NEBOSH Environmental Certificate

About This Course

The NEBOSH Environmental Management Certificate is designed for individuals seeking to develop their expertise in environmental management and make a meaningful contribution to sustainability. This course is ideal for those who wish to understand the principles of environmental management, whether they are starting out or looking to formalise their knowledge in this important field.

With comprehensive coverage of environmental management systems, the assessment of environmental aspects and associated impacts, and practical application, this qualification equips learners with the skills needed to address environmental challenges in a professional context. Learners will benefit from up to twelve months of Open Study College course access and tutor support, allowing them to study flexibly and at their own pace.

Completion of this qualification may support an application for TechCIWEM, subject to CIWEM’s current membership requirements. IEMA is now known as ISEP; learners should check directly with ISEP to determine the appropriate membership grade and current eligibility requirements.

Course Benefits

• Gain an industry-recognised NEBOSH Environmental Management Certificate to enhance your professional profile.
• Study flexibly through distance learning with up to twelve months of Open Study College course access and tutor support.
• Develop practical skills in environmental management and the assessment of environmental aspects and associated impacts.
• Gain knowledge that may support applications for professional membership with relevant bodies, subject to their current eligibility requirements.
• No formal qualification entry requirements; NEBOSH recommends English language ability equivalent to IELTS 6.0 or higher.

Course Content

Qualification Title: NEBOSH Environmental Management Certificate

Unit EMC1: Environmental management

Element 1: Foundations in environmental management
Element 2: Environmental management systems
Element 3: Assessing environmental aspects and impacts
Element 4: Planning for and dealing with environmental emergencies
Element 5: Control of emissions to air
Element 6: Control of environmental noise
Element 7: Control of contamination of water sources
Element 8: Control of waste and land use
Element 9: Sources and use of energy and energy efficiency

Unit EMC2: Assessing environmental aspects and associated impacts

This practical assessment requires learners to assess environmental aspects and associated impacts in a workplace of their choice.

Assessment

To achieve the qualification, learners must pass both mandatory assessments:

• EMC1 – Online open-book examination: Learners have a 24-hour window in which to download, complete and submit the assessment. The estimated assessment time is five hours.
• EMC2 – Environmental practical application: Learners assess environmental aspects and associated impacts in a workplace of their choice. The estimated assessment time is three hours.

Assessment registration and fees depend on the study package selected. Open Study College currently offers a Course Only option and a Course Material + Exams option. Learners choosing the Course Only option should confirm the applicable assessment fees, registration arrangements and submission deadlines before enrolling.

Learners must undertake the required learning and be registered for the assessments through a NEBOSH-accredited Learning Partner. Both EMC1 and EMC2 must be passed within NEBOSH’s applicable two-year qualifying period.

Required Knowledge

There are no formal qualification entry requirements. However, NEBOSH recommends that learners have English language ability equivalent to IELTS 6.0 or higher.

Awarding Body

NEBOSH is the awarding organisation for this qualification. The NEBOSH Environmental Management Certificate is awarded after the learner has achieved a pass in both EMC1 and EMC2.

This course is available through Open Study College.

Support

Learners will receive up to twelve months of Open Study College course access and tutor support, including guidance from experienced tutors and comprehensive study materials. The support team is available to assist with queries throughout the course, helping learners progress confidently at their own pace.

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