, compliance and feasibility analysis

19

Suppliers and Partners

Sustainable procurement principles and standards · Supply chain and cargo security · Procurement and stock management for health commodities · Peer support and consultation

20

Sustainability

Stress and psychosocial risk · Sustainability certification and standards · Social media customer care · Social performance and outreach

21

Public and Community Context

Proposal development and donor reporting · Ethical frameworks and codes of practice · Group dynamics, facilitation and community mobilisation · Customer and community engagement

22

Knowledge and Learning

Learning transfer and capability building · Incident reporting and record-keeping · Transfer pricing documentation · Vehicle documentation, compliance and consumer protection

23

Leadership and Management

Absence and health management · Sanctions screening and PEP management · Relationship management and cross-selling · Sales performance and pipeline management

24

People and Capability

Talent review and succession in practice · Managing resistance and engagement · Worker engagement and empowerment · Board and investor engagement

25

Strategy and Direction

Mergers, funding and growth strategy · Real options and strategic investment · Strategic workforce planning and demand forecasting · Wellbeing and holistic health strategy

26

Operations and Delivery

Quality control and continuous improvement · Integrated risk and quality control · Communication planning and management · Scheduling and planning tools

27

Communication and Influence

Sponsorship and negotiation selling · Professional presentation and pitching · Negotiation with clients and partners · Negotiation with buyers, suppliers and financiers

28

Change and Innovation

Innovation and fintech collaboration · Continuous improvement and lean banking · Driving measurable banking improvement · Foreign exchange and hedging

29

Data and Measurement

Metrics and reporting · Performance measurement and KPI dashboards · Data privacy compliance in practice · HR metrics, KPIs and the HR scorecard

30

Financial Acumen

Earned value and forecasting · Cost-benefit and investment appraisal · Funding, cash flow and financing · Value and benefits management

Every module opens in the learning portal with its full lesson set, worked examples, further reading and video masterclasses. 30 modules · 150 lessons.

Learning Outcomes

What You Will Achieve

Environmental Management Systems — applied to your own work
Contractor and client engagement — applied to your own work
Legal and regulatory responsibility — applied to your own work
Sustainability and environmental duty — applied to your own work
Waste, effluent and emissions control — applied to your own work
Environmental monitoring and reporting — applied to your own work

Enrolment Process

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common Questions

What is the CHESES certification?

Yes. GLI certifications are recognised across 100+ countries and are aligned with ISO 45001, OSHA and recognised occupational health and safety standards. Graduates receive a digital certificate, a physical certificate and CPD credits recognised by employers worldwide.

Who should enrol in the CHESES?

This certification is ideal for Safety and Health Officers, HSE Managers and Supervisors, Site and Operations Safety Leads and Risk and Compliance Practitioners, and other professionals seeking to formalise their expertise in occupational safety, health and workplace wellbeing with a globally recognised credential.

How long does the CHESES certification take to complete?

The programme is structured over 10 Weeks and offers flexible learning modes. Self-paced learners can progress at their own schedule, while live virtual participants follow a structured cohort schedule with facilitator-led sessions.

Is the CHESES internationally recognised?

Yes. GLI certifications are recognised across 100+ countries and are aligned with ISO 45001, OSHA and recognised occupational health and safety standards. Graduates receive a digital certificate, a physical certificate and CPD credits recognised by employers worldwide.

What is the cost of the CHESES certification?

The Certified Health Safety and Environment Specialist is offered in two formats: Self-Paced at USD 399 and Live Virtual at USD 599. Corporate group rates are available for organisations enrolling 5 or more participants. Contact GLI for a bespoke corporate training quotation.

What does the CHESES certification include?

Enrolment includes all study materials and study guides, access to GLI's online learning portal, online examination, digital certificate and badge, physical certificate (posted), CPD credits, GLI alumni network membership, and ongoing facilitator support.

What is the assessment format for the CHESES?

The Certified Health Safety and Environment Specialist is assessed through an online examination consisting of multiple-choice questions, case study analysis, and practical application assignments. The assessment is designed to evaluate real-world competency, not just theoretical recall.

What CPD credits do I earn from the CHESES?

The Certified Health Safety and Environment Specialist carries Continuing Professional Development (CPD) credits, which can be applied towards professional body requirements including recognised international professional associations.

Can I study the CHESES while working full-time?

Absolutely. The self-paced option is designed for busy working professionals and allows you to study when and where it suits you. Live virtual sessions are typically scheduled in the evenings or on weekends to accommodate professional commitments.

What career outcomes can I expect from the CHESES?

Graduates progress towards senior HSE and safety-leadership roles. The CHESES strengthens your expertise in occupational safety, health and workplace wellbeing and positions you for advancement across construction, energy, manufacturing, marine and industrial operations.

Graduate Voices

What Our Alumni Say

“

The curriculum was directly applicable to my daily work. I immediately applied what I learned and saw results within weeks of completing the programme.

HSE Director

Private Sector

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GLI's certification is the most practical professional programme I have attended. The international frameworks gave me credibility with my employer and clients.

Safety Manager

NGO Sector

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I earned my CHESES while working full-time. The self-paced format made it possible, and the quality of the content is genuinely world-class.

Site Safety Lead

Government

Certified Health Safety and Environment Specialist

Certified Health Safety and Environment Specialist

Certification at a Glance

Who Should Enrol?

Everything Included in Your Enrolment

Why This Certification Matters for Your Career

Core Competencies You Will Develop

Programme Modules

What You Will Achieve

How to Get Certified

Common Questions

What Our Alumni Say

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