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Certificate in Understanding Environmental Sustainability (online) Level 2

  • Campus

    Online eLearning

  • Duration

    14 weeks (Flexible)

Are you an individual or employer looking to make your business more sustainable?

In a global study, researchers analysed over 100,000 studies on weather events, finding that 80% of the world's land mass has been impacted by climate change, influencing most of the world's 7.7 billion people. It is more important than ever that everyone has a greater understanding of how they can take sustainable steps to protect the planet.

This course will provide an overview of the principles of sustainable development, communities and energy management, and the social responsibility of businesses in relation to sustainability.

You will also look at waste management principles and sustainable transport and apply sustainability in your own setting through zero waste. This course is split into six manageable units.

Course Content:

  • Unit 1: Principles of sustainable development

  • Unit 2: Principles of Sustainable Communities

  • Unit 3: Principles of sustainable energy management

  • Unit 4: Social responsibility of businesses in relation to sustainability

  • Unit 5: Principles of waste management

  • Unit 6: Principles of sustainable transport

 

Our courses are accredited by leading awarding bodies. We ensure you receive the most up-to-date knowledge that can be applied in the real world and help you secure your dream job or promotion.

The Benefits of Studying Online With Lincoln College

  • Study anywhere, in your own time

  • Cutting edge e-learning

  • Gain an accredited qualification

  • Perfect for upskilling

  • High level of support from tutors

  • Advance your career  

Typical Modules Include

This course is split into six manageable units:Unit 1: Principles of sustainable developmentUnit 2: Principles of sustainable communitiesUnit 3: Principles of sustainable energy managementUnit 4: Social responsibility of businesses in relation to sustainabilityUnit 5: Principles of waste managementUnit 6: Principles of sustainable transport

Entry requirements

There are no formal entry requirements. This course is funded through the College’s Adult Education Budget. You must be 19 or older on the first day and duration of the course and not live in a devolved area.

Study Details

Online Course

Assessment & Progression

Continued on line assessment throughout the course. You will be expected to complete and submit units on a regular basis.

Course Fees

£0.00


These courses are currently being subsidised by the college and are, therefore, free of charge at present UNLESS you fail to complete them, in this case you will be liable to pay a withdrawal fee to cover the cost of materials. We accept that sometimes there are exceptional circumstances where it simply isn’t possible for you to complete your course. We will work with you to find an appropriate solution to avoid withdrawal wherever possible.

 

Terms & Conditions

These courses are currently being subsidised by the college and are, therefore, free of charge at present UNLESS you fail to complete them, in this case you will be liable to pay a withdrawal fee to cover the cost of materials. We accept that sometimes there are exceptional circumstances where it simply isn’t possible for you to complete your course. We will work with you to find an appropriate solution to avoid withdrawal wherever possible.

 

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