Climate Literacy Training
- Level(s) of Study: Short course; Professional
- Course Fee:
Available at no cost to eligible individuals (see criteria below).
- Start Date(s): Wednesday 15 October 2025
- Duration: 9.30am-4.30pm (one day)
- Study Mode(s): Part-time
- Location: Kirkby-in-Ashfield
- Entry Requirements: More information
Introduction:
Please note: This course is delivered through the Enterprising Ashfield project, which is funded by the Government's Towns Fund. Nottingham Trent University (NTU) is pleased to offer free (fully funded) places on this course to support individuals and employees of businesses that are based in the towns of Kirkby-in-Ashfield and Sutton-in-Ashfield.
The climate crisis is at the forefront of our minds.
Climate Literacy is an awareness of the carbon costs and impacts of everyday activities, and the ability and motivation to reduce emissions, on an individual, community and organisational basis.
The course covers the science of climate change, social equity, and practical strategies for promoting sustainability in personal and professional contexts.
What you’ll study
During this course you will cover:
- Positive Futures Scenarios and Climate Justice
- Climate Science and the matching high impact climate solutions
- Carbon calculation and individual action
- Climate Change Mitigation: a systems approach
- Your own Action Plan
This climate literacy training will help to spread this knowledge and equip everyone with the information to train others about carbon literacy.
This professional development opportunity offers everyone the skills needed to make high-impact changes in private and work settings to reduce carbon emissions.
Our Climate Literacy Training has been developed in collaboration with the UN PRME Champions, the international student organisation ‘oikos International’ and the Carbon Literacy Project.
Climate Literacy training equips you with knowledge about climate change, carbon footprints, and the steps you can take to mitigate your impact.
By the end of the course you will have a better understanding of the science of climate change, policy implications, and the social aspects of environmental action.
Certificate of attendance and digital badge
Upon successful completion of the course, you will receive a digital certificate of attendance and a digital badge powered by Accredible.
Your digital credential is more than just a certificate – it’s secure, verifiable, and protected against fraud through encryption and blockchain technology.
They also come with detailed metadata, including an overview of the skills you have achieved on the course, evidence of completion, and assessment criteria if appropriate.
Share your achievements seamlessly with friends, customers, and potential employers online, and proudly add your badge or certificate to social media platforms such as LinkedIn, so all the right people can see it.
How you’re taught
The course will be delivered in-person from the Summit Centre in Kirkby-in-Ashfield.
You will receive 6.5 contact hours of quality tuition with an experienced tutor.
Contact hours
Wednesday 15 October 2025, 9.30am-4.30pm (one day)
We also have a Carbon Management course, see full details here.
Entry requirements
Level: Beginner
Entry requirement: The Climate Literacy training is open to anyone interested in learning about climate change and sustainability.
You should have a genuine interest in reducing their carbon footprint and taking climate action.
The course is designed to be accessible to a wide range of individuals, from beginners to those with some prior environmental knowledge.
You must be over the age of 18 in order to attend this course.
Fees and funding
This course is available at no cost to eligible participants.
If you live or work outside the eligible postcode area, you can join our fee-paying short courses delivered on the City Campus.
How to apply
If you have any questions about this course, you can email EnterprisingAshfield@ntu.ac.uk or call us at +44 (0)115 848 2813.
