Practical Vs Theory
Course overview
This qualification is designed to provide learners with an introduction to the principles of climate change and environmental awareness. Sustainability is quickly becoming a high priority for many businesses.
Making moves towards becoming a ‘greener’ organisation can also provide cost saving initiatives, such as reducing waste or saving energy. This qualification covers the nature of climate change and the role that individuals, businesses and other organisations play in helping to reduce carbon emissions.
This course gives the knowledge and understanding for individuals to act as drivers of positive change within the workplace and at home.
Entry Requirements
You need to be aged 19 or over at the start of the current academic year to be able to enrol on one of our Distance Learning courses.
You will also need to be working at or above Level 1 in English.
We will assess your level of English before we enrol you onto the course and can signpost you to our Functional Skills English courses to upskill if necessary.
Fees, Finance & Funding
Potential Future Career
On successful completion of this qualification, you could progress to:
- Level 3 Award in Business Management for the Environment and Land-based Sector
- Level 3 Certificate in Principles of Sustainable Resource Management
Course Content
To be awarded the Level 2 Certificate in Understanding Climate Change and Environmental Awareness, learners are required to successfully complete 3 units:
- Unit 01 Understand climate change, sustainability and environmental protection
- Unit 02 Understand industry and the environment
- Unit 03 Understand resource efficiency and waste management












































































































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