How many NEBOSH exams do I have to complete?

The number of NEBOSH examinations you must sit for your qualification depends on the qualification you are studying. Find below a comprehensive guide which contains a breakdown of exams for each NEBOSH course.

NEBOSH Certificates

International and National General Certificate

The NEBOSH International and National General Certificate examinations consist of:

• 1 case study online open book exam (GIC1 / GNC1 / IG1 / NG1),
• 1 practical risk assessment (GIC2 / GNC2 / IG2 / NG2).

Fire Safety Certificate

The NEBOSH Fire Safety Certificate consists of:

• 1 case study online open book exam (FSC 1),
• 1 practical risk assessment (FSC 2).

Environmental Management Certificate

The NEBOSH Environmental Management Certificate consists of:

• 1 case study online open book exam (EMC 1),
• 1 practical risk assessment (EMC 2).

International and National Construction Certificate

The NEBOSH International and National Construction Certificate consists of:

• 1 online open book exam (CI / CN 1).

Process Safety Management Certificate

The NEBOSH Process Safety Management Certificate consists of:

• 1 online multiple-choice exam (PSM).

NEBOSH Diplomas

International and National Diploma for Occupational Health and Safety Professionals

The NEBOSH International and National Diploma consists of:

• 1 online assignment (DI / DN 1),
• 2 online case study exams (DI / DN 2 & DI/DN 3).

International and National Environmental Diploma

The NEBOSH International and National Environmental Diploma consists of:

• 1 closed book exam (ED 1),
• 1 practical assignment (IDEM / NDEM 2).

Updated on: 27/01/2026