Level 1 Environmental Sustainability in Bath – Bath College City Centre Campus – Daytime – Part-time

Name: Level 1 Environmental Sustainability in Bath – Bath College City Centre Campus – Daytime – Part-time
Availability: InStock

CostFREE

Duration1 hour

LevelLevel 1

DeliveryClassroom based

Start9 Mar 2027

Study modePart-time

AttendanceDaytime

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About this course

Level 1 Environmental Sustainability in Bath. Classes run at Bath College City Centre Campus, part-time during the day over two weeks. Funding may be available for some learners, so contact the college to find out what you'd pay.

The course covers the basics of environmental sustainability. You'll explore topics such as climate change, energy use, waste reduction, and how businesses and individuals can reduce their environmental impact. It's a short environmental sustainability qualification that fits around other commitments.

You'll finish with an Ascentis Award in Environmental Sustainability.

Who this course is for

Do you want a clear pathway into construction? Construction skills are in high demand, and this course gives you a recognised qualification to take the first step. You'll build confidence, gain practical skills for professional construction work, and develop employability skills to help you get your first job. And this course is FREE, so you can get site-ready at no cost. Please see the funding information below for more details. Why should you take this course? If you want a clear pathway to construction work, with hands-on experience in a supportive environment, this course is ideal for beginners. - Attend a real interview with a local employer, giving you a chance of employment. - Practice mock interviews and improve your CV to prepare for job applications. - Gain practical experience for professional construction work. - Build confidence with industry-standard tools. - Get a qualification and a Green CSCS card to show you're ready to work on-site.

Entry requirements

You don't need any construction experience or qualifications to start, so this is the perfect first step for your career. To qualify, you must be unemployed or earning less than £25,000 per year.

What you will learn

You'll explore the causes and effects of climate change.
You'll learn how energy use affects the environment.
You'll understand how to reduce waste and manage resources responsibly.
You'll look at how organisations can work in more sustainable ways.
You'll consider the role individuals play in protecting the environment.
You'll develop awareness of key environmental issues facing communities today.

How you will learn

You'll learn through classroom sessions at Bath College City Centre Campus. Learning is delivered face to face, with tutor-led discussion and activities. Assessment is likely to involve short written tasks or a portfolio of evidence completed during the course.

What you will need to bring

Bath College City Centre Campus will confirm what you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

Sustainability assistant, supports green initiatives in an office or organisation.
Recycling or waste operative, works on waste reduction programmes.
Environmental administrator, handles records and reporting for sustainability teams.
Community engagement worker, promotes environmental awareness locally.

Most roles in environmental sustainability require further study beyond Level 1. This course is a strong first step toward higher-level qualifications and more specialist roles.

What you could study next

Level 2 Award or Certificate in Environmental Sustainability, builds directly on this course and opens more job opportunities.
Level 2 Certificate in Principles of Business Administration, useful if you want to work in a sustainability support role.
Level 3 qualifications in Environmental Management or Sustainability, for those aiming at more specialist or technical roles after gaining Level 2 first.

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