The PECB Certified ISO 14001 Foundation training course provides participants with essential knowledge of environmental management concepts and a comprehensive overview of the ISO 14001 requirements for an Environmental Management System (EMS). This foundational program is designed to introduce the key components of an EMS, enabling participants to understand how organizations can structure their environmental responsibilities and commitments within a systematic framework.
Why You Should Attend
This training course offers a structured introduction to the fundamental aspects of an EMS based on ISO 14001. Through guided instruction, participants will gain insight into critical elements of environmental management, including:
Development and implementation of an environmental policy
Establishment of operational controls
Performance measurement and monitoring
The role of management commitment
Internal audit processes
Management review
Continual improvement mechanisms
Upon successful completion of the training course, participants are eligible to sit for the certification examination. Passing the exam qualifies you to apply for the “PECB Certificate Holder in ISO 14001 Foundation” credential. This internationally recognized certificate validates your professional understanding of ISO 14001 requirements and demonstrates your ability to participate effectively in EMS implementation projects.
Who Should Attend?
The ISO 14001 Foundation training course is intended for:
Managers and consultants seeking to become acquainted with the basic concepts of environmental management
Individuals aiming to guide their organizations toward more sustainable and environmentally conscious operations
Professionals interested in understanding the main requirements of ISO 14001 for an Environmental Management System
Those pursuing a career in environmental management
Learning Objectives
This training course enables participants to:
Understand the basic environmental management concepts, definitions, and approaches.
Become acquainted with the ISO 14001 requirements for an Environmental Management System.
Develop a general understanding of how ISO 14001 requirements can be applied within an organizational context.
Educational Approach
This participant-centered training course features:
Lecture sessions enhanced by clear graphics, practical examples, and facilitated discussions.
Interactive engagement through participant questions, peer exchange, and collaborative learning.
Quizzes designed to simulate the format and rigor of the certification examination, providing effective preparation.
Prerequisites
There are no formal prerequisites to participate in this training course, making it accessible to all professionals beginning their journey in environmental management.
Hybrid coaching for this course is given by Islam Elzayat, a PECB Certified Trainer with more than 17 years of experience in IT governance, cybersecurity GRC, IT audit and IT service management, including more than 500 third-party audit days. Full profile and verified badges.
The course covers two days of content and carries 14 CPD credits. In the self-study format you cover the same material at your own pace.
Yes. The course fee includes the PECB certification and examination fees. If you do not pass, one complimentary retake is available within 12 months of your first attempt.
There are no formal prerequisites to participate in this training course, making it accessible to all professionals beginning their journey in environmental management.
It is available as self-study (English, French) and hybrid learning (English). Choose the format and language before adding the course to your cart.
Hybrid learning combines the self-paced course with one day of one-to-one live coaching with the instructor. The day can be split into a half day before you start studying and a half day before your exam, so you go in prepared.
There is no scheduled live class for this course at the moment. The hybrid option adds one day of one-to-one live coaching with the instructor. Organizations that want a dedicated live session can contact us at [email protected].
PECB issues the certificate. After passing the exam you can apply for the PECB credential for this course. Horus Academy is a PECB Authorized Silver Partner and does not issue the certificate itself.
The exam fully meets the requirements of the PECB Examination and Certificate Programme. It covers the following competency domains:
Domain 1:Â Fundamental principles and concepts of environmental management and environmental management systems
Domain 2: ISO 14001 requirements for an environmental management system – Clauses 4 to 10
After successfully completing the exam, you can apply for the credential shown on the table below.
The certificate requirements for the ISO 14001 Foundation are:
| Designation | Exam | Professional experience | MS audit/assessment experience | EMMS project experience | Other requirements |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| PECB Certificate Holder in ISO 14001 Foundation | Pass the PECB ISO 14001 Foundation exam | None | None | None | Signing the PECB Code of Ethics |
Course agenda
Day 1:Â Introduction to environmental management, EMS, and clause 4-6 of ISO 14001
Day 2:Â Clauses 7-10 of ISO 14001 and certificate exam
