Free Level 3 Sustainability Course in Haywards Heath. Classes run at Haywards Heath College, part-time during the day, over one year. The course covers two core units, starting with the fundamentals of sustainability and building toward applied knowledge across environmental, social, and economic themes. Its syllabus has been shaped with input from universities including the University of York and the University of Surrey, and is endorsed by organisations such as the WWF and Siemens. You'll need five GCSEs at grade 4 or above, including English and Maths, to enrol.
Who this course is for
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Entry requirements
Minimum Entry Requirements are 5 GCSEs at grade 4 or above including English and Maths
What you will learn
You'll explore the core principles of sustainability, including environmental, social, and economic dimensions.
You'll examine how organisations across different industries approach sustainable practice.
You'll analyse real-world frameworks used by businesses and charities to reduce environmental impact.
You'll develop your understanding of circular economy principles and resource management.
You'll study how global challenges such as climate change shape policy and business decisions.
You'll build skills in evaluating sustainability strategies and communicating findings clearly.
How you will learn
The course is structured around two core units. The first unit, Fundamentals of Sustainability, is assessed through written work completed in class and independently. Teaching takes place in the classroom at Haywards Heath College, with tutor-led sessions and guided study. Assessment is unit-based, so you build and demonstrate your knowledge progressively across the year rather than sitting a single end-of-year exam.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Haywards Heath College will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Sustainability coordinator, supporting environmental programmes within an organisation
Corporate social responsibility (CSR) assistant, helping businesses meet sustainability targets
Environmental administrator, managing data and reporting on environmental performance
Sustainability communications officer, producing content on green initiatives
