Free Level 2 Environmental Sustainability Course in Yeovil. Classes run at Yeovil College, part-time during the day. The course runs for around 101 hours, so you can fit study around other commitments. You'll explore the principles of sustainable development, energy management, and the social responsibilities businesses have toward the environment. Topics include how communities can take practical steps to reduce their environmental impact and protect natural resources. This free environmental sustainability course for adults covers the knowledge employers increasingly look for across a wide range of sectors.
Who this course is for
Since 1990, the world has lost 178 million hectares of forest. As an estimated 45% of carbon on land is stored in trees and soil, this loss has a serious effect on the Earth’s atmosphere. 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. Learners will also look at the principles of waste management and sustainable transport and applying sustainability in their own setting through zero waste.This course is part of Yeovil College’s new range of fully-online programmes - thoughtfully designed to allow maximum flexibility around work, family, or other life commitments. You’ll access all your resources through our dedicated online platform, and throughout your course, you’ll receive guidance and encouragement from a dedicated Yeovil College Assessor, who will mark your work and provide constructive feedback to help you progress confidently. You can apply to start this course at any time, but should be aware that once you’ve completed the admissions process and enrolled, you will have a fixed number of weeks to complete your programme. If online learning isn’t your thing, don’t worry - we still have a wide range of on-site courses available for adults which you can explore through the ‘Our Courses’ search tool on our website.
Entry requirements
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What you will learn
You'll understand the core principles of sustainable development and why they matter.
You'll explore how energy is managed and used more efficiently in homes, communities, and businesses.
You'll learn how deforestation and land use affect the Earth's carbon cycle and atmosphere.
You'll examine the social responsibilities businesses have toward environmental sustainability.
You'll study how communities can take practical steps to reduce their environmental impact.
You'll develop knowledge of current environmental challenges and how policy and practice respond to them.
How you will learn
You'll attend classroom-based sessions at Yeovil College. Learning is delivered through taught sessions, group discussion, and guided study. Assessment is through written assignments and knowledge-based tasks that you complete during the course. There are no exams. You'll have an initial assessment before you start so the centre can confirm this is the right level for you.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Yeovil College will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Sustainability coordinator, supporting environmental goals within an organisation
Environmental administrator, handling compliance and reporting tasks
Corporate social responsibility (CSR) assistant, helping businesses meet sustainability targets
Facilities assistant, applying energy and waste management knowledge on site
Community engagement officer, promoting sustainable practices locally
Environmental charity worker, supporting campaigns and education programmes
What you could study next
Level 3 Certificate or Diploma in Environmental Sustainability, for a deeper study of environmental policy and practice.
Level 3 Award in Energy Management, useful if you want to focus on energy efficiency in buildings or organisations.
Level 3 qualification in Business Administration or Management, if you want to apply sustainability knowledge in a business setting.
These qualifications build on what you learn here and open doors to more specialist or senior roles.
