Our course

UNITAR’s widely recognised course on the GHS has been running for 10 years, with expert tutors, and the successful provision of technical information. The course is aimed at government officers and regulators, competent authorities, private sector workers, civil society organisations, academics and others with an interest in the GHS.

The course is available in English, Spanish and French.

Duration and format

The course takes place over 11 weeks, with an online format that is flexible and adapted to professionals in full-time work. It is perfect for individuals or groups (group discounts available), and networking. Learning from peers and asking others (including tutors) is encouraged to maximise learning. It is run twice a year, starting in February/March and September/October each year.

Certificate and cost

A UNITAR certificate is provided upon successful completion of the course. The course cost is USD 1,000 per person.

Email ghs@unitar.org for information on discounted prices for groups.

Further information and registration

For more information and to register, please use the following links:

• English Course: Classifying and Labelling Chemicals According to the UN GHS (16 February - 1 May 2026)
• Spanish Course: Clasificación y etiquetado de productos químicos según el SGA de la ONU (23 de febrero - 8 de mayo 2026)
• French Course: Classifier et étiqueter les produits chimiques conformément au SGH de l’ONU (2 mars - 15 mai 2026)

You may also register by visiting event.unitar.org/event-pillars/planet

For more information, please contact ghs@unitar.org