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ISEP Foundation Certificate in Environmental Management

Study Method In-class, Online
Provider TSW Training
Recognition Isep
Start Date 11 May 2026, 7th Sept 2026, 9th Nov 2026
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Please note: Should you wish to study this course in a classroom, this course’s training centre is in Bridgend, Wales

Course overview

The ISEP Foundation Certificate in Environmental Management training course is a 5-day globally recognised qualification aimed at anybody starting out in an environment or sustainability-focused role.

You’ll cover a wide range of environmental, sustainability and governance principles while exploring environmental management tools and skills that you can apply immediately in your organisation.

On successful completion of the course, you’ll receive the ISEP Foundation Certificate and gain ISEP Associate Membership (AISEP) status.

Who's It For?

The ISEP Foundation Certificate in Sustainability & Environmental Management is perfect for those beginning a career in environmental or sustainability-focused roles.

You don’t need prior skills or knowledge to take the course. In fact, the course is perfect for people working in non-environmental and sustainability professions, such as health and safety, marketing or sales.

With sustainability becoming increasingly pressing for organisations, the foundation course is a great choice for your career prospects.

Job outcomes

  • Environmental Management Roles

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What you'll learn

By completing the ISEP Foundation Certificate, you will know how to:

  1. Outline the implications of global trends for the environment, for society, for the economy and for organisations
  2. Outline sustainable business/governance principles and their relationship with organisations, products and services
  3. Outline environmental principles and their relationship with organisations, products and services
  4. Outline major policy and legislation and their implications for organisations, products and services
  5. Outline major tools, techniques, systems and practices used to improve sustainability performance
  6. Outline the role of innovation and other leading practices in developing sustainable products and services and providing sustainable solutions
  7. Collect data, perform analysis, and evaluate information
  8. Research and plan to provide sustainable solutions
  9. Deliver effective communication and capture feedback
  10. Engage with stakeholders
  11. Outline tools and techniques that identify opportunities and risks
  12. Identify and propose ways to improve performance
  13. Support change and transformation to improve sustainability

Recognitions

Isep

Accredited/ Certified by Isep

Study method

  • In-class In-class info icon
    In class delivery - predominately face to face course content conducted at a specific location
  • Online Online info icon
    Online delivery - online course content with the exception of assessments and work placement
  • Blended Blended info icon
    Blended delivery - both online course content and partial face to face requirements
  • Virtual Virtual info icon
    Virtual Delivery - Live and interactive classroom-style learning conducted completely online
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Duration study load

  • 5 Day/s

Delivery

Online & Classroom

Entry requirements

There are no entry requirements for the Foundation Certificate.

You can take this course without having any experience or knowledge in environmental management or sustainability.

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Course features

What you get from the course

The course is designed to be highly interactive, featuring practical activities and in-depth discussions. On the course, you will receive:

  • Learner Notes – includes detailed information covering each learning outcome, along with supplementary information, providing you with a solid future resource on environmental sustainability and for IEMA Associate assessment preparation.
  • Learner Workbook – actively used in the course for a range of activities and to direct note-taking, this helpful resource will help guide the course and prepare you for the final associate exam.
  • Practice questions for the IEMA Associate Assessment – provided in your ‘Learner Workbook’ and referred to by your trainer throughout the course.

Assessment

The ISEP Foundation Certificate is assessed via a one-hour, multiple-choice online examination.

It’s an open-book exam, which means you can access your course notes during the exam.

You will be given a 28-day window for submitting the assessments, typically the 1st to 28th of every month.

ISEP will provide login details, and you can log in anytime during this window to take the test. Once you start the test, it must be done in one sitting.

Your exam result is displayed immediately following completion, so there is no need to wait to find out if you have been successful.

Exam Support

TSW’s team is always on hand to help you with any worries you might have beforehand. We do everything we can to support you in the run-up to the exam.

“Having done the ISEP Foundation myself, I know that the exam can feel pretty stressful. Rest assured that your course tutor will give you everything you need to prepare properly for the online test, including a wide range of practice questions…

It’s an open book exam, so you can find all the answers you need in ISEP’s indexed course notes” – Matthew Channell, Director at TSW Training

At TSW, we think it’s important that you know exactly what you’ll get from taking a course with us. On successful completion, you’ll receive:

  • Your ISEP Foundation Certificate in Environmental Management
  • ISEP Associate Membership (AISEP)

Subjects

The comprehensive course syllabus covers the following content:
Part 1Why we need to be sustainable
Part 2Environmental principles
Part 3Principles of Sustainable Organisations
Part 4Pollution and Pollution Control
Part 5Introduction to Policy and Legislation
Part 6Key Environmental Legislation
Part 7Environmental Tools and Assessment
Part 8Data and Reporting
Part 9Environmental Management Systems
Part 10Environmental Auditing
Part 11Improving Sustainability Performance

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Payment options

Course fees – From 995 + VAT

  • Payment plans are available via Payl8r

*Prices cover course materials & initial exams (Resits not included)

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About TSW Training

Since 1966, TSW Training has been at the forefront of professional development, delivering innovative and results-driven learning solutions across the UK. They are dedicated to enhancing the performance of individuals and businesses through focused and impact-driven learning. Founded with a vision to transform professional learning and growth, TSW Training has evolved from humble beginnings into a leading provider of learning solutions. They offer comprehensive training programmes in Leadership & Management, Personal Development, Health & Safety, Environmental Management, and Quality Management. TSW Training provides qualifications from leading global awarding bodies, including ILM, NEBOSH, IOSH, ISEP, IRCA, Highfield, and City & Guilds. Courses are available in various formats, including virtual, classroom, and online, to suit your needs. All trainers are carefully selected based on their experience and expertise.

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