Intermediate Environmental Standards Certified Professional (I-ESCP)
Environmental Standards Professionals are a group of diverse environmental and sustainability professionals. Among them are environmental scientists, technicians, engineers, biologists, auditors, managers, consultants, and executives – all of whom hold essential, specialized knowledge in the environmental sector.
The objectives of the Intermediate Environmental Standards Certified Professional (I-ESCP) Scheme are to:
- Assess, recognize, and hold people accountable as proficient and ethical environmental standards practitioners; and
- Assure governments, industry, educational institutions, and the community of the professional standing of the Intermediate Environmental Standards Certified Professional (I-ESCP) Scheme
Pre-Requisite
Option 1: F-ESCP with at least 3-yrs experience and at least one re-certification
Option 2: Degree holders in Science, Engineering, Environmental Studies, and other related fields and Completion Certificate (Track A – Regular Short Courses or B – Advanced Certificate Courses) of the SPESSE Centres of Excellence
- 2-year environmental standards practical experience
- Degree holders in unrelated fields to commence from F-ESCP and get here after 3 years post F- ESCP experience.
Target Audience
The target audience for the Intermediate Environmental Standards Certified Professional (I-ESCP) Scheme includes Environmental Standards Professionals that intend to practice in Nigeria at all levels in public and private sectors. These are individuals considered to have educational qualifications, technical skills, and practical experience relevant to the Environmental Standards Practice.
Benefits
- Becoming a I-ESCP demonstrates that an individual has been judged to be meeting professional standards, as well as implementing and supporting good environmental practices. This incorporates not only knowledge and awareness, but skills and application of knowledge in practice.
- An I-ESCP must be able to demonstrate:
- Evidence of their contribution to sustainability and environmental management.
- Supervisory or technical responsibility.
- Effective communication and interpersonal skills.
- Personal commitment to professional standards, recognizing obligations to society, the profession, and the environment.
- Using the post-nominal letters “I-ESCP” after your name provides an easy way for professionals to signal this environmental competence and broad professionalism to employers, stakeholders, colleagues, and clients.
For Employers
- Lowering probability of hiring an unqualified person
- Clarifying questions around experience and educational equivalencies of candidates
- Make hiring process more efficient.
- Reducing the costs of onboarding and training
For Talented Professionals
- Be nationally recognized for their experience and skills.
- Have their transferable skills be recognized by employers.
- Grow their network.
- Have exclusive access to professional development opportunities.
Certification Process
Examination Pathway
- Obtain Training from any Centre of Excellence
- Fulfil the Certification Requirements
- Take the recommended Examination.
- Submission of Project work
- Get Certified
Interview Pathway
- Obtain recommended Training from Centre of Excellence
- Fulfil the Certification Requirements
- Work profile as requested.
- Face the Interview panel
- Get Certified
Study Resources
Handful of learning resources to help you prepare for the certifications exam.
Frequently Asked Questions
1. What are the benefits of this certification?
• To Enhance credibility / reputation of Environmental Professionals
• Career enhancement: increased eligibility for promotion, salary increase, increased job opportunities, etc.
• Skill development through rigorous training and testing
• Networking opportunities
2. How do I earn this certification?
• Create an account and fill out the registration form with your details
• Meet Eligibility Requirements
• Complete the Online Training
• Take and pass the online exams and assessments
• Receive Your Certification
3. What is on the exam?
• Exam will be based on the following expertise areas:
-- Knowledge
-- Practical Application
-- Skill Assessment using case studies, possible scenarios, etc.
-- Code of Ethics
-- Legal and regulatory knowledge
-- Knowledge of industry trends and best practices
4. Do I have to take the exam at an exam center, or can it be done remotely (at home)?
5. How to schedule the exam?
• Apply for a certification
• You will be notified upon approval of your application
• You will be notified about the exam schedule