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Level 2 Environmental Sustainability Course Online – Nottingham College

CostFree if you're eligible
Duration16 weeks
LevelLevel 2
DeliveryOnline
StartFlexible
Awarding bodyTraining Qualifications UK awarding body

Free or reduced fees may be available, depending on your circumstances. Contact Nottingham College for more info.

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About this course

Level 2 Environmental Sustainability Course. Study online at your own pace, so you can fit learning around work and other commitments. The course typically takes 16 weeks. Funding may be available for some learners, and fees may apply for others. You'll build a solid understanding of sustainable development, carbon footprints, resource efficiency, and how organisations can reduce their environmental impact. Six units cover the core content, with an optional seventh unit available. You'll complete an initial assessment before you start, so the course can be planned around your current level.

Who this course is for

This course is aimed at anyone seeking to improve their understanding and awareness of environmental sustainability.

Entry requirements

There are no formal entry requirements but you must be aged 19+.

Please note: All students will need to complete an Initial Assessment before being enrolled onto the course.

What you will learn

  • You'll explore the principles of sustainable development and what they mean in practice.
  • You'll learn how carbon footprints are calculated and how to manage and reduce them.
  • You'll understand what resource efficiency means and why it matters for organisations.
  • You'll study the concept of circular sustainability and how it applies to businesses.
  • You'll examine how organisations can prevent pollution and meet environmental responsibilities.
  • You'll learn what makes a community sustainable at a local and global level.
  • You'll understand how management structures and employees can support environmental sustainability.

How you will learn

You'll study entirely online, working through six units at your own pace. Assessment is based on written assignments completed for each unit. You'll submit your work online, and a tutor will mark and give feedback on each piece. An initial assessment takes place before enrolment to confirm the course is the right level for you.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. Nottingham College will confirm anything else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Sustainability coordinator, supporting environmental programmes in an organisation
  • Environmental administrator, handling compliance and reporting tasks
  • Corporate social responsibility assistant, tracking sustainability targets
  • Facilities assistant, helping manage energy and waste in buildings
  • Supply chain assistant, supporting greener procurement processes
  • Community engagement officer, promoting sustainability in local projects

What you could study next

  • Level 3 Certificate or Diploma in Environmental Sustainability, for a deeper understanding of environmental management.
  • IOSH Managing Safely, if you want to combine sustainability knowledge with health and safety in the workplace.
  • Level 3 Award in Energy Management, useful for roles focused on reducing energy use in organisations.
  • A relevant Level 3 Access to Higher Education Diploma, if you're considering a degree in environmental science or sustainability.
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