ISO 14001 Foundation in United Kingdom

Become acquainted with the best practices of Environmental Management System (EMS) based on ISO 14001

Why should you attend?

ISO 14001 Foundation training enables you to learn the basic elements to implement and manage an Environmental Management System (EMS) as specified in ISO 14001. During this training course, you will be able to understand the different modules of an EMS, including EMS policy, procedures, performance measurements, management commitment, internal audit, management review and continual improvement. 

After completing this course, you can sit for the exam and apply for a “PECB Certified ISO 14001 Foundation” credential. A PECB Foundation Certificate shows that you have understood the fundamental methodologies, requirements, framework and management approach.

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Who should attend?

  • Individuals involved in Environmental Management
  • Individuals seeking to gain knowledge about the main processes of Environmental Management Systems (EMS)
  • Individuals interested to pursue a career in Environmental Management 

Learning objectives

  • Understand the elements and operations of an Environmental Management System and its principal processes
  • Acknowledge the correlation between ISO 14001 and other standards and regulatory frameworks
  • Understand the approaches, methods and techniques used for the implementation and management of an EMS

Educational approach

  • Lecture sessions are illustrated with practical questions and examples
  • Practical exercises include examples and discussions
  • Practice tests are similar to the Certification Exam

Course agenda

Day 1: Introduction to Environmental Management System (EMS) concepts as required by ISO 14001
Day 2: Environmental Management System requirements and Certification Exam

Examination

The “PECB Certified ISO 14001 Foundation” exam fully meets the requirements of the PECB Examination and Certification Programme (ECP). The exam covers the following competency domains:

Domain 1: Fundamental principles and concepts of an Environmental Management System (EMS)

Domain 2: Environmental Management System (EMS)

For more information about exam details, please visit Examination Rules and Policies.

Certification

Upon the successful completion of the exam, you can apply for the credential shown on the table below. For more information about ISO 14001 certifications and the PECB certification process, please refer to the Certification Rules and Policies.

The requirements for the PECB Foundation Certification are:

Credential Exam Professional experience MS audit/assessment experience EMMS project experience Other requirements
PECB Certified ISO 14001 Foundation PECB Certified ISO 14001 Foundation exam or equivalent None None None Signing the PECB Code of Ethics

General Information

  • Certification fees are included on the exam price
  • Training material containing over 200 pages of information and practical examples will be distributed 
  • A participation certificate of 14 CPD (Continuing Professional Development) credits will be issued 
  • In case of exam failure, you can retake the exam within 12 months for free  

Course Dates and Prices