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The NEBOSH Environmental Management Certificate is for those seeking to implement effective environmental management systems, ensuring that those qualified have a sound understanding of the principles of managing environmental risk. This qualification is relevant to all industry sectors.
Upon completion of the NEBOSH Environmental Certificate course, learners will have the skills and knowledge to meet the environmental management standard ISO 14001 requirements.
Qualified individuals benefit their organisations by possessing the skills to manage social responsibilities, which are met through demonstrating excellence in managing environmental issues. This avoids legal actions and any loss of reputation by use of effective control measures.
This qualification is suitable for those working anywhere in the world, satisfying both UK and International environmental legal requirements.
Key Topics
With a focus on environmental management systems, key topics covered by the NEBOSH Environmental Certificate include:
- Environmental Management Systems
- Environmental Impact Assessments
- Sustainability and Pollution Control
- Energy Sources and Efficiency
- Control of Environmental Emergencies
This NEBOSH Certificate is Studied and Assessed Online
Our NEBOSH courses are studied and examined 100% online. Examinations and assessment for the NEBOSH Environmental Certificate are completed remotely via Internet connection.
Course Details
Quick Course Information
| Brand | NEBOSH |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | SHEilds Ltd |
| Study method | eLearning, Online |
| Course Level | Equivalent to A Level, UK college level qualification |
| Time Dedication | 67 hours minimum, plus 8 assessment hours |
| Course duration / eLearning access | 12 months, plus 3 months FREE! |
| Course Start Dates | Any time |
| Average completion time | 6-10 Months |
| NEBOSH Training & Support | Tutor supported, online messaging system, email, telephone |
| NEBOSH Assessment | One online examination, One practical project assessment |
| Exam Style | Online open book examination, One work-based practical assessment |
| Exam Dates | EMC1 and EMC2, February, May, August, November |
| Exam Fees | EMC1 open book exam fee – £92, EMC2 practical assessment fee – £92, Plus 2% exam booking fee |
Awarding Body
NEBOSH est. 1979, has been a UK-recognised awarding body since 2000 and received Approved Awarding Body Status from the Scottish Qualifications Authority (SQA) Accreditation in 2009. SHEilds accredited centre number is 548.
You can find out more about our awarding body from their official website: www.nebosh.org.uk
Recommended for
The NEBOSH Environmental Management Certificate course is designed for individuals to work within environmental management systems and to positively influence improvements.
Study Method
Online access to your study materials is provided with downloadable content and tutor support.
The NEBOSH Certificate in Environmental Management elearning course developed by SHEilds has been designed with the learner experience at heart. Using a range of media and providing tutor support from experienced safety practitioners, learners will develop confidence in implementing their learning into real-life situations.
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Entry Requirements
No formal entry requirements to enrol on to this NEBOSH Environmental Management Certificate course.
Recommended by NEBOSH, to enrol on this course students should have an appropriate understanding of the English language (International English Language Testing System 6.0 or higher) in order to explain the concepts within the course syllabus.
Questions within NEBOSH examinations are all phrased in English. Your answers are also required to be provided in English.
Study Syllabus
The qualification is divided into two units, unit EMC1: covers Environmental Management; and unit EMC2: covers how to assess environmental aspects and associated impacts.
There are 9 study elements in total, Unit EMC1 and EMC2 includes elements 1-9.
See further below for a detailed course guide and syllabus information.
NEBOSH Training Support
All our NEBOSH Certificate level courses include Tutor Support. You’ll receive all the guidance you need to successfully complete the NEBOSH Environmental Certificate.
Course Assessment
One Online Open Book Exam + One Practical Assessment
NEBOSH exams are now attempted entirely online, and students are no longer required to physically attend an exam centre.
There are 2 units, EMC1 and EMC2 containing a total of 9 study elements.
- There are 9 elements to study followed by one online written exam for Unit EMC1.
- Students must also electronically submit one practical assessment for Unit EMC2.
How the course is graded
To achieve certification for the NEBOSH Environmental Management Certificate, learners must pass both units – EMC1 and EMC2.
EMC1 is an open book examination and EMC2 is a practical assessment.
The qualification grade is based solely on the EMC1 results, a pass in EMC2 must also be achieved.
The EC1 grading boundaries are as follows:
- 0 – 44 marks: Refer
- 45 – 64 marks: Pass
- 65 – 74 marks: Credit
- 75 marks and above: Distinction
The EMC2 assessment is a pass or fail exercise, to pass you must prove understanding as per the guidance document.
Exam Fees, Dates & Locations
Important note: Students do not have to pay for NEBOSH exams initially. Exam fees are payable when booking your chosen exam date(s) and are subject to change inline with NEBOSH.
NEBOSH Exam / Assignment sitting locations
The written paper in this exam is now an OBE (Open Book Examination), completed online via the Internet. This means you can sit this at home as opposed to attending a venue.
Exam / Assignment fees
- 1 x EMC1 written exam fee = £92
- 1 x EMC2 assessment fee = £92
- Total fees = £184 (no VAT applicable)
- Plus 2% booking fee (subject to VAT if applicable)
Unit EMC1 / EMC2 sitting dates
- February, May, August, November
Please note: Students do not have to take the exam & practical assessment at the same time/date. Students must have a suitable device and access to the Internet to complete the course assessment.
Steps to Pass
There are 4 steps to passing the NEBOSH Environmental Management Certificate Qualification.
- Enrol on the NEBOSH Environmental Certificate training course with SHEilds.
- Study the elements of the course online.
- Register for and sit the EMC1 exam paper, remotely via Internet connection.
- Register for and sit the EMC2 practical assessment, submitted remotely via Internet connection.
Once the EMC1 online open book exam & EMC2 assessment project are submitted, you’ll receive your final grade.
You will receive your results electronically (email), directly from NEBOSH on the results declaration date – information can be found on your booking confirmation slip.
Career Progression
Once certified with a NEBOSH Environmental Certificate, we recommend studying a Diploma level training course. NEBOSH Diplomas are available, and NVQ Diplomas for those who prefer a more on-the-job approach to training.
For those looking to further develop their knowledge in this sector and boost their career goals, we recommend progressing towards a NEBOSH Environmental Diploma. We have two Environmental Diploma training courses, one is suitable for those working within the UK and the other is for wider International market.
Course Guide & Syllabus
NEBOSH Environmental Management Certificate Syllabus Overview: What you will learn from this course
Unit EMC1: Management and control of environmental hazards
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 contaminated water sources
Element 8: Control of waste and land use
Element 9: Sources and use of energy and energy efficiency
Unit EMC1/EMC2 Study hours / Assessment
- 34 Taught hours
- 25 Recommended Self-study hours
- EMC1 One open book examination (OBE)
- EMC2 Practical Application
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Original price was: £545.£381.50Current price is: £381.50. Exc VAT
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SHEilds UK
UK Head Office based in Hull, United Kingdom.
Open: Monday-Friday 9am-5pm
Phone: +44 (0) 1482 806 805
SHEilds South Africa
South Africa regional head office based in Johannesburg, South Africa.
Open: Monday-Friday 8:30am – 5:30pm
Phone: +2711 675 4177
SHEilds UAE
SHEilds Middle East regional office, based in Dubai, UAE.
Open: Monday-Friday 9am-5pm
Phone: +971 4 375 4012
Why study with SHEilds?
Established since 2002, SHEilds are an accredited NEBOSH centre. SHEilds are one of the worlds largest NEBOSH training providers, become one of the thousands of students studying with us today.
The World’s First Online NEBOSH Provider
Beating the competition since 2005, we’re very proud to claim, SHEilds are the very first provider in the world to offer NEBOSH & IOSH training entirely online!
What is eLearning?
As a SHEilds student, online access to our easy to use NEBOSH eLearning platform is provided. Students use the eLearning platform to study learning materials, receive tutor support and interact with online activities to aid learning.
Find out more about the benefits of studying by eLearning, see our examples and learn, what is eLearning?
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is the NEBOSH Environmental Certificate for?
The NEBOSH Environmental Management Certificate is designed for those working in or towards a career in Environmental Risk Management.
In recent years, environmental management responsibilities are becoming an ever increasing a part of a safety practitioners daily duties. The skills learnt from this course will be a valued asset to any safety officer or persons with health and safety responsibilities.
Once certified, this qualification is accepted globally and suitable for use any where in the world.
How difficult is the NEBOSH Environmental Certificate?
A specialist qualification, the NEBOSH Environmental Management Certificate is relatively demanding to study, approximately equivalent to a Certificate of Higher Education or A-level (a UK college level qualification).
What level is the NEBOSH Environmental Certificate?
Our NEBOSH Environmental Certificate course is classed as a Level 3 qualification on the NQF, a Level 6 on the SCQF.
NEBOSH Environmental Management Certificate course is equivalent to a level 3 qualification on the NQF, a Level 6 on the SCQF.
See the National Qualification Framework below to compare qualifications.
Are payment plans available for the NEBOSH Environmental Certificate?
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