NEBOSH Certificate In Environmental Management

Course details

The NEBOSH Certificate in Environmental Management provides an excellent overview of environmental management systems, including the relevant international standards and best practices for control of environmental hazards. It is suitable for:

• Managers, supervisors and employees who have a responsibility for managing environmental issues.
• Those looking to start a career in environmental management

The NEBOSH Environmental Certificate is widely respected by employers worldwide; holders are eligible to apply for Technician Membership of CIWEM (TechCIWEM).

Course Content

The NEBOSH Environmental Certificate is made up of two units:

• Unit EC1: Management and Control of Environmental Hazards
  • Foundations in Environmental Management
  • Environmental Management Systems
  • Environmental Impact Assessments
  • Control of Emissions to Air
  • Control of Contamination of Water Sources
  • Control of Waste and Land Use
  • Sources and Use of Energy and Energy Efficiency
  • Control of Environmental Noise
  • Planning for and Dealing with Environmental Emergencies

Assessed By a 2 hour Written Exam

• Unit EC2: Environmental Practical Application

Assessed by a 2 hour work based practical assessment.

Assessment

Unit EC1 of the NEBOSH Environmental Certificate is assessed by a two-hour written examination. Unit EC2 is assessed by a workplace-based practical assessment (an environmental review of a workplace).