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ISO 14001 Overview (1 Day)

Understand, Apply, and Improve Your Organisation’s Environmental Performance
* This course runs in-house only.

Introduction

This one-day training course provides a structured overview of the ISO 14001 Environmental Management System (EMS) standard. It is designed to equip learners with the knowledge and confidence to understand the core requirements of ISO 14001 and explore how these can be applied within their own organisation.

Through practical examples and real-world insights, this course supports organisations that wish to implement an effective EMS or simply improve environmental performance without seeking formal certification. It is ideal for those committed to sustainability and operational efficiency.

Course Overview

Who Should Attend?

This programme is ideal for individuals involved in designing, developing, or supporting an Environmental Management System (EMS), or those wishing to reduce their organisation’s environmental footprint. It is suitable for:

  • Environmental officers and coordinators
  • Health & safety, quality, or compliance personnel
  • Line managers and team leads with operational responsibility
  • Sustainability professionals and advisors

English Language Competency


A good standard of written and spoken English is important to engage effectively with this programme. While formal certification (e.g. IELTS) is not required, learners whose first language is not English should have a self-assessed proficiency equivalent to IELTS 5.5–6.0 or CEFR level B2.
This level of competence will support learners in understanding course materials, contributing to discussions, and completing assessments where applicable.

Learning Outcomes

On successful completion of this course, learners will be able to:

  • Describe the purpose and structure of an Environmental Management System (EMS)
  • Explain the key requirements of ISO 14001
  • Identify and assess significant environmental aspects and impacts
  • Set meaningful environmental objectives and plans to achieve them
  • Understand environmental planning and control
  • Describe key elements of EMS audits and management review
  • Recognise the importance of relevant EU and Irish environmental legislation

Learners will leave with practical insights to enhance their organisation’s environmental performance.

Course Contents

This course offers learners a clear and practical overview of ISO 14001 requirements and how to interpret them in the context of their organisation.

Topics include:

  • Introduction to environmental management principles
  • Requirements of ISO 14001 and EMAS Regulation
  • Initial Environmental Review (IER)
  • Defining the scope of an EMS
  • Environmental policy development
  • Identifying environmental aspects and impacts
  • Setting objectives and targets
  • Operational control
  • Competence, awareness, and communication
  • EMS audit and review
  • Environmental legislation and compliance evaluation
  • Comparison and requirements of standards
  • Role of third party auditors/certification bodies

The course is interactive and designed to encourage active engagement. It can also be tailored to reflect the specific context, priorities, and challenges of any organisation, ensuring direct relevance and meaningful outcomes.

Course Tutors

This course is delivered by expert tutors with extensive industry experience and practical insight into EMS implementation.

  • Elizabeth Walker 
  • Finbarr Stapleton 
  • Gerry Higgins 
  • Peter Fleming 

Our tutors ensure learners are supported throughout with real-world examples and ongoing guidance.

How Do We Train to Support You?

Our training approach is highly interactive, practical, and tailored to ensure learners gain real-world competence.

  • Pre-training consultation for in-company courses to customise delivery
  • Access to comprehensive course materials
  • Expert tutor support during and after training
  • Available as Public Virtual Training or tailored In-Company delivery
  • Class sizes are limited to approximately 12-15 to support personalised learning

Learners are supported every step of the way to ensure lasting value and application.

Learner Pathway

This course provides a strong foundation in Environmental Management. Learners may progress to:

  • ISO 14001 Internal Auditor
  • ISO 14001 Implementation
  • ISO 14001 Lead Auditor
  • Integrated Management Systems (IMS) training
  • Environmental Legislation workshops

Upcoming Public Dates

Check out our public course dates below.

Public Course Dates

20-21 March 2026
19-20 JUNE 2026
16-17 JULY 2026

Virtual

22 Jun 2026

Virtual

13 Jul 2026

Virtual

14 Sep 2026

Virtual

07 Dec 2026

Course Details

Duration:
1 Day
Delivery Format:
Onsite or Virtual
Language:
English
Price:
€420

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