Free Level 2 Environmental Sustainability Course. Study online at your own pace, fitting learning around your work and home life. The course typically takes 12 weeks to complete. You'll cover the principles of sustainable development, energy management, and the social responsibility of businesses. You'll also explore waste management and sustainable transport. All study materials are provided online. This free environmental sustainability course is open to adults aged 19 or over.
Who this course is for
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. Learners will also look at the principles of waste management and sustainable transport in their own setting through zero Waste.
Entry requirements
Learners should be aged 19 and over, but otherwise there are no entry requirements.??
What you will learn
You'll explore the principles of sustainable development and what they mean in practice.
You'll examine how communities can adopt more sustainable approaches.
You'll study energy management and how organisations can reduce their energy use.
You'll look at the social responsibility of businesses in relation to sustainability.
You'll investigate the principles of waste management, including zero waste approaches.
You'll consider sustainable transport options and how they apply in your own setting.
How you will learn
You study entirely online, working through materials provided on the online platform at a time that suits you. Assessment is based on the units covered in the qualification. You'll complete written tasks and activities to demonstrate your understanding of sustainability topics. No classroom attendance is required.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Hereward College Coventry will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Sustainability coordinator, supporting green initiatives in an organisation
Environmental administrator, handling sustainability reporting and compliance
Facilities assistant, helping manage energy and waste in a building
Corporate social responsibility (CSR) assistant, supporting business sustainability programmes
Waste management operative, working in recycling or resource management
Community energy officer, promoting sustainable energy in local communities
What you could study next
Level 3 Certificate or Diploma in Environmental Sustainability, for a deeper level 2 environmental sustainability qualification foundation and more specialist knowledge.
Level 3 Award in Energy Management, building on energy topics covered in this course.
Level 3 NEBOSH Environmental Certificate, for those moving into health, safety, and environmental roles in the workplace.
