Environmental Practice

Class Description

PURPOSE AND RATIONALE OF THE QUALIFICATION
Purpose:

This qualification is the fourth in a series for practitioners in the field of environmental science, environmental management and waste management. This series of 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.

The specific purpose of this qualification represents the skills, knowledge and understanding required by competent practitioners 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.