Understanding Climate Change and Environmental Awareness Level 2 Certificate

This qualification aims to:

  • focus on the study of environmental awareness and carbon footprint reduction associated with a wide range of workplaces and linked to the lifestyles of individuals

  • offer breadth and depth of study, incorporating a key core of knowledge that is relevant, and can be applied, across a variety of sectors.

The objectives of this qualification are to:

  • become familiar with the basics of the environment and climate change
  • develop an understanding of environmental protection and the action that can be taken within the workplace to mitigate the damaging impact of industry on the environment
  • explore how the lifestyle of an individual can be environmentally detrimental, while offering an insight into ways to reduce their carbon footprint.

Site

Workplace/Other

Level

Level 2

Course Type

Adult

Courses

Options Course Code Starts Ends
enquire apply 60800-01 24/11/25 16/03/26

What will I study?

Mandatory Units:

  • Unit 01: Understand climate change, sustainability and environmental protection
  • Unit 02: Understand industry and the environment
  • Unit 03: Understand resource efficiency and waste management

How will I be assessed?

Learners will be assessed entirely online through our dedicated learning platform. All study materials, activities and assessments are provided digitally, allowing learners to work independently and at their own pace.

Throughout the course, learners will complete a series of online knowledge checks, written tasks and module assessments that demonstrate their understanding of the subject. These assessments are submitted through the platform and are marked by a dedicated assessor, who will provide feedback and support where required.

In addition to assessor support, learners can also access help from our administration team for any technical or general course queries. To contact us please email us at Independent.Learning@escg.ac.uk

The course duration is 4 months. To maintain steady progress and complete the qualification on time, we recommend that learners commit to approximately 4–6 hours of study per week. This may vary depending on individual pace and confidence.

What qualification will I achieve?

NCFE CACHE Level 2 Certificate

What can I do after completing this course?

Learners could progress to the following qualifications:

Level 3 Award in Business Management for the Environment and Land-based Sector

Level 3 Certificate in Principles of Sustainable Resource Management

Level 3 Diploma in Energy Management.

Are there any extra costs?

No — there are absolutely no fees for any of our NCFE Level 2 Free Independent Learning e-learning courses. All of our Level 2 programmes are fully funded, meaning you can enrol, study, and complete your qualification without paying anything at all.

There are no hidden charges, no registration fees, and no additional costs for course materials. Everything you need to complete your learning is included as part of the funding.

This ensures you can focus entirely on your studies and gaining your qualification, with complete peace of mind.

Additional Info

Additional qualification information about this learning aim can be viewed on the NCFE page which will give you more of an in-depth overview.

Please do not apply for our course through this website

https://www.ncfe.org.uk/qualification-search/qualification-detail/ncfe-level-2-certificate-in-understanding-climate-change-and-environmental-aware-925