BSI Certificate in Environmental Management Systems

The course is a CD-based distance learning programme. Based on the framework provided by the ISO 14001 series of standards, the course provides step-by-step guidance and knowledge to help implement and improve an effective EMS.

Each phase of the course provides an activity for you to complete. Upon completion, the activity is reviewed by a BSI Tutor and feedback provided directly to you. After satisfactory completion of all the phases you will be awarded the BSI Certificate in Environmental Management Systems.

The course Programme will enable you to

• Complete all the actions necessary to be confident about achieving certification for your EMS
• Enhance your knowledge and application of Environmental Management Systems
• Structure your EMS effectively
• Manage the continuous improvement cycle
• Fully understand the EMS Standard requirements - the phases align directly with the stages/phases of BS8555
  • Phase 1 - Commitment and establishing the baseline
  • Phase 2 - Identifying and ensuring compliance with legal and other requirements
  • Phase 3 - Developing objectives, targets and programmes
  • Phase 4 - Implementation and operation of the EMS
  • Phase 5 - Checking, auditing and review
  • Phase 6 - EMS acknowledgement