Business Apprenticeships

Sustainability Professional

Level 4
Corporate Responsibility and Sustainability Practitioner Apprenticeship Standard
Level 4
Corporate Responsibility and Sustainability Practitioner Apprenticeship Standard
  • For professionals in operational, project, support or analytical roles
  • Develop skills in sustainability, ESG risk identification and decision making
  • Interpret sustainability data, reporting and regulatory requirements
  • Engage stakeholders and influence behaviour to embed sustainable practices
  • Support and deliver initiatives that improve environmental, social and governance performance
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Course Overview

Fully levy-funded

Designed for professionals in operational, project or support roles, this programme equips you with the skills to drive sustainable business practices and support responsible decision making. Through practical learning and real-world application, you will build confidence in identifying environmental, social and governance risks and opportunities, interpreting sustainability data, and influencing others. Whether supporting initiatives or shaping strategy, this course empowers you to create measurable impact, balance performance with long term value, and contribute to a more resilient, future focused organisation.

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What You Will Achieve

Showcase your professional expertise with these in-demand qualifications.

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Sustainability Professional Certificate

KnowledgeBrief Management School
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Corporate Responsibility and Sustainability Practitioner Certificate

Skills England
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Foundation Certificate in Sustainability and Environmental Management (Optional)

The Institute of Sustainability and Environmental Professionals (ISEP)
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Professional recognition route towards Registered Environmental Technician

Society for the Environment
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Is This Programme the Right Fit for You?

Yes, all of our programmes are designed to fit around your current role while supporting meaningful development in the workplace:

  • Designed to fit around your current job responsibilities.
  • Combines on-the-job learning with structured off-the-job training.
  • Directly aligned to your real workplace challenges and responsibilities.
  • Includes regular progress reviews and feedback sessions.
  • Provides personalised one-to-one support throughout the programme.

You need:

  • To have the right to work in the UK.
  • To have lived in the UK continuously for the past 3 years.
  • To have not previously studied the course content.
  • To not undertake any other qualification during your apprenticeship.
  • To be able to apply your learning to your role.

  • Level 7 apprenticeships are government funded for apprentices aged under 22 at the start of their training.
  • Apprentices aged under 25 may also be fully funded if they have an Education, Health and Care plan and/or have been, or are, in the care of their local authority.
  • If you would like to confirm eligibility or explore how this programme can support your organisation, our team will guide you through the next steps. Contact us today.

You can start your apprenticeship with us at any time that suits you and your employer:

  • We offer monthly start dates throughout the year to provide flexibility.
  • Your start date will be agreed in partnership with your employer.
  • Onboarding begins once eligibility and funding checks are complete.
  • You will receive a structured induction before formal learning begins.
  • We work with you to ensure a smooth and timely start.

Once the programme is complete, you will be assessed through the End Point Assessment (EPA) by an independent, accredited organisation.

Work-based project with report and presentation

  • You will complete a workplace project involving research, planning, delivery and evaluation of a sustainability initiative
  • 5,000-word report outlining your approach, findings, outcomes and recommendations
  • Presentation (around 20 minutes) followed by 25 minutes of questioning with an independent assessor

Professional discussion with a portfolio of evidence

  • 60-minute structured discussion with an independent assessor
  • Supported by a portfolio of evidence developed during the programme
  • Demonstrates application of knowledge, skills and behaviours in your role

The results from both assessment methods are combined to determine your overall apprenticeship grade: Fail, Pass, Distinction

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