Understanding Environmental Sustainability Level 2 Certificate (ITS)
Course Overview
Understanding Environmental Sustainability Level 2 Certificate (ITS)
Since 1990, the world has lost approximately 178 million hectares of forest. With an estimated 45% of land-based carbon stored in trees and soil, this loss has a significant impact on the Earth’s atmosphere. As a result, it is increasingly important that individuals develop a deeper understanding of how to take sustainable action to help protect the planet.
This course provides an introduction to the principles of sustainable development, alongside key topics such as community sustainability, energy management, and the role of social responsibility in business practices. Learners will also explore waste management principles, sustainable transport, and how sustainability can be applied in everyday settings, including the adoption of zero-waste approaches.
By the end of the course, learners will have a broader understanding of environmental responsibility and practical strategies that can be implemented to support more sustainable living and working practices.
Unit 1: Principles of sustainable development:
Unit 2: Principles of sustainable communities
Unit 3: Principles of sustainable energy management
Unit 4: Social responsibility of businesses in relation to sustainability
Unit 5: Principles of waste management
Unit 6: Principles of sustainable transport
Unit 7: Sustainability applied in own setting (optional)
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This course is delivered in partnership with Independent Training Services (ITS Ltd.). For more information, contact ITS on telephone: 01226 216 760 or email: info@ind-training.co.uk
Located at: Online
Course Start: Flexible start dates
Course length: 16 Weeks
Study Mode: Part-time
Course Code: QITSUES201
Course Fees and Funding
How much does the course cost?
£724. This course is eligible for adult funding (eligibility criteria may apply). Please contact our team for advice on finance and funding options.
Aged 19 or over and thinking about studying a course?
You may be eligible for free or reduced course fees. Please visit the How to apply and fees page for further details.
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For further details, please contact our Information Unit by calling 01226 216 123 or emailing: info@barnsley.ac.uk
Having good English and Maths qualifications are important for most careers and we want to give you the help you need to succeed.
If you are aged 16 - 19 and don't hold a grade C/4 or above in GCSE English and Maths, you will automatically be included in your study programme. If you want to work towards achieving a higher grade in English and Maths, we can help you do that too and we offer Level 3 Mathematical Studies (Core Maths) which maybe added to your study programme, subject to approval from your chosen department.
If you're aged 19 or above and don't hold a grade C/4 or above in GCSE English and Maths we can help. We offer FREE English and Maths qualifications that can be studied on a part-time basis, subject to eligibility.
If you need any further information, please contact our Information Unit by calling 01226 216 123 or emailing: info@barnsley.ac.uk
Our Additional Learning Support team can provide you with the support you need. Call 01226 216 769 for further information.
Disclaimer: Please note we reserve the right to change details without notice. We apologise for any inconvenience this may cause.
The course information on this page was last updated 02 July 2026.
