Sustainability / ESG courses

The objective of this course is to provide learners with an overview of the purpose and requirements of ISO 14001:2026.SESSION ONE: Introduction to the ISO 14000 Series of Management System StandardsSESSION TWO: ISO 14001:2026 Overview and Clause 4SESSION THREE: ISO 14001:2026 – Clauses 5, 6 and 7SESSION FOUR: ISO 14001:2026 – Clause 8SESSION FIVE: ISO 14001:2026 – Clauses 9 and 10

This course has been developed in alignment with the updated ISO 14001:2026 standard.This course will provide you with an understanding of the current changes and maintain compliance of your current environmental management system.

This course content is structured in 4 modules and has been developed by SGS to provide Greenhouse Gas and Climate Change practitioners with the necessary skills and knowledge to undertake a verification of a Greenhouse Gas (GHG) inventory developed in accordance with ISO 14064-1:2018 using the verification standard ISO 14064-3:2019Module 1 - Introduction to Climate Change and Greenhouse Gas Accounting and ReportingProviding an introduction to climate change, and to Greenhouse Gas accounting and reporting concepts.Module 2 - Greenhouse Has Protocol Quantification and ReportingIntroduction to ISO 14064-1 and the GHG Protocol. To explore quantification and reporting of Greenhouse Gas emissions. Describing the concepts of GHG inventories, carbon footprints and carbon neutrality.Module 3 - Verification of Greenhouse Gas StatementsIntroduction to ISO 14064-3 and the Verification of Greenhouse Gas Statements by providing a thorough understanding of the Verification Process according to ISO 14064-3 standards. Developing a verification approach which includes a strategic review, risk analysis, verification plan and sampling plans.Module 4 - Validation of Greenhouse Gas StatementsProviding a deeper insight into the validation of Greenhouse Gas Statements in accordance with ISO 14064-3 standards, including verifying removals and net carbon emissions. Exploring the difference between Verification and Validation in the context of ISO 14064-3, ISO 14065 and ISO 14066.Contact Details+44 (0) 1276 697704Website: www.sgs.co.uk/trainingscheduleEmail: ukacademy@sgs.com

The purpose of this course is to equip participants with an understanding of the learning objectives relating to the ISO 50001:2018 standard for Energy Management Systems requirements, with guidance for use.ISO 50001 provides a framework to implement energy management systems in organisations, in order to achieve energy performance continuous improvement.  This course will provide participants with an overview of the purpose and requirements of ISO 50001 as a tool for the management of energy and improvement of energy performance.Contact Details+44 (0) 1276 697704Website: www.sgs.co.uk/trainingscheduleEmail: ukacademy@sgs.comReference MaterialsISO 50001:2018 Energy Management Systems Introduction Training Course Flyer

ISO 50001 Energy Management System Internal Auditor Training from SGS – enables your personnel to understand the ISO 50001 standard requirements and perform internal audits of your organisation’s energy management systems (EnMS) against them.The latest version of the energy management system (EnMS) standard, ISO 50001:2018, was published on August 21, 2018. The new version conforms to ISO's requirements for management system standards, including the incorporation of a high-level structure, identical core text, and common terms and definitions, thereby ensuring a high level of compatibility with other management system standards.Contact Details+44 (0) 1276 697777Website: www.sgs.co.uk/trainingschedule Email: ukacademy@sgs.com

The objective of this course is to provide learners with the knowledge and skills required to perform an internal audit of part of an Environmental Management System (EMS) based on ISO 14001:2026, report on the effective implementation and maintenance of the management system in accordance with ISO 19011 and to contributeto the continual improvement of the management system.SESSION ONE: Introduction to the ISO 14000 Series of Management System StandardsSESSION TWO: ISO 14001:2026 – Interpretation for AuditSESSION THREE: Audit Definition and PrinciplesSESSION FOUR: Planning and Preparation for the AuditSESSION FIVE: Conducting the AuditSESSION SIX: Audit Reporting and Follow-upSESSION SEVEN: Auditor Competence

The objective of this course is to provide learners with the knowledge and skills required to perform social accountability audits of an organisation’s conformance with social responsibility specifications in accordance with ISO 19011.This course is recognised by APSCA for CPD purposes, aligned with the APSCA Competency Framework.Our courses are delivered by tutors who are Social Accountability experts and experienced trainers. Your knowledge and skills will be developed through an interactive and practical approach to learning. Case study materials and role-play exercises are used to develop and practice skills in all phases of auditing. Participants are continually assessed and required to complete an end-of-course written examination.

This course is certificated by the Chartered Quality Institute (CQI) and International Register of Certificated Auditors (CQI / IRCA); Course Certification Number, 2142 – PR 366.This course consists of 10 VILT sessions and the final examination.Learners who successfully complete this programme may be eligible to apply for certification by the CQI / IRCA as an auditor, lead auditor or internal auditor within five years of course completion.Other requirements for certification are outlined in this manual and described on the CQI / IRCA website www.quality.org. 

The objective of this course is to provide learners with the knowledge and skills required to perform internal audits of management systems based on the requirements of ISO 9001:2015, ISO 14001:2026 and ISO 45001:2018 (or equivalent), and report on the effective implementation and maintenance of the management system in accordance with ISO 19011.Course detailsDuration: 3 daysAccreditation: SGS certificate of attendance upon completionPrior KnowledgeBefore starting this course, learners are expected to have the following prior knowledge:▪ Management Systems:▪ Quality, environmental and OH&S management:▪ ISO 9001:2015, ISO 14001:2026 and ISO 45001:2018:Course ContentProcess-based QMSAuditing for Continual ImprovementIntroduction to EMS AuditingISO 14001:2026 Interpretation for AuditIntroduction to OH&S MSRisk Assessment: Tools, Techniques and ControlsAudits: Definitions and PrinciplesPlanning and Preparing for the AuditConducting the AuditAudit Reporting and Follow-upAuditor Competence

GHGLV This training course includes modules on an Introduction to Carbon Accounting, GHG inventories and GHG Verification. The GHG verification module content enables participants to understand and apply the verification process according to ISO 14064-3. This includes: Verification Preparation Developing a Verification Approach Strategic Review and Risk Analysis Verification and Sampling Plans Methods for Data and Compliance Verification Materiality Findings Verification Statements The training comprises lecture and workshop exercises. This course is available on-site, tailored to your company’s scope and requirements.  Please contact us for more details on how the SGS Academy can assist with your certification plans - ukacademy@sgs.com / 01276 697 777

The objective of this course is to provide learners with an understanding of the current changes from ISO 14001:2015 to ISO 14001:2026, to be able to maintain compliance with an existing Environmental Management System (EMS).Course DetailsDuration: Half dayAccreditation: SGS certificate of attendance upon completionPrior KnowledgeThere is no prior knowledge expected for this course.Course Content▪ ISO 14001:2026 updates and variations to ISO 14001:2015▪ Introduction of modernised terminology and the “Harmonized Structure”