LDN Sustainability Professional

Level 4

In partnership with

The LDN Sustainability Professional programme equips professionals with the skills, knowledge and behaviours to lead impactful sustainability initiatives and drive change within their organisations.

Designed by industry experts and award-winning consultancy MH&A, the apprenticeship features a state-of-the-art curriculum designed to support apprentices in becoming sustainability change makers.

Developed in collaboration with the Institute of Environmental Management and Assessment (IEMA), the programme embeds key technical knowledge and explores how organisations can mitigate risk and capture sustainability-related opportunities, such as those linked to climate change.

In partnership with

Thanks to our collaboration with IEMA, all learners will receive free Affiliate membership while studying, giving them access to a wealth of resources and a supportive professional network. The programme also provides a clear pathway to IEMA Associate level, the entry-level professional recognition for individuals starting their career in sustainability.

Learners will benefit from:

Access to ongoing learning and a community of like-minded professionals to support their development.
The opportunity to progress to IEMA Associate level by completing their apprenticeship and passing the fully funded Associate exam.
Earning the AIEMA professional suffix and a fully funded first year of Associate membership if successful.

Duration

20 month programme
(15 months training, 5 month end point assessment)
Qualification

Level 4 Corporate Responsibility & Sustainability Practitioner
End Point Assessment

Assessment method 1: Professional discussion underpinned by a portfolio of evidence.
Assessment method 2: Work-based project followed by a report and a presentation with questions and answers.
Who’s it for?

Perfect for upskilling existing employees working in ESG, sustainability, social value, community and employee engagement, DE&I. Also suitable for training up young professionals looking to start their career within similar roles.
To apply you’ll need to:

• Prove your right to work in the UK
• Be a UK citizen, or have lived in the UK or EEA continuously for the past 3 years
• Be able to apply the learning to your role
• Not have previously studied the course content
• Not undertake any other government-funded qualification during your apprenticeship

Low Case Loads

Each LDN Sustainability Professional Skills Coach has a maximum case load of 30 learners. Significantly better than the industry standard.
Monthly Inductions

We hold monthly inductions for all LDN Sustainability Professional apprentices, so start at a time that suits you.
Professional Membership

All LDN Sustainability Professional apprentices receive free membership of IEMA and ICRS (Institute of Corporate Responsibility & Sustainability).
Industry Experts

LDN Sustainability Professional Skills Coaches have experience in the industry, so LDN apprentices can learn from the very best.
Up-to-date Content

Our in-house Content Team are always updating and refreshing the course content to keep content up-to-date and relevant in a fast-moving industry.

Content overview

The LDN Sustainability Professional programme consists of eight learning paths

An introduction to sustainability, core concepts, emerging global trends and how sustainability drives success.
Championing sustainable practices and exploring the roles, skills and values for driving sustainability.
Understanding the frameworks, policies and standards that shape sustainable practices.
Building an impactful strategy to enhance organisational resilience and performance.
Learn project management methods to drive impactful sustainability outcomes.
Working with key stakeholders to foster collaboration, align on priorities and create impactful initiatives.
Data management, data analysis and the application of emerging technologies to measure and improve performance.
Essentials of using data for effective reporting and focused and transparent communication.
Future proofing of sustainability strategies, developing best practices, and fostering a proactive learning culture.

Elective Courses

LDN has worked closely with industry experts to produce a suite of five additional elective courses that cover key areas of sustainability.

LDN Sustainability Professional apprentices will have the option to complete any of these additional courses.

Learn to embed circular economy principles, reduce waste, and drive innovation while creating lasting sustainability impact.
Measure, create, and enhance Social Value through policy, community impact, and organisational responsibility.
Explore renewable energy, workplace adoption, and the role of fair, inclusive transition strategies.
Analyse, improve, and de-risk supply chains for positive environmental and social outcomes.
Understand emissions, Net Zero strategies, and how to reduce carbon impact across organisations.

Who is it for?

This programme is designed for professionals who want to enhance the sustainability of their organisations. Learners could be:

Early-career sustainability practitioners seeking structured development.
Professionals in sustainability or compliance roles looking to deepen their impact.
Managers and team leads who have the opportunity to implement sustainability initiatives.
Individuals seeking to transition into sustainability-focused careers.
Individuals who want to play an active part in helping to deliver their employer’s sustainability or ESG objectives.