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.

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What is included in the fee?

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

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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

Legal Duties and Compliance

HSE legal duties and enforcement · Environmental management and pollution control · Measuring HSE performance · Occupational health, exposure and health surveillance

3

Contractors and Site Control

Contractor safety and shared workplaces · Environmental management and pollution control · Permit to work and high-risk task control · Emergency lighting and signage

4

Incidents and Spills

Incident investigation and root cause · Emergency preparedness and evacuation · Environmental management and pollution control · Stakeholder mapping and consultation

5

Measuring Environmental Performance

Measuring HSE performance · Environmental management and pollution control · Safety culture, leadership and behaviour · Near-miss and hazard reporting culture

6

Environmental Management and Pollution

Environmental management and pollution control · HSE legal duties and enforcement · Risk assessment that changes what happens · Continuous fire-safety improvement

7

Aspects, Impacts and Control

Environmental management and pollution control · The hierarchy of control · Measuring HSE performance · Regulatory compliance and audits

8

Data and Intelligence

Analytical techniques and bias · Project KPIs and performance metrics · Quality and delivery metrics · Agile metrics and velocity

9

Planning and Design

Building project relationships · Project management software and tools · Scheduling and planning tools · Automation in project delivery

10

People Risk

NGO financial management and budget-versus-actual discipline · The customer experience (CX) discipline · Employee experience and engagement · Customer and employee satisfaction

11

Audit and Standards

In-process quality control and inspection · Costing production: standard costs, variances and the true cost of scrap · Service quality and the passenger experience in transport · Quality management on site: inspections, hold points and defects

12

Health and Safety

Customer and brand health metrics · Brand health and measurement · Regulatory compliance and biosafety · Safety management systems (ISO 45001)

13

Change and Modernisation

Agile and digital transformation projects · Measuring change and project impact · Baseline setting and change control · Sales and marketing transformation

14

Service and Public Interface

Data, analytics and customer insight · Customer segmentation and needs analysis · Customer journey and experience design · Presentation and public speaking

15

Records and Procedure

Vehicle documentation, compliance and consumer protection · Record-keeping and data protection · Data, records and confidentiality tech · Lessons learned and knowledge management

16

Strategy and Governance

Retention strategy and turnover analysis · Vendor management and system governance · Management and board reporting · Decision support and insight

17

Contractors and Supply

Attachment and developmental theory · Professional roles, boundaries and settings · Subcontractor and supplier management · Ethical principles and codes of practice

18

HSE Practice

Job safety analysis (JSA) and task risk · Dynamic and site-specific risk assessment · Managing boundaries and dual relationships · Peer support and consultation

19

Risk and Resilience

Managing risk and difficult cases · Ethical, risk and feasibility considerations · Wellbeing and resilience coaching · Managing engagement risk and professional liability

20

Legal and Regulatory

Regulatory compliance and central-bank rules · Building a culture of compliance · Regulatory liquidity ratios (LCR, NSFR) · Evidence, judgement and scepticism

21

Operations and Supervision

Customer-centric operating models · Operational efficiency and productivity · Reconciliation and end-of-day processes · Operating-model and process re-engineering

22

Security Technology

Legal responsibilities and professional bodies · Portfolio and resource management systems · Digital disruption and modern go-to-market · Digital and data-driven go-to-market

23

Emergency and Incident

Crisis communications · Business continuity and crisis management · Management reporting and decision support · Performance measurement and KPI dashboards

24

Personnel and Capability

Team leadership and motivation · Team development and effectiveness · Coaching and developing team members · Managing virtual and cross-cultural teams

25

Ethics and Conduct

Integrity, confidentiality and conflicts · Anti-corruption and financial-crime ethics · Data ethics and customer privacy · Regulatory duty and accountability

26

Leadership and Command

Leadership versus management and when each is needed · Situational and adaptive leadership · Values, purpose and authentic leadership · Rational and intuitive decision-making

27

Communication and Reporting

Media and public communication · Communicating technical information to diverse audiences · Data quality, analysis and reporting · Professional report writing and presentation

28

Stakeholders and Liaison

The regulatory landscape and central banking · Stakeholder mapping in banking · Customer and community engagement · Stakeholder mapping and engagement

29

Cost, Assets and Loss

Financial reporting frameworks (IFRS/GAAP) · Interpreting financial statements · Budget vs actual and variance · Cost and profitability analysis

30

Professional Leadership Practice

Project management plan development · Issue and problem management · Servant leadership and self-organising teams · Communication planning and 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

Legal Duties and Compliance — applied to your own work
Contractors and Site Control — applied to your own work
Incidents and Spills — applied to your own work
Measuring Environmental Performance — applied to your own work
Environmental Management and Pollution — applied to your own work
Aspects, Impacts and Control — 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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