Environmental Management
The LICQual Level 3 Diploma in Environmental Management is a comprehensive qualification designed to equip learners with the knowledge, skills, and practical understanding required to manage environmental challenges effectively. Learners develop a strong foundation in sustainability principles, environmental protection, and responsible resource management, supporting positive environmental outcomes across industries.
As organizations and governments place increasing emphasis on reducing environmental impact, learners gain relevant expertise to support sustainability initiatives, manage environmental risks, and ensure compliance with key environmental regulations. The diploma provides learners with structured insight into environmental management practices, corporate social responsibility, and regulatory frameworks.
Through a blend of theoretical learning and practical application, learners explore real-world environmental scenarios, case studies, and applied assignments. By completing this qualification, learners acquire the capability to promote sustainable practices, support environmental compliance, and contribute meaningfully to environmental management roles across diverse sectors.
Course Overview
Qualification Title
LICQual Level 3 Diploma in Environmental Management
Total Units
6
Total Credits
60
GLH
240
Qualification #
LICQ2200001
Qualification Specification
To enroll in the LICQual Level 3 Diploma in Environmental Management, applicants must meet the following criteria:
|
Qualification# |
Unit Title |
Credits |
GLH |
|---|---|---|---|
|
LICQ2200001-1 |
Introduction to Environment |
10 |
40 |
|
LICQ2200001-2 |
Environmental Management Systems |
10 |
40 |
|
LICQ2200001-3 |
Environmental Planning |
10 |
40 |
|
LICQ2200001-4 |
Global Environmental Issues |
10 |
40 |
|
LICQ2200001-5 |
Modern Environmental Management |
10 |
40 |
|
LICQ2200001-6 |
Energy Management |
10 |
40 |
By the end of this course, learners will be able to:
Introduction to Environment
- Understand the basic principles of environmental science and the role of humans in influencing environmental changes.
- Gain a foundational knowledge of key environmental concepts, ecosystems, and the impact of human activities on the planet.
Environmental Management Systems
- Learn the structure and components of effective Environmental Management Systems (EMS), including ISO 14001.
- Develop the skills to design, implement, and monitor EMS to help organizations reduce their environmental impact and improve sustainability practices.
Environmental Planning
- Understand the importance of environmental planning in project development, including risk assessment, mitigation strategies, and compliance with regulations.
- Learn to apply environmental planning principles to manage natural resources effectively and ensure long-term environmental sustainability.
Global Environmental Issues
- Identify and analyze key global environmental challenges, such as climate change, biodiversity loss, pollution, and resource depletion.
- Understand international efforts and policies aimed at addressing these issues, and learn how organizations can contribute to global environmental solutions.
Modern Environmental Management
- Explore contemporary approaches to environmental management, including corporate social responsibility (CSR), green technologies, and sustainable development practices.
- Develop an understanding of how modern organizations incorporate environmental management into their strategies to improve both environmental and business outcomes.
Energy Management
- Learn the key principles of energy management, including energy conservation, efficiency, and renewable energy sources.
- Develop the skills to assess energy usage in organizations and implement strategies to reduce energy consumption and associated environmental impact.
This diploma is ideal for:
Assessment and Verification
All units within this qualification are subject to internal assessment by the approved centre and external verification by LICQual. The qualification follows a criterion-referenced assessment approach, ensuring that learners meet all specified learning outcomes.
To achieve a ‘Pass’ in any unit, learners must provide valid, sufficient, and authentic evidence demonstrating their attainment of all learning outcomes and compliance with the prescribed assessment criteria. The Assessor is responsible for evaluating the evidence and determining whether the learner has successfully met the required standards.
Assessors must maintain a clear and comprehensive audit trail, documenting the basis for their assessment decisions to ensure transparency, consistency, and compliance with quality assurance requirements.
