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Certificate IV in Environmentally Sustainable Management

COURSE CODE
11130NAT

Launch or accelerate a rewarding sustainability career where you can play a crucial role in protecting the environment and the planet. Learn how to determine a business’s carbon footprints, use Environmental Management System, manage waste, reduce carbon emissions and more. 

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Key learning outcomes

Certificate IV in Environmentally Sustainable Management
Certificate IV in Environmentally Sustainable Management

  • Calculate an organisation’s carbon footprint and create carbon minimisation strategies 
  • Understand key factors and energy sources that contribute to Australia’s carbon emissions 
  • Assess and categorise an organisation’s waste
  • Develop waste management and energy efficiency plans 
  • Understand leading global and Australian sustainability rating tools, including their categories and credit
  • Investigate and implement improved sustainable work practices for your organisation 
  • Analyse environmental risks and develop strategies to manage them 
  • Comprehend Work Health and Safety (WHS) laws and what Australian businesses need to do to comply with them

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Key benefits of studying this course

  • Gain a nationally recognised qualification to help you kickstart or accelerate your career in sustainability 
  • Be empowered to help organisations plan and implement sustainability initiatives 
  • Gain industry-ready skills in environmental management and sustainability that employers want 
  • Develop skills in Work Health and Safety (WHS) that can open doors to jobs in Health, Safety and Environment (HSE) space 
  • Be equipped with in-demand environmental skills that you can apply across a range of different industries and organisations 
  • Future-proof your career – demand for green skills is predicted to outstrip supply into 2030 and beyond 

Tools you’ll learn

Green Star,NABERS,IS Rating Scheme ,NatHERS,BREEAM,LEED
Domestic students
1 year (50 weeks), self-paced*
Online / Sydney Campus
Flexible 100% online study / blended delivery
Next on-campus intakes
  • 5 Jan 2026
  • 2 Feb 2026
  • 6 Apr 2026
Next online intakes
  • 1 Mar 2026
  • 1 Apr 2026
  • 1 May 2026
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"The Certificate IV in Environmentally Sustainable Management has helped me a lot with establishing environmental initiatives in the workplace. I have developed a list of 30 initiatives from the course - some we already had in place, but a lot we didn't. I am now implementing one every three months and closing it out prior to implementing the next one. The course had some very interesting information in relation to climate change. It's made me really consider my actions and how they affect the environment. This is a great course from my perspective.” <br>-Robert Smith
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"I found the sustainability course incredibly useful for my role as an HSEQ Manager, particularly in areas like waste management, carbon emissions, and energy efficiency. The trainer was excellent, providing support both online and via email. Completing the course has boosted my confidence and equipped me with the skills to implement sustainability measures across the company. I highly recommend it to anyone pursuing a career in sustainability or working in the OHS field, as it offers valuable skills for building a sustainable future for businesses and homes." <br>-Erin Browne
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“Environmental management and sustainability are hugely important to our business. I am a lot better off for doing this course at ACBI because it is completely relevant to my role in EHS (Environment, Health and Safety). Doing the course was imperative for getting where our company is today. Our company has made a commitment to get to net zero by 2050. Doing the course was imperative for getting where our company is today. Everything that I have learnt in my ACBI course was relevant. This training was crucial for me.” <br>-Julie-Ann Clark

 

Potential Salaries

Environmental Coordinator

$115K

Play a key role in making sure an organisation makes progress towards its environmental goals. Contribute to implementing Environmental Management Systems, sustainability policies, waste management, sustainability rating tools and more.

Environmental Consultant

$95K

Advise organisations on how they can enhance their environmental outcomes. Provide guidance on how businesses can better reduce their carbon footprints, implement energy efficient improvements, introduce new sustainability initiatives and more.

Health Safety and Environment Advisor

$135K

Be responsible for ensuring an organisation’s workplace is both safe and environmentally friendly. Conduct risk assessments, provide training and ensuring the organisation meets all relevant health, safety and environmental laws and requirements.

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FAQs

Who is this qualification suitable for?
This qualification is designed for individuals who are passionate about the environment. It will enable you to kickstart your career in environmental management and sustainability or taking your existing career to a new level. If you’re keen to have a career where you can leave a positive impact on the planet, this could be your perfect match.
What careers does this qualification prepare me for?
This qualification will prepare you to work in roles that help organisations improve their environmental management and sustainability. This includes sustainability-focused roles within companies such as being an Environmental Coordinator, Sustainability Project Officer or Environmental Manager. Alternatively, as a graduate, you could also seek a career in Health Safety and Environment (HSE) or even start your own business working as an Sustainability Consultant.
Why should I study this Certificate IV qualification?
As Australia transitions to using clean energy, the demand for skilled sustainability professionals is rapidly increasing. The gap between available talent and industry needs continues to grow, making now an ideal time to build strong, job-ready skills in sustainability.
Is further study available after this qualification?
Yes! Graduates are eligible to progress into higher-level sustainability qualifications such as the MSS50122 Diploma of Sustainable Operations and the AHC60422 Advanced Diploma of Conservation and Ecosystem Management. You may also choose to build your WHS skills by completing the BSB41419 Certificate IV in Work Health and Safety. Save time and money by packaging your 11130NAT Certificate IV in Environmentally Sustainable Management with another qualification. Simply select your two desired qualifications when submitting your application form.
What assessments do I need to complete for this qualification?
With the Certificate IV in Environmentally Sustainable Management, you’ll complete assessments that are a mixture of short-answer knowledge questions and practical tasks. You may choose to complete your practical tasks by using a provided case study or applying them in your own workplace. When you study this Certificate IV, you also won’t have to worry about exams – this course is happily exam-free. Plus, your ACBI Trainer will be available to guide you through all your assessments.
What payment options can you offer?
You can choose to pay for your entire course upfront and save. Alternatively, we can offer flexible payment plans. Get in touch with one of our Course Advisors for more information.
I already have some experience with sustainability. Can you cater to me?
Yes, we can. If you’ve previously studied one or more units of competency in this course, you may be eligible for Credit Transfer. And if you have work experience in environmental management or sustainability, you may be eligible to receive Recognised Prior Learning. Fill out this form to connect with a Course Advisor and get personalised advice tailored to your unique situation.
I’m not sure which sustainability course I should study. Can you help?
Our team of friendly Course Advisors can help you find the best course for you. From entry requirements to career outcomes, our Course Advisors can give your personalised advice. Simply fill out this form to connect with a Course Advisor.

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Certificate IV in Environmentally Sustainable Management
Certificate IV in Environmentally Sustainable Management
Certificate IV in Environmentally Sustainable Management
Certificate IV in Environmentally Sustainable Management
Certificate IV in Environmentally Sustainable Management

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