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Course overview
- Industry-recognised NEBOSH Environmental Management Certificate qualification.
- Specialised NEBOSH qualification for those whose role covers managing environmental issues.
- Successful students are able to gain professional membership with TechCIWEM and AIEMA.
- Understand how workplace activities are impacted by environmental legislation and the existing controls.
- Study for your course from home in your own time.
This NEBOSH Environmental Management Certificate course will allow you to explore the dynamic field of environmental management and equip you with the skills to make a positive impact on our planet.
The NEBOSH Environmental Management Certificate is a prestigious qualification that is globally recognised and highly regarded in the field of environmental management. Whether you are an aspiring environmental professional or an individual seeking to enhance your knowledge and contribute to sustainability efforts, this course will provide you with the expertise needed to navigate environmental challenges.
During the course, we will explore a wide range of environmental management topics, including environmental risk assessment, environmental law and management, sustainable resource management, and the development of effective environmental management systems.
Course fees:
Course Material – £509
Course Material + Exams – £709
- Monthly payment plan available
- No government funding available for this course
Job outcomes
- Health and safety officer/coordinator
- Safety inspector
- Occupational health specialist
- Environmental health and safety manager
- Risk manager
- Ergonomist
- Safety trainer/instructor
- Construction safety officer
- Industrial hygienist
- Health and safety consultant
What you'll learn
By the end of this course, you will possess the knowledge and confidence to proactively address environmental challenges, minimise negative impacts, and contribute to the sustainability agenda. The NEBOSH Environmental Management Certificate will not only enhance your professional profile but also equip you with the tools to make a difference in protecting our natural resources and promoting a greener future.
Recognition
Study method
- Online
- Blended
- In-class
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Duration study load
You will have up to one year to complete your course, which is plenty of time to ensure you are able to study for your course at your own pace. The approximate study time is 67 hours, but you can take as much or as little time as you need.
Entry requirements
There are no entry requirements for this qualification. However, you will need a good grasp of English to ensure they understand the terminology covered within the course materials.
Course features
- Dedicated personal tutor support
- Dedicated learner services
- Free CV critique service
- Free employability guide to help you impress future employers
- Free XO Student Discounts membership
Assessment
You will need to complete one online open-book exam (EMC1) and one practical assessment (EMC2). You can find full details of what is included in these assessments below.
Open book exam: EMC1 – Environmental management
This is a digital assessment which can be taken remotely. You will be required to review a real-life scenario and answer theoretical and practical questions on environmental management.
Learners will have 24 hours to access, complete, and submit their paper, starting from 11 am (UK time) on the examination date. Examinations for this qualification will take place once a quarter in March, June, September, and December.
Exam dates for your open book assessment are in March, June, September, and December.
If you choose to add your exams to your enrolment with Open Study College, we will book and pay for your assessments for you. If you do not add the exams option to your enrolment, you will be responsible for booking and paying for your assessments if you wish to achieve the qualification.
Practical assessment: EMC2 – Assessing environmental aspects and associated impacts
A practical assessment where you will be required to assess environmental aspects and impacts in your chosen workplace.
Please note, if you cannot use your current workplace for your practical assessment for whatever reason, you can choose an alternative place of work such as a family member or friend’s workplace.
Delivery
You will study for your course entirely online and receive full tutor support through email. The online portal makes learning more interactive with presentations, audio recordings and interactive modules.
Subjects
- The scope and nature of environmental management and key environmental issues.
- The ethical, legal, and financial reasons for maintaining and promoting environmental management.
- Sustainability, its importance, and its relationship with corporate social responsibility.
- Influence of international agreements on national environmental laws and standards, and the potential consequences of non-compliance.
- Key features and appropriate content of an effective EMS (based on the requirements of ISO 14001).
- Benefits and limitations of introducing a formal EMS into the workplace.
- Different types of environmental impacts.
- Sources of environmental information.
- The principles and practice of environmental aspect and impact assessments.
- The importance of environmental emergency planning.
- Suitable emergency preparation and responses.
- Environmental impacts of air pollution.
- Sources of environmental harm and suitable control measures for emissions.
- Environmental impacts of environmental noise pollution.
- Sources of environmental harm and suitable control measures for noise.
- Environmental impacts of water pollution.
- Sources of environmental harm and suitable control measures for emissions.
- Common waste types, the outlets available for waste, and environmental issues associated with waste and contaminated land.
- Suitable waste management measures and applying the waste hierarchy.
- Benefits and limitations of a range of renewable and non-renewable energy sources.
- How energy efficiency can be increased.
About Open Study College
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Established in 2007, Open Study College is a distance learning course provider that has helped over 130,000 learners take the next step towards achieving their ambitions.
With over 700 courses, ranging from A Levels and GCSEs through to childcare and beauty therapy — there’s something for everyone. All of their qualifications are independently accredited by established awarding organisations, fully equipping you for the future.
Why choose Open Study College?
Whether you’re in full-time work or have family commitments, distance learning at Open Study College provides the flexibility to create a study schedule that fits around the busy demands of day-to-day life. Accomplish your goals — at your pace, on your terms.
You will also receive the best possible support from the uber-friendly learner services team, as well as guidance from expert tutors who are on hand to answer any queries you might have throughout the duration of your course.
What makes Open Study College different?
Born from a genuine passion to improve the lives of others through education, Open Study College is a family-run business with decades of experience in the education and distance learning industry.
Seeking a career change? Didn’t get the exam results you wanted? Looking to learn a new skill? Enrol on one of their courses today and forge the future you’ve always wanted — all from the comfort of your own home!
Additional benefits
As an Open Study College learner, your benefits will include an XO Student Discounts membership, exclusive savings on future courses and a complete range of career support — including a free CV critique service, a free employability guide, and job-hunting help from their recruitment experts.
