Learning Outcomes

Course Introduction

Depletion of Natural Resources

Waste Management

Lesson Summary

In this module, you will be introduced to some of the important environmental issues we face and how the course will help you to understand them.  You will meet the two main characters used to present the material.  The module also covers the issues of depletion of natural resources and how we manage waste.

Air Pollution

Water Pollution, Sanitation and Contaminated Land

The Impact of Plastic Pollution

In this module, Naomi and Alison discuss air and water pollution  You will also be introduced to other forms of pollution, including the issue of plastic. Discover how these issues are affecting us.

Climate Breakdown

Loss of Biodiversity

Links Between Environmental Issues

This module is about Climate Breakdown and Biodiversity Loss and the Interrelationships between different environmental issues. The module also includes a summary of the whole course.

Introduction to Environmental Issues - Course Assessment

This free online course introduces a range of today’s critical environmental issues and discusses ways to address them.

Introduction to Environmental Issues

This course aims to give you an understanding of the most pressing environmental issues that we are facing. We will cover resource depletion, waste, pollution, climate change and biodiversity loss. You will discover that all of these issues are interrelated so taking action to resolve one will affect the others. This course delves into the causes of environmental issues and explains what will happen if we do not take action.

The world is currently on the brink of a series of environmental crises that will affect all regions, countries, people and other species that inhabit the earth. The more people who understand these critical issues and their consequences, the greater chance we can make the necessary changes to all aspects of our lives. These changes include how we interact with each other, do business and travel. We have developed this course to introduce several of the most pressing environmental concerns. The material comprises a series of short animations, supplemented by text sections interspersed with knowledge checks. We invite you to watch a series of conversations between two characters. The conversations take place in different settings to highlight each issue. Alison is an interested learner and is Naomi an experienced environmental advisor who explains the problems. Alison's understanding develops as the course progresses and she begins to identify actions she can take.
Learn the differences between renewable and finite natural resources and the need to conserve them. Naomi advises Alison about waste management and questions why householders are not expected to follow the waste hierarchy for managing it. Some waste material becomes pollution and the conversation turns to the problem of air pollution with particular reference to children's health. Naomi and Alison then discuss water pollution and aquatic ‘dead zones’ before moving on to contaminated land and the issue of plastic pollution. We describe the Greenhouse Effect and explain how greenhouse gases aid climate breakdown, making this the most challenging environmental issue. The final critical point is the loss of biodiversity and the idea of a sixth mass extinction.
 Throughout the course, Naomi reminds Alison and students that the environmental issues we face are all related. The case study of deforestation illustrates that resolving one issue may also affect others. This study highlights the importance of ‘systems thinking’. We will provide you with a resource document containing links organised according to each topic to complement the information. This course is relevant to everyone as the subject matter deals with the world in which we live but it is of particular interest to anyone working in the field of Ecology or the environment, including those seeking employment as environmental compliance officers, environmental field technicians or health, safety and environmental specialists.

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Safeguarding and Reporting

Safeguarding Vulnerable Adults

Impact of Abuse and Trauma

Creating Safe Environments and Policies

Communication, Trust, and Multi-Agency Collaboration

This module will introduce you to various professional safeguarding strategies for protecting children and vulnerable adults. You'll explore the causes and impacts of different forms of abuse and trauma. We'll show you how to create a safe environment for children and vulnerable adults cohesively and protect them from harm.

Safeguarding Children and Vulnerable Adults - Course assessment

Empower yourself to safeguard vulnerable individuals, fostering a secure community with this free online course.

Safeguarding Children and Vulnerable Adults

Have you ever felt a personal calling to make a difference in the lives of others? Have you thought of safeguarding vulnerable individuals? This course explores the various forms of abuse, their immediate and long-term signs and how they impact the lives of vulnerable individuals. Discover how to ensure a safe environment for children and vulnerable adults using collaborative approaches and the fundamental principles of safety and well-being

Topic 1: Introduction to Child Protection

Topic 2: International, Regional and National Legal Framework

Topic 3: Alternative Care and Child Safeguarding

Topic 4 : Monitoring and Evaluation in Child Protection

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Comprehensive Child Protection Training Course - Course Assessment

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Comprehensive Child Protection Training 

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The Importance of Safe Food Handling - Part 1

The Importance of Safe Food Handling - Part 2

Organized Efforts for Food Safety

The ServSafe Examination

ServSafe Manager Certification - Sample Questions

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Fundamentals of Serving Safe for Food Handlers - Assessment

This course will describe the methods of protecting food from getting contaminated and the basics of the ServSafe exam.

Fundamentals of Serving Safe for Food Handlers

Safe and hygienic food handling is extremely important to prevent contamination and diseases. This holds especially true for the professionals in the culinary sciences and food management field. Through this course, we have emphasized various areas and practices concerned with the safe handling of foods. We have also focused on the global efforts to ensure food safety along with the ServSafe certification and its various aspects.

Topic 1 : WorkSafeBC Regulations

Topic 2 : Responsibilities of Employers and Workers

Topic 3 : Handle Hazardous Materials Safely

Topic 4: Information to Be Disclosed on an SDS

Topic 5: WHMIS Education and Training

Workplace Hazards and WHMIS: A Guide to Safety and Legal Duties - Assessment

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Workplace Hazards and WHMIS: A Guide to Safety and Legal Duties

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Introduction to Epilepsy

Diagnosing and Classifying Epilepsy with EEG

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Understanding Epilepsy - Course Assessment

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Understanding Epilepsy

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Understanding Defensive Driving Principles

Vehicle Dynamics and Handling

Defensive Observation and Safe Following Distance

Traffic Laws, Regulations and Vehicle Maintenance

In this module, you’ll be introduced to the key concepts of defensive driving and its benefits. We emphasize the importance of anticipating potential hazards and making proactive decisions to avoid accidents. We show you how to use headlights correctly, avoid driving in blind spots, maintain a safe following distance and more.

Defensive Driving in Adverse Weather and Nighttime

Managing Space and Visibility

Defensive Driving in Different Environments

Managing Driver Fatigue and Distractions

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Handling Emergency Situations

Crash Avoidance Maneuvers

Post-Crash Procedures and First Aid

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Comprehensive Guide to Defensive Driving

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Introduction to Domestic Violence and Abuse

The Components of Domestic Violence

Domestic Violence on Victims

Domestic Violence and Abuse on Children

Risks of Domestic Violence and Abuses on Children

Supporting the Victim and Reporting Incidents

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Course Assessment

In this free online course, learn about identifying and reporting domestic violence and abuse in children and adults.

Fundamentals of Domestic Violence and Abuse

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