This on-line course provides learners with an interactive and engaging learning environment but with the benefit of being completed at your own pace. The learning is supported by a library of useful additional materials and entertaining way to learn such as interactive activities.
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This course is a great way of increasing you or your company's environmental credentials, and since it is all hosted online, you can complete the course from anywhere with an internet connection!
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Candidates who complete all 8 modules and activities and pass a short multiple choice test at the end of each module, will achieve a nationally recognised environmental qualification.
IEMA CPD
This course is approved by the Institute of Environmental Management and Assessment (IEMA) as a recognised Continual Personal Development (CPD) course. IEMA stated that is was ideal for raising environmental awareness for any non-specialist individual*. This course was praised by IEMA for its’ attractive presentation, straight forward language, coverage of environmental science, external links and on-screen activities.
*Please note it is not considered CPD for anyone who holds a high level environmental qualification (e.g. degree or has passed an IEMA approved foundation course).
Course Content
There are 8 modules covered during the course:
Environmental Issues
The primary local and global environmental issues. Causes and consequences of the most pressing environmental issues we are faced with today.
Pollution
The main causes of air, water and land pollution. The impact of pollution on humans, animals, plants and property. How to identify pollution risks and best practice for pollution prevention.
Business and the Environment
Exploring the links between the activities, products and services of the organisation and a range of environmental issues.
Environmental Management
The typical benefits to businesses that implement environmental good practice and an introduction to recognised environmental management systems (ISO14001, BS8555, EMAS)
Environmental Law
The principles and importance of environmental law and how to ensure compliance with legislation.
Energy and Water
The procedure for conducting a simple review of energy and water consumption and simple measures for reducing consumption at work and at home.
Waste Management
The procedure for conducting a simple waste audit. An introduction to waste minimisation using the "reduce-re-use-recycle" hierarchy and the benefits of waste minimisation to the environment and the organisation.
Transport
The role of the motor vehicle in operating a business and the potential to minimise its environmental impact.
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We are currently offering the IEMA Approved CPD Environmental Awareness Award for Business and Industry (NCFE Level 2) at less than 50% its normal price! Sign up now to take advantage of this limited time offer! (offer extended to 26th Feb 2010 due to popular demand)
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Contact the Academy Team on +44 (0)191 493 4848
or e-mail info@environmental-academy.co.uk for further information on this course.