How to become a corporate responsibility and sustainability practitioner
You can get into this job through:
- a university course
- a college course
- an apprenticeship
University
You could do a degree in a relevant subject like:
- environmental science
- environment and sustainability
- economics
- business
You can take a postgraduate qualification in corporate social responsibility. This will help you learn more about the subject but it's not essential for getting into the role.
Entry requirements
You'll usually need:
- between 1 and 3 A levels, or equivalent, for a higher national diploma or degree
- 2 to 3 A levels, or equivalent, for a degree
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College
You could take a level 2 or 3 college course in Understanding Environmental Sustainability.
This will help you gain some of the knowledge and skills you need to apply for trainee or apprenticeship roles.
Entry requirements
You'll usually need:
- 2 or more GCSEs at grades 9 to 3 (A* to D), or equivalent, for a level 2 course
- 4 or 5 GCSEs at grades 9 to 4 (A* to C), or equivalent, for a level 3 course
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Apprenticeship
You could do the higher level apprenticeship called corporate responsibility and sustainability practitioner.
Entry requirements
You'll usually need:
- 4 or 5 GCSEs at grades 9 to 4 (A* to C) and A levels, or equivalent, for a higher or degree apprenticeship
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Professional and industry bodies
You could join the Institute of Environmental Management and Assessment (IEMA) to:
- gain professional recognition
- find training opportunities
- make industry contacts
Further information
You can discover more about sustainability work and training through the: