The Green Career Guide has been created to help you jump start your green career. This is a step by step guide to help you land a green job. It incorporates interactive exercises and real-world insights to help you on your career change. Download the guide and start your green journey!
A career in sustainability offers the unique opportunity of working in a career you are passionate about while making a positive impact on the planet. Green jobs are a rapidly growing and dynamic field. As global awareness of environmental issues rises, the demand for professionals with green skills is surging across industries.
According to the PWC green jobs barometer the demand for green jobs is soaring at four times the rate of the overall UK employment market. By pursuing a career in sustainability, you'll be at the forefront of innovative solutions, helping businesses and communities transition to more sustainable practices. Not only does this career path provide the satisfaction of contributing to a healthier planet, but it also offers diverse job opportunities, job security, and the potential for professional growth and advancement.
We are the global professional body for over 21,000 individuals and 300 organisations working, studying or interested in the environment and sustainability. We are the professional organisation at the centre of the sustainability agenda, connecting business and individuals across industries, sectors and borders.
With IEMA you gain access to unparalleled training, networking, and career development resources to jump start your green career. Take a look at some of our benefits:
IEMA offers a variety of professional recognitions that correspond to different levels of membership. Each of them helps you demonstrate your commitment and level of expertise in sustainability. Each membership level is tied to a professional standards to help guarentee your level of knowledge.
IEMA provides a recognise suffix that helps you demonstrate your skills as well as a digital badge that you can use on your email signature or social platform to demonstrate to any potential employer your level of expertise on sustainability increasing your visibility.
These credentials are highly respected by employers and signal to them that you have the skills, knowledge, and dedication to thrive in the sustainability sector
When you join IEMA, you gain access to a wide range of resources designed to support your transition to a green career. These include:
IEMA’s comprehensive resources will support you every step of the way as you transition into a rewarding and impactful career in sustainability.
£263* Application fee and year 1 membership fee
IEMA offers two options to gain associate membership:
Online Multiple Choice Exam
If you already possess the necessary environment and sustainability knowledge, you can directly register for the IEMA exam. This one-hour online multiple-choice exam allows you to choose between environment or sustainability-focused questions.
Explore the Associate Standard to understand the learning outcomes, assessment criteria, and required content. Complete the application form by clicking on the button below.
The IEMA Foundation Certificate in Environmental Management prepares you with essential knowledge and skills to establish your competence in the field. This course offers flexible learning options, including classroom sessions and e-learning, catering to your preferred learning style. It's a perfect starting point for those new to environmental management.
*Please note that fees may vary depending on the Training Partner.
At IEMA, we make it easy to assess how your skills align with sustainability roles. Our Sustainability Skills Map helps you understand which skills are needed for a sustainability or environmental professionalso you can understand which of your skills are tranferable. You can also take advantage of our Skills Gap Analysis tool to identify gaps and areas for development, ensuring you’re fully prepared for a career in sustainability.
