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About this qualification
This qualification is designed for learners wishing to gain knowledge, skills and understanding to support sustainability in the workplace.
Who is it suitable for?
This qualification is designed for learners wishing to develop sector awareness. It will provide them with skills and knowledge related to sustainability practices with a view to seek employment or further study.
What are the entry requirements?
Entry is at the discretion of the centre. However, learners should be aged 16 or above to undertake this qualification.
There are no specific prior skills/knowledge a learner must have for this qualification. However, learners may find it helpful if they have already achieved a level 2 qualification.
How is this qualification structured?
This qualification consists of 7 mandatory units and 4 optional units (2 optional units must be completed).
How is it assessed?
This qualification is internally assessed and externally quality assured.
Do you need to be working to take this qualification?
Learners do not need to be in employment to take this qualification.
What related qualifications can you progress to?
•environmental science
•environmental sustainability
•HNC/HND in applied science (environmental science)
•Higher Apprenticeship: Technician Scientist
•Degree Apprenticeship: Environmental Practitioner
•BSc Global environmental change and sustainability
•BSc Environmental science
Funding for our qualifications
Find out more about funding for this and other qualifications on our funding page.
Which type of job roles can you apply for on completion?
•environmental coordinator
•sustainability coordinator
•environmental assistant
•sustainability assistant