All countries of the world has a need to manage and protect its natural resources and ecological systems, while simultaneously using its resources in a sustainable manner to promote social, physical and economic development.
Also, there is a need for people as individuals, and as members of social or workplace communities, to become aware of their responsibilities towards the environment and to be empowered to make informed choices regarding their own activities and the impact that these activities have on the environment. Furthermore, people need to develop practices which will ensure that their activities, individually and collectively, result in the sustainable use of resources and minimise negative impact on the environment.
This qualifications will equip practitioners with the skills, knowledge and values to contribute towards the wise and effective use and management of our natural resources and ecological systems. Specifically, the qualification will empower learners with competencies required to:
- Apply environmental principles and practices to operations, audits, inspections and assessments, data management and communications, within the regulatory framework.
- Engage with appropriate stakeholders to implement environmental interventions.
- Plan and supervise operations and make the best use of resources within their area of responsibility.
Qualifying learners will be able to:
- Demonstrate an awareness of the applicable and appropriate environmental regulatory framework and the compliance requirements relevant to own area of responsibility.
- Manage the collection, recording, maintenance and communication of data and information related to the environment.
- Supervise operations and activities at a site or facility.
- Develop and lead a team
- Communication at NQF Level 3
- Mathematical Literacy at NQF Level 3.
This qualification is suitable for learners who:
- Are already employees and have acquired the skills and knowledge without attending formal courses.
- Participate in skills programmes and the appropriate work experience
- Have attended courses and then apply the knowledge and skills gained to activities in the workplace
- Are part of a learnership programme which integrates structured learning and work experience.
- Acquire their learning through any combination of the above
- Pursue qualification at a higher level in the field of environmental science, waste management and environmental management.
- Further, this qualification can also provide the learner with a springboard into a career and learning pathway in the public sector.
| Title | Description |
|---|---|
| Qualification Id | 50309 |
| Nqf Level | 4 |
| Credits | 140 |
| Duration | 12 Months |
| Endorsement | LGSETA |
| Delivery Strategy | Face to face / Online |