Certificate Principles of Sustainable Resource Management SCQF level 5

Qualifications Scotland offer a wide range of relevant waste management qualifications which are all developed in association with the industry.

This qualification is available at SCQF level 5 and has been designed to provide the knowledge components in the Sustainable Resource Management Modern Apprenticeship. The certificate underpins a broad range of roles in the collection, transport, treatment and final management of waste and resources, at both operator and supervisory levels.

This qualification is available through training providers and further education colleges.

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These qualifications provide entry into the sustainable waste management industry for apprentices as their first step on the employment ladder and are also suitable for those already employed in this sector.

Although intended for use in apprenticeship schemes, this qualification can be used on a standalone basis whereby they offer excellent general knowledge within the sustainable waste management and resource environment. 

The qualification is assessed in a variety of ways including, for example: on-the-job; formal classroom teaching and learning; tutorials; and other appropriate assessment methods.

The qualification has been designed to enable continued study to supervisory, management and professional qualifications as required by the individual and the sector.

It can be offered in any of the following modes:

  • full-time
  • part-time (eg day-release)
  • open and distance learning
  • infill into existing classes
  • evening provision

The qualification provides progression opportunities into both continued study and more formal professional qualifications, as required by the individual and the sector.

This qualification is suitable for a range of workers within sustainable resource management — from the new employee to the experienced worker wishing to progress in their career.

It issuitable for candidates who are completing the Modern Apprenticeship in Sustainable Resource Management.

The SCQF level 5 qualification will suit candidates who are working in the sustainable resource management industry and have some relevant knowledge and skills.

Access

Entry is at the discretion of the centre.

No prior qualifications are required to undertake this qualification, although experience in the waste sector would be an advantage.

Modern apprenticeships

This qualification can be taken as part of a Modern Apprenticeship in Sustainable Resource Management.

Centres interested in offering this qualification are required to come forward for approval and should contact our Business Development Team for guidance.

Assessors and verifiers must be able to meet our general requirements for technical/occupational competence as outlined in the Systems and Qualification Approval Guide. The specific delivery requirements are set out in the group award specification (arrangements document).

How to assess

Each individual unit specification gives detailed information on the evidence requirements and approaches to assessment for each unit.

The Certificate in Principles of Sustainable Resource Management at SCQF level 5 consists of 7 mandatory units and 4 optional units.

Group award code: GR8Y 45 (155 KB) R8Y 45