ISEP Environmental Sustainability Skills for the Workforce
The ISEP Environmental Sustainability Skills for the Workforce training course is the perfect introduction to sustainability for non-environmental specialists.
The aim of this one-day course is to provide an overview of environmental sustainability, equipping attendees with the knowledge and skills to make positive changes towards meeting the needs of stakeholders while improving their environmental performance.
Through a series of practical activities and workshops, this ISEP certified training course explores environmental risks and opportunities, compliance obligations and key sustainability issues.
ISEP, formerly known as IEMA, rebranded. Learn more about the rebrand and how it affects you here.
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ISEP Environmental Sustainability Skills for the Workforce Explained
ISEP, formerly known as IEMA, is the professional body for everyone working in environment and sustainability. This course will enable you to make a positive difference to your organizations environmental performance.
This course is designed to be is a short awareness programme to give all workers a basic understanding of sustainability principles. The outcomes of the course range from working to ISO:14001 standards through to improvement of sustainability across your supply chain.
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Module 1
Risks and opportunities from environmental sustainability
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Module 2
Laws and other compliance obligations
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Module 3
Key environmental sustainability issues
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Module 4
Improving environmental sustainability performance
Assessments
- Online multiple choice test
Course Length
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Online: approx 10 hours (3 months access provided)
On-site: 1 day
The ISEP Environmental Sustainability Skills for the workforce course, does not have any particular entry requirements, however coming into the training with relevant research would help cement understanding.
Module 1
Risks and opportunities from environmental sustainability
1.1 Define environmental sustainability1.2 Identify the causes of key environmental issues
1.3 Identify how organisations impact the environment
1.4 Identify how the environment impacts organisations
1.5 Identify the benefits of good environmental performance
Module 2
Laws and other compliance obligations
2.1 identify environmental regulators2.2 Define enforcement methods
2.3 Identify key statutory compliance requirements
2.4 Identify the key elements of international environmental agreements
Module 3
Key environmental sustainability issues
3.1 Define pollution3.2 Identify key terms used in relation to pollution
3.3 Describe ways to prevent pollution in organisations
3.4 Describe potential consequences if organisations cause pollution of the environment
3.5 State the purpose of environmental legislation
3.6 Identify the core principles and benefits of environmental management systems
Module 4
Improving environmental sustainability performance
4.1 Identify the practical actions employees can undertake to support environmental sustainability4.2 Describe the environmental management structure within organisations
You will undertake a short online multiple-choice test.
Upon successful completion, delegates will be issued with an ISEP Environmental Sustainability Skills for the Workforce certificate.
Upon successful completion, delegates will be issued with an ISEP Environmental Sustainability Skills for the Workforce certificate.
The ISEP Environmental Sustainability Skills for the Workforce course is designed for employees at all levels who are looking to develop their sustainability skills and build a stronger understanding of environmental responsibility in the workplace. It is particularly well-suited to organisations seeking structured sustainability training for employees across departments, regardless of their prior knowledge or experience.
Whether you are an employee on the front line or a professional looking to formalise your environmental skills training, this course provides the essential environmental sustainability knowledge needed to make a positive contribution to your organisation's sustainability goals.
Whether you are an employee on the front line or a professional looking to formalise your environmental skills training, this course provides the essential environmental sustainability knowledge needed to make a positive contribution to your organisation's sustainability goals.
The ISEP Environmental Sustainability Skills for the Workforce course is a foundational environmental sustainability training course designed for all levels of learners, making it an ideal starting point for employees across any sector or role. If you're looking for something more advanced, you might be interested in:
• ISEP Sustainability Skills for Managers — dedicated environmental skills for managers training course that provides awareness-level sustainability training for frontline Managers, Supervisors and Team Leaders.
• ISEP Foundation Certificate — a globally recognised environmental sustainability course for those with environmental responsibilities, including HSE Managers.
• ISEP Sustainability Skills for Managers — dedicated environmental skills for managers training course that provides awareness-level sustainability training for frontline Managers, Supervisors and Team Leaders.
• ISEP Foundation Certificate — a globally recognised environmental sustainability course for those with environmental responsibilities, including HSE Managers.
IEMA rebranded to ISEP, the Institute of Sustainability and Environmental Professionals. The purpose of the rebrand is to better reflect ISEP's broader focus across the sustainability sector.
Post-nominals will shift to AISEP, PISEP and MISEP, while course titles will be updated to match the new brand, with no changes to content.
Certificates issued after 8 January 2025 will carry the ISEP branding and earlier certificates remain valid. We'll continue to share updates as they're confirmed. For the latest updates, you can read more here.
Post-nominals will shift to AISEP, PISEP and MISEP, while course titles will be updated to match the new brand, with no changes to content.
Certificates issued after 8 January 2025 will carry the ISEP branding and earlier certificates remain valid. We'll continue to share updates as they're confirmed. For the latest updates, you can read more here.
The ISEP Environmental Sustainability Skills for the Workforce course provides comprehensive environmental sustainability training across a range of essential topics, equipping employees with the knowledge they need to work sustainably.
The course covers core environmental skills for workers, including understanding environmental legislation and compliance, reducing carbon footprints, managing waste and resources efficiently, and embedding sustainable practices into day-to-day business operations.
The course covers core environmental skills for workers, including understanding environmental legislation and compliance, reducing carbon footprints, managing waste and resources efficiently, and embedding sustainable practices into day-to-day business operations.
Studying the ISEP Environmental Sustainability Skills for the Workforce course delivers measurable benefits for both employees and employers. As a practical and accessible sustainability training course, it builds the environmental skills that workers need to contribute to corporate sustainability goals, reduce operational waste, and meet growing regulatory requirements.
Sustainability training for employees at this level also enhances professional credibility, supports career development, and demonstrates an organisation's commitment to the environment.
Sustainability training for employees at this level also enhances professional credibility, supports career development, and demonstrates an organisation's commitment to the environment.
The ISEP Environmental Sustainability Skills for the Workforce course is assessed via a short online multiple-choice test. An ISEP digital certificate is issued upon successful completion.
For more information, visit our exam hub.
For more information, visit our exam hub.
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ISEP Sustainability Skills for Your Workforce
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By applying the knowledge and skills gained from the ISEP Environmental Sustainability Skills for the Workforce course, you will be able to contribute to maintaining a sustainable workplace.
Our training has been tried and tested by 100,000 health and safety professionals. We offer a range of learning options, including virtual classroom, online and on-site classroom courses delivered at premises of your choice on a day of your choice.
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