Award in Preventing Plastic Pollution Level 1 (KEN26S026)

Curriculum area: Greener Curriculum

• Start date: Friday, 8 January 2027
• End date: Friday, 19 March 2027
• Number of weeks: 10
• Time: 10:00 - 12:00
• Delivery type: In-person
• Venue: Kendal Library, Stricklandgate, Kendal, Cumbria. LA9 4PY
• Tutor: Julie Smith
• Free Course

This offering is not yet available for enrolment, please return within three months of the start date to enrol. Contact your local centre using the details below for more information.

About the course

If you would like to learn more about man's impact on the environment, the Level 1 Award in Preventing Plastic Pollution will introduce you to the types and uses of plastics, the methods used to manage plastic waste and the ways plastic pollution can be reduced. You will also look at plastic pollution's particularly harmful impact on the marine environment and animals.

How the course will be delivered

The course will be delivered by one of our specialist tutors. You will be taught in one of our centres or in our virtual classroom (via Zoom).

Activities will often include discussions, group and pair work, written work, Q&A and worksheets. Your tutor will ensure that the lessons are engaging, interactive and supportive.

What you'll need to bring

You need to bring a pen, notebook and any other items guided by your tutor. If your course is in our online classroom (Zoom) you will need a computer, smart phone or tablet and a good internet connection.

Entry requirements

As this is a level 1 course you should have an English qualification at entry level 3 or above. This could be a GCSE or an equivalent such as a functional skills qualification. You will also need to undertake an initial assessment to determine if this is the right level for you.

Next steps

If you want to keep learning we have a range of other courses you can progress to. These include other greener courses as well as health and wellbeing, employability, digital, maths and English. At the end of your course your tutor will discuss the options for further learning with you.

Additional transferable skills:

Problem solving, verbal communication, digital skills

Contact us

Centre: Kendal Adult Learning
Contact number: 01539 713257
Email address: kendaladultlearning@westmorlandandfurness.gov.uk