Safety Education for Everyone
SafeStart Academy was founded on a simple belief: that a career in health and safety should be open to anyone with the drive to pursue it — regardless of their background, finances, or starting point.
Global
Reach
Accredited
Qualifications
Flexible
Online Learning
Dedicated
Mentorship
Born from a Passion for Safer Workplaces
SafeStart Academy was built on the belief that a career in health and safety should be within reach for everyone. Too many talented, motivated people are locked out of the profession simply because of the cost — NEBOSH and IOSH qualifications can run into hundreds of pounds, putting them out of reach for veterans transitioning to civilian life, parents returning to work, young people just starting out, and career changers ready for something more meaningful.
We built a platform that combines accredited online learning with a transparent scholarship programme. Donors can see exactly who they're supporting, track funding progress, and send personal messages of encouragement. Candidates get not just financial support, but dedicated mentorship from practising safety professionals.
SafeStart Academy continues to grow — helping graduates across the world earn globally recognised qualifications and build careers that make workplaces safer for everyone.
Accredited NEBOSH, IOSH, ISO & ISEP courses
Scholarship programme with direct donor-to-candidate giving
One-to-one mentorship from practising safety professionals
Globally recognised qualifications accepted worldwide
Fully online — study at your own pace, anywhere in the world
High first-attempt pass rates across all programmes
Our Core Values
Safety First
We believe every worker deserves a safe environment. Our courses are built around real-world safety outcomes, not just exam passes.
Inclusive Access
Through our scholarship program we remove financial barriers for veterans, career changers, parents returning to work, and young learners.
Global Standards
NEBOSH, IOSH, ISO and ISEP qualifications are recognised worldwide — giving our graduates careers without borders.
Practical Learning
Every module is designed by practising safety professionals, blending theory with the real scenarios you will face on the job.
Community Giving
Donors fund scholarship candidates directly. We publish every candidate's story and funding progress so giving is transparent and personal.
Career Outcomes
We measure success by employment, not enrolment. Our mentors stay with graduates until they land their first safety role.
Our Training Providers
We partner with the world's leading awarding bodies and training providers, so every qualification you earn carries genuine weight with employers across the globe.
NEBOSH
National Examination Board in Occupational Safety and Health
IOSH
Institution of Occupational Safety and Health
BSI
British Standards Institution — ISO 45001 & Management Systems
Highfield
Highfield Qualifications — Regulated Health & Safety Awards
Qualsafe
Qualsafe Awards — Ofqual Regulated Safety Qualifications
RSPH
Royal Society for Public Health — Health & Wellbeing Qualifications
Meet the Team
Ivans Lisenko
Founder & Director
With over 15 years in occupational health and safety, Ivans founded SafeStart Academy to make world-class safety education accessible to everyone, regardless of background or finances.
Sarah Reynolds
Head of Learning
NEBOSH Diploma holder and former HSE inspector. Sarah designs our curriculum to reflect the real challenges safety professionals face in construction, manufacturing and logistics.
Contact Us
Have a question about courses, scholarships, or donations? We'd love to hear from you.
Ready to Start Your Safety Career?
Browse our accredited courses or apply for a scholarship today. Your career in health and safety starts here.