About the certification


Sustainability can be defined as meeting the needs of the present without compromising the ability of future generations to meet their own needs, while ensuring a balance between economic growth, environmental care and social well-being.
The Sustainability Practitioner is a certification intended for professionals seeking to validate their advanced knowledge of Sustainability.
The Sustainability Practitioner certification exam is based on the best-known and most widely-used ISO Standards.

The exam covers topics such as Key Terms and Definitions, Sustainability and Sustainable Development, The Benefits of Sustainability, Sustainability Principles and Practices, Sustainability frameworks (The Triple Bottom Line - The Three Pillars of Sustainability, The Three-Legged Stool, and Sustainability Science), Ecological Footprint, The Main Drivers of Ecosystem Change, Clean Energy Solutions (e.g., Renewable Energy, Energy Conservation, and Waste Management and Recycling), The United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), Sustainability Leadership and Governance, and International Standards in Sustainability Management (ISO 14001, ISO 26000, ISO 26000, ISO 31000, ISO 37000, ISO 37301, ISO 45001, and ISO 50001), Certifications in Sustainability (Forest Stewardship Council and The Occupational Safety and Health Administration ), Management The Business Sustainability Framework, Sustainability Reporting, and Global Economic Trends). .

The Sustainability Practitioner certification exam is an online, closed-book, and remotely-proctored exam. It includes 40 questions and the passing score is 70%. You will have 60 minutes to complete the exam.

Validate your advanced knowledge of Sustainability and advance your career.

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Exam details


Exam code

ITC-082

Launch date

February 28, 2023

Exam description

The Sustainability Practitioner exam tests the advanced candidate knowledge of Sustainability in accordance with ISO Standards.

Current version

1.0

Exam format

Multiple choice; Computer-based; Closed book; Online Proctored Exam

Number of questions

40 questions

Passing score

70% (28 out of 40)

Exam duration

60 minutes

Level

Advanced

Languages

English

Exam description

The exam covers topics such as Key Terms and Definitions, Sustainability and Sustainable Development, The Benefits of Sustainability, Sustainability Principles and Practices, Sustainability frameworks (The Triple Bottom Line - The Three Pillars of Sustainability, The Three-Legged Stool, and Sustainability Science), Ecological Footprint, The Main Drivers of Ecosystem Change, Clean Energy Solutions (e.g., Renewable Energy, Energy Conservation, and Waste Management and Recycling), The United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), Sustainability Leadership and Governance, and International Standards in Sustainability Management (ISO 14001, ISO 26000, ISO 26000, ISO 31000, ISO 37000, ISO 37301, ISO 45001, and ISO 50001), Certifications in Sustainability Management (Forest Stewardship Council and The Occupational Safety and Health Administration), The Business Sustainability Framework, Sustainability Reporting, and Global Economic Trends).

RECOMMENDED HOURS OF STUDY

32 hours

Bloom's Taxonomy

Level 2 (Understanding), Level 3 (Applying), Level 4 (Analyzing), and Level 5 (Evaluating)

Recommended reading

• ISO 14001:2015 Environmental management systems - Requirements with guidance for use
• ISO 26000:2010 Guidance on social responsibility
• ISO 31000:2018 Risk management - Guidelines
• ISO 37000:2021 Governance of organizations - Guidance
• ISO 37301:2021 Compliance management systems - Requirements with guidance for use
• ISO 45001:2018 Occupational health and safety management systems - Requirements with guidance for use
• ISO 50001:2018 Energy management systems - Requirements with guidance for use
• UN Sustainable Development Goals

Prerequisites

Pass the ITC-080: Sustainability Foundation exam.

Recommended experience

Six months of work experience in Sustainability

Validity period

Lifetime

Exam Content Outline


   Domains Weight

1. Terms and definitions

10%

2. The Benefits of Sustainability

10%

3. Sustainability Principles and Practices

10%

4. Sustainability Frameworks

15%

5. Clean Energy

10%

6. The UN Sustainable Development Goals

10%

7. Sustainability Leadership and Governance

10%

8. International Standards in Sustainability Management

15%

9. Sustainability Reporting

10%

   Total

100%

How to get certified


1

Browse our certification programs and choose your certification.

2

Discover the exam objectives and prepare for your exam.

3

Register for your online proctored exam.

4

Take your online proctored exam in the comfort of your home or office.

5

Congratulations! You are certified!

Frequently Asked Questions


  • How much does an ITCERTS certification exam cost?

    All exams are available for $150 USD each. Prices may vary slightly by region and currency exchange rates.

  • Are there any prerequisites to take the exams?

    There are no prerequisites to take the exams. ITCERTS recommends that candidates have at least six months of work experience in the area that the certification exam covers.

  • What is the exam retake policy?

    If a candidate does not achieve a passing score on the first attempt, there is no waiting period between the first and the second attempt. If a candidate does not achieve a passing score on the second attempt, the candidate must wait at least 7 days before retaking the exam for a third time. A candidate may not take a given exam any more than three times per year (12 months).

  • How do I register for an Online Proctored Exam?

    Visit the Online Proctored Exam registration page to find complete instructions.

  • Are there any mandatory training to take an exam?

    Training is recommended as part of your certification preparation, but it is not mandatory.

  • Which languages are the exams available in?

    Our exams are currently available in English and Portuguese.

  • Where can I take the exams?

    Exams are delivered online (Online Proctored Exams) and can be taken from anywhere in the world.

  • Do the ITCERTS certifications expire?

    ITCERTS certifications are considered good-for-life and do not expire.

  • How can a potential employer verify my certifications?

    Your employer can verify your certification on our certification verification page. Your certification number will be needed in order to process the verification.

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