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NCSO® / NHSA™ Designation

Maintenance and Recertification FAQs

NCSO & NHSA Designations

  • 1.How do I maintain my NCSO®/NHSA™ designation?

    To maintain certification, NCSO®/NHSA™ are required to complete 6 hours of professional development within a 3-year certification period. Acceptable activities include health and safety conferences (such as the BCCSA Health and Safety Conference or Western Conference on Safety) or safety courses that fall outside the standard NCSO®/NHSA™ course requirements. Examples of acceptable courses include those offered by organizations like CCOHS or HSPC.

    If the event you are inquiring about meets these criteria, it will count towards your professional development hours. If you are unsure or need further clarification, please email ncso@bccsa.ca

  • 2.What is the cost for recertification?

    The recertification application fee is $75 + GST. Late submissions may incur additional fees.

Need Help? Have a NCSO® / NHSA™ Question?

We have staff who can help make your NCSO® / NHSA experience as straightforward as possible!

  • BCCSA NCSO® / NHSA Program
  • Phone: (604) 636-3675
  • Toll Free: 1 (877) 860-3675
  • E-mail: ncso@bccsa.ca

  • Mon – Fri:  8:00am – 4:00pm
  • Weekends & Holidays:  Closed

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