ISEP Foundation Certificate in Sustainability and Environmental Management​

The drive towards a sustainable business has opened up a whole new world of opportunity – and the ISEP Foundation Certificate in Sustainability and Environmental Management (formerly known as the IEMA Foundation Certificate in Environmental Management) is your gateway in. Gain essential management skills to help your organisation and community become more sustainable.
ISEP is the professional body for individuals working in the fields of environment and sustainability. This course provides a solid foundation of environmental and sustainability knowledge and leads directly to ISEP Associate Membership.
The ISEP Foundation Certificate is ideal for those seeking to make an impact in an environmental or sustainability role. With a focus on environmental management, it’s perfectly suited for beginners – whether you're tasked with collecting and managing environmental or sustainability data, or conducting routine checks on compliance, legislation, or pollution prevention measures.

Syllabus Overview

Element 1
Core Environmental Principles
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1. The main natural cycles
2. Ecosystem services
3. Biodiversity and ecological stability
4. The impact of human intervention on natural cycles and ecological systems
5. Pollution sources, pathways and receptors
6. Climate

Element 2
Sustainability and mega-trends
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1. Mega-trends
2. Sustainable development and sustainability
3. Principles of sustainability business and corporate governance Element

Element 3
Policy and legislation

1. The key principles of environmental policy
2. Key environmental policy instruments
3. Background to environmental legislation
4. ​Examples of criminal law 
5. Stakeholders and the role of regulators 

Element 4
Environmental Management Systems
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1. Introduction to environmental management systems
   
2. Key elements of ISO 14001

Element 5
Performance evaluation

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1. Data management
   
2. Monitoring performance
   
3. Environmental inspections and audits 

Element 6
Additional management and assessment tools

Module 7
Communication and the management of change
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1. Communication
   
2. Corporate reporting
   
3. Green claims
   
4. Management of change.

Exam Overview

The ISEP Foundation Certificate is assessed via a 1-hour, open-book online multiple-choice test.

From January 2024, assessments will be available on a weekly basis, and you will have a 6-week window to complete the test. You will receive your login credentials from ISEP, and can access the test platform at any time during the window; however, the test must be completed in one sitting. Results are displayed immediately upon completion.

Upon successful completion, you will be eligible for Associate Membership of ISEP (AISEP), with the first year of membership included in your course fee.
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For learners taking the ISEP Foundation Certificate Online Course, please ensure you book your assessment by contacting our Online Learning Team.

ISEP Foundation Certificate in Sustainability and Environmental Management Brochure

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