ISEP Foundation Certificate in Sustainability & Environmental Management (AISEP)

Gain critical knowledge to shape environmental performance

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Climate change and biodiversity loss represent two of the most pressing challenges of our time. To respond effectively, organisations require individuals equipped with practical skills in sustainability and environmental management. This programme addresses that need.

The ISEP Foundation Certificate in Environmental Management provides learners with essential knowledge and tools to improve environmental performance and support sustainability objectives in the workplace. It also provides a pathway to professional recognition through Associate Membership of ISEP.

This comprehensive course delivers a grounding in sustainability, environmental management principles and practical tools. It consists of 40 hours of guided learning delivered over 5 days.

Topics include:

Implications of global environmental, societal and economic trends
Sustainable business/governance and environmental principles
Key environmental legislation and policy
Tools, techniques and systems for sustainability performance
Innovation for sustainable products, services and solutions
Data collection, analysis and evaluation methods
Research and planning for sustainable solutions
Effective communication and stakeholder engagement
Risk and opportunity identification techniques
Sustainability and environmental performance improvement

The course content is highly practical and designed to be directly applicable to workplace scenarios and can be tailored for in-company delivery.

This course is intended for individuals who are new to environmental management and are seeking to develop a foundational understanding of sustainability principles.

It is particularly relevant for:

Professionals seeking to gain Associate Membership of ISEP
Early-career environmental specialists
Individuals in operational or compliance roles with sustainability responsibilities

No prior qualifications are required to enrol.

English Language Competency
A good standard of written and spoken English is important to engage effectively with this programme.

On successful completion of this programme, learners will achieve the following outcomes:

Understand the implications of global environmental, economic and societal trends
Explain sustainability, governance and environmental principles and their application
Outline major environmental policy and legislation
Identify major tools, techniques, systems and practices used to improve sustainability performance
Understand the role of innovation in sustainable products and services
Collect, analyse and evaluate environmental data effectively
Research and develop practical sustainability solutions
Communicate sustainability information with impact
Engage stakeholders constructively
Use tools to identify sustainability risks and opportunities
Recommend performance improvement actions
Support organisational transformation toward sustainability

This foundation enables learners to apply environmental and sustainability knowledge in real-world organisational contexts, contributing to improved performance, informed decision-making and long-term strategic change.

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1-hour open-book, multiple-choice exam
Completed online
Dates set by ISEP
Learners must achieve 70% to pass the course

Our training is interactive, learner-centred and built around real-world challenges. Training is engaging, collaborative and practical.

Our learner support includes:

Pre-training consultation for In-Company courses to customise delivery
Access to comprehensive course material that is regularly reviewed and updated to reflect the latest industry standards and guidance
Flexible delivery options to suit different needs:
onsite and live virtual training for your team
scheduled virtual public courses for individuals to join independently
Real-time support from expert tutors throughout

Limited class sizes (typically 12) to support personalised learning and individual support

This course is certified by ISEP, the Institute of Sustainability and Environmental Professionals.
Successful completion of the foundation certificate qualifies learners for Associate Membership (AISEP), offering professional recognition and providing access to member benefits including networking opportunities, exclusive events and member publications.
This course is an entry point for further progression to the ISEP Certificate in Environmental Management leading to Practitioner Membership.

More information: ISEP - The Institute of Sustainability and Environmental Professionals

Learners who complete this course may progress to advanced programmes in environmental management:

ISEP Certificate in Environmental Management
Sustainability Skills Development Courses
ISO 14001 Internal/Lead Auditor Training

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Course Code

EE029

Duration

5 training days

Public Price

Virtual Training: €995

+ €195 ISEP Exam & Membership

Delivery Mode

This programme is delivered by Classroom, Virtual Training, or In-Company training

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ISEP Foundation Certificate in Sustainability & Environmental Management (AISEP)

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