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ISPON — Institute of Safety Professionals of NigeriaISPONLagos State Branch

ISPON–HSE certifications & specialised safety courses

Full HSE Levels 1–5 pathway, monthly 2026 calendar, and 20+ specialised programmes. HSE Levels 1–3 offer a choice of mode of participation: in-person at the Training Centre or livestreamed virtually.

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Friday, 30 October 2026 · HSE Level 1 & Level 2 Certification

Take the examination online

Candidates sitting the HSE Level 1 examination at the ISPON Centre, NERDC-Ikeja and the HSE Level 2 (MCQ & Essay) examination at Chi Limited, Ajao Estate on Friday, 30 October 2026 can access their papers directly from this site. Visit the Examination Portal to launch each paper via ClassMarker.

Access Examination Portal

How it works:   Make payment using the account details provided, then complete the course registration where you provide relevant details, choose a programme, and your mode of participation (whether physical or virtual) and upload proof of payment. Submit registration to confirm your seat. Course fees and dates are subject to review.

HSE Levels 1 is 100% physical participation. HSE Levels 2–3 offer a choice of mode of participation: participate physically in-person at the Training Centre or join livestreamed sessions virtually. Their computer-based Certification Examinations are held in-person at the Training Centre, and participants are required to bring a functional laptop. Level 4 includes field tours, syndicate sessions and projects. Prices & dates subject to change.

Upload of Proof of Payment is required for Course Registration.

ISPON–HSE Certifications

Five levels. One professional pathway.

From Introductory HSE through Executive HSE — eligibility, duration, mode of participation and fees published by ISPON Lagos State Branch.

Level 1

Level 1

3 days

₦65,500

Level 2

Level 2

5 days

₦95,500

Level 3

Level 3

6 days

₦120,500

Level 4

Level 4

2 weeks

₦150,000

Level 5

Level 5

3 weeks

₦300,000

* Prices & dates subject to change. Course fees are subject to review.

For Serving Corps Members

NYSC Discounted Training Rate

To encourage young Nigerians serving in the National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) in Lagos, the ISPON Lagos State Branch offers a specially discounted training rate. The concession is available strictly to serving corps members and is subject to clear restrictions.

Eligibility & restrictions

  • Applicant must be a serving NYSC member (currently within the service year, and serving in Lagos State).
  • A valid NYSC call-up letter and NYSC ID card must be presented as proof of status.
  • The discounted rate applies only to the designated NYSC training package as published by the Branch — it does not extend to the full HSE Level 1–5 fees or specialised courses.
  • Participation is strictly virtual.
  • The concession is non-transferable and limited to one registration per corps member.

How to register

  1. 1Confirm you meet the eligibility criteria above.
  2. 2Make payment using the official ISPON Lagos Branch account details (see the Make Payment dialog).
  3. 3Open the NYSC registration & payment form below and complete all required fields.
  4. 4Upload your proof of payment and NYSC call-up letter / ID card as requested in the form.
  5. 5Submit the form to confirm your discounted seat.

Form guideline

The NYSC form requests your personal details, NYSC state code and call-up number, proof of NYSC status, payment confirmation, and proof-of-payment upload. Please have your NYSC call-up letter, ID card and your payment receipt ready before you begin.

Upload of Proof of Payment, NYSC call-up letter and ID card is required.

NYSC Registration & Payment

2026 Training Schedule

Regular courses — monthly calendar

HSE Levels 1–4 dates for January–December 2026. Level 5 is scheduled by enquiry.

MonthLevel 13 days · ₦65,500Level 25 days · ₦95,500Level 36 days · ₦120,500Level 42 weeks · ₦150,000
January 202628 – 30 Jan———
February 2026—9 – 12 Feb16 – 20 FebStarts 17 Feb
March 202616 – 18 Mar9 – 12 Mar23 – 27 Mar—
April 2026—13 – 16 Apr20 – 24 AprStarts 5 Apr
May 20266 – 8 May11 – 14 May18 – 22 May—
June 2026—8 – 12 Jun15 – 20 Jun—
July 2026—13 – 16 Jul20 – 24 Jul—
August 20265 – 7 Aug10 – 13 Aug17 – 21 AugStarts 2 Aug
September 20269 -11 Sep14 – 17 Sep21 – 25 Sep—
October 2026-5 – 9 Oct19 – 24 OctStarts 4 Oct
November 2026—9 – 12 Nov16 – 20 Nov—
December 2026—1 – 5 Dec7 – 12 Dec—
  • * Prices & dates are subject to change.
  • * HSE Levels 1–3 offer a choice of mode of participation: participate physically in-person at the Training Centre or join livestreamed sessions virtually.
  • * Certification Examinations for HSE Levels 1–3 are computer-based and held in-person at the Training Centre; participants are required to bring a functional laptop.
  • * HSE Level 4 includes weekends/weekdays, field tours, syndicate sessions, projects, etc.

Browse programmes

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Type
Level
Month
HSE Levels
₦65,500

HSE Level 1 — Introductory HSE

Introductory HSE certification for diploma and secondary-certificate holders entering occupational safety roles. Participants choose their mode of participation: participate physically in-person at the Training Centre or join livestreamed sessions virtually. The computer-based Certification Examination is held in-person at the Training Centre, and participants are required to bring a functional laptop.

Entry requirements

Specifically for holders of Ordinary National Diploma (OND) or its equivalent; National Certificate in Education (NCE), National Technical Certificate (NTC), Secondary School Certificate (SSCE), and ability to read and write.

Curriculum highlights

HSE fundamentals & workplace hazardsBasic risk awarenessPersonal protective equipmentEmergency response basicsComputer-based certification examination

Mode of participation: In-person at the Training Centre or livestreamed virtually

3 days

OND, NCE, NABTEB, NTC, SSCE holders and ability to read & write

Classes run for 2 days. The third day is for examination.

Certification examination: Certification Examination is computer-based and held in-person at the Training Centre. Participants are required to bring a functional laptop.

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HSE Levels
₦95,500

HSE Level 2 — HSE Appreciation

HSE Appreciation — the graduate entry pathway into ISPON certification. Participants choose their mode of participation: participate physically in-person at the Training Centre or join livestreamed sessions virtually. The computer-based Certification Examination is held in-person at the Training Centre, and participants are required to bring a functional laptop.

Entry requirements

Entry level for ALL holders of University Degree or Higher National Diploma (HND) and higher degrees.

Curriculum highlights

HSE legislation & professional practiceHazard identification & risk assessmentPermit-to-work & toolbox talksIncident reporting basicsComputer-based certification examination

Mode of participation: In-person at the Training Centre or livestreamed virtually

5 days

University Degree, HND and higher degree holders (entry level for graduates)

Classes run for 4 days. The fifth day is for examination. There is a lecture-free day before the exam.

Certification examination: Certification Examination is computer-based and held in-person at the Training Centre. Participants are required to bring a functional laptop.

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HSE Levels
₦120,500

HSE Level 3 — Supervisory HSE

Supervisory HSE for team leads and safety supervisors. Participants choose their mode of participation: participate physically in-person at the Training Centre or join livestreamed sessions virtually. The computer-based Certification Examination is held in-person at the Training Centre, and participants are required to bring a functional laptop.

Entry requirements

HSE Level 2 is a pre-requisite. For holders of university degree or Higher National Diploma (HND) and higher degrees.

Curriculum highlights

Supervisory safety leadershipOperational risk controlIncident investigation at team levelContractor & site supervisionComputer-based certification examination

Mode of participation: In-person at the Training Centre or livestreamed virtually

6 days

University Degree / HND holders who have completed HSE Level 2

Classes run for 5 days. The sixth day is for examination. There is a lecture-free day before the exam.

Certification examination: Certification Examination is computer-based and held in-person at the Training Centre. Participants are required to bring a functional laptop.

Prerequisite: HSE Level 2

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HSE Levels
₦150,000

HSE Level 4 — Management HSE

Management HSE for professionals stepping into safety management. Combines classroom learning with field tours, syndicate sessions, seminars and applied projects.

Entry requirements

Requires HSE Level 3 and/or its equivalent as determined by the Institute from time to time.

Curriculum highlights

Safety management systemsField tours & site applicationSyndicate sessions & group projectsSeminars & case studiesManagement-level examination

Mode of participation: Physical classroom with field tours & projects

2 weeks

HSE managers and professionals who have completed Level 3

Classes, projects, seminars and tours run for nine (9) days. The tenth day is for examination. Includes weekends/weekdays, field tours, syndicate sessions and projects.

Prerequisite: HSE Level 3

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HSE Levels
₦300,000

HSE Level 5 — Executive HSE

Executive HSE for senior practitioners and leaders. An intensive three-week programme of classes, projects, syndicate sessions and tours culminating in examination.

Entry requirements

HSE Level 4 and acceptable experience in safety management and/or its equivalent as determined by the Institute from time to time.

Curriculum highlights

Executive safety leadershipStrategic HSE governanceAdvanced projects & syndicatesIndustry tours & benchmarkingExecutive examination

Mode of participation: Physical classroom with projects, syndicates & tours

3 weeks

By enquiry — contact the secretariat

Senior leaders with Level 4 and safety management experience

Classes, projects, syndicate sessions and tours run for fourteen (14) days. The fifteenth day is for examination.

Prerequisite: HSE Level 4 + safety management experience

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Specialised courses

Short courses — call to schedule

Dates arranged on request. Contact the secretariat to book a cohort.

CourseDurationCost*Date
Depot Operations2 days₦120,000Please call
Accident Investigation2 days₦125,000Please call
Environmental Mgt.2 days₦120,000Please call
Riggers Safety2 days₦150,000Please call
Food Safety2 days₦120,000Please call
Defensive Driving2 days₦125,000Please call
First Aid / CPR2 days₦120,000Please call
Fire Safety2 days₦120,000Please call
Human Factor Principles2 days₦100,000Please call
Workplace Health Risk Mgt.2 days₦120,000Please call
Work at Height2 days₦120,000Please call
Asbestos Safety2 days₦120,000Please call
Confined Space2 days₦120,000Please call
SMS5 days₦140,000Please call
SeMS5 days₦140,000Please call
Stress Management2 days₦100,000Please call
Chemical Safety2 days₦100,000Please call
Lifeguard Training10 days₦250,000Please call
High Rise Building Safety2 days₦150,000Please call

* Prices subject to change. …and many more courses available on request.

Training centre

ISPON Hall

ISPON Hall, Nigerian Educational Research and Development Council (NERDC), NERDC Road, Off Ashabi Cole, Alausa, Ikeja-Lagos

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