Examinations

Why choose BOHS qualifications?

BOHS’ professional qualifications have been well regarded in the occupational hygiene field since their introduction in May 1969, with over 20,000 successful candidates to date.

We work closely with regulators and practitioners to ensure that our syllabi and examinations are up-to-date and relevant. Thirteen of our qualifications are currently listed in HSE guidance as being the industry standard for their particular subject.

The creation of a syllabus and examination process for any subject is complex and involves many stages to ensure the quality and integrity of the system. Our systems have been in existence for many years and are subject to a continuous review process that includes the use of many independent experts, to ensure the maintenance and improvement of all subjects.

Most of BOHS’ qualifications also have a number as well as a sometimes rather long title. For example, P402, Buildings Surveys and Bulk Sampling for Asbestos (including Risk Assessment and Risk Management Strategies), is often just referred to as “P402”. If you are booking to attend a course, you should be aware that some training organisations not associated with BOHS advertise courses which refer to these numbers but do not lead to BOHS quality controlled examinations, so please check with the training organisation concerned before you book.

BOHS is a fully independent professional body which has no affiliations to any particular industry or trade organisation. As a Company Limited by Guarantee and a Registered Charity, any surplus (i.e. profit) made by BOHS is automatically re-invested in the company, not paid to Directors or Shareholders.

General Examinations Information

The Society offers six types of examination, with links below to further information on each:

1. Occupational Hygiene Modules
2. Proficiency Modules
3. Certificate of Competence in an Individual Subject
4. Certificate of Operational Competence in Occupational Hygiene
5. Diploma of Professional Competence in Occupational Hygiene
6. Refreshers in Asbestos

With effect from 1 June 2008, the following examination fees will apply:

All examination fees are payable at the time of application.

Certificate of Assessment: Candidates said to need special consideration for a module written examination - eg. for dyslexia - will have to provide the Society with a copy of their Certificate of Assessment at least ten working days before the examination.

Queries and Appeals: Click here to download a copy of our policy.

Click here for exam statistics.

Please note that, while we strive to ensure that the information on these web pages is accurate, the definitive information at any time is that supplied directly by the Secretariat. If in any doubt, please contact the relevant person, as listed in each section.