REGISTRATION NOW OPEN - TERM 2: 11 SEP - 26 NOV, 2023
The Sustainability Fundamentals
The World’s First Online Course in Sustainable Apparel
REGISTRATION NOW OPEN - TERM 2: 11 SEP - 26 NOV, 2023
The Sustainability Fundamentals
The World’s First Online Course in Sustainable Apparel
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Course Details
Type of Training:
Online education with hands-on assignments
Time Commitment:
Core Curriculum 10 hours (Optional extended course + 10 hours)
Start and End Dates:
Term 2: 11th September – 26th November, 2023
Price:
840 Euros (excluding VAT) per participant (discounts available for groups of 5 or more as well as for microbusinesses, nonprofit organizations and students)
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Who should take this course?
The Sustainability Fundamentals course was created with a carefully selected team of experts and designed for textile and apparel professionals, retailers and brands working within fashion, luxury, sport, outdoor and footwear. The foundational, inspiring content also serves to educate those outside the industry who are interested in sustainability and its pivotal role in fashion and apparel. All functions within a company are encouraged to participate, from sourcing, design, and production, to marketing, sales, and management. The greater the mix of participants and perspectives, the greater the impact of the course.
Åsa Andersson, FM. Sustainability Manager at Peak Performance
“SFA’s Sustainability Fundamentals course provided the perfect foundation and structure for driving internal conversations and actions at Peak Performance. I gathered my team on a regular basis to review the course material and complete the assignments. I also used the course material and meetings as tools to develop our sustainability strategy and create action plans for different functions within the company. Without The Sustainability Fundamentals course, this process would have taken a significantly longer time.”
Jennie McGuirk, Creative Director & Design Strategist at Sunrise Brands
“SFA’s course is well structured, very digestible and the wider reading supports the core curriculum in an engaging way. I am thoroughly inspired by all the different case studies and it is enlightening to learn more about influential people who are already making huge changes throughout the industry. As a student, I could really feel that I was participating with a large, international network of likeminded collaborators, and I know that I will continue to apply the acquired knowledge for years to come.”
Sue Williamson, Established Sustainable Sourcing Partner at ASOS
“The Sustainability Fundamentals online course has helped our people become more informed on key sustainability issues and given them the confidence to be passionate advocates within the business. Those who have completed the course have raised the profile of our work internally, supporting the further integration of sustainability within our day-to-day operations. We are now firmly on the path to achieving our ambitious strategic goals and meeting our broader commitments to education on sustainability.”
How is the course organised?
A largely self-driven course with built in flexibility and optional group work, our course format is thoughtfully designed for busy professionals requiring relevant content and efficient, action-driven learning. In order to provide the flexibility companies need, this course is divided into a Core Curriculum and an Extended Curriculum that is optional.
Assignments in the Core Curriculum are designed to be completed within 10 hours. This means that each module takes an average of 2 hours to complete and learners can complete the course at their own pace within the allocated course time frame. The course includes a mix of online lessons and practical assignments. Learners are required to complete the Core Curriculum if they are to receive a Certificate of Completion.
The Extended Curriculum includes additional lessons and takes between 1 and 10 additional hours to complete. Because the Extended Curriculum is not mandatory, learners with more time and interest can choose how much time to spend on these additional components. The Extended Curriculum is not required for receiving a Certificate of Completion.
A course certificate is awarded to all participants who have sucessfully completed the mandatory elements of the course.
Benefits of the course
Upon completion of the course, participants will be able to:
Understand important key concepts about sustainability and apparel, including circularity
Understand the key sustainability challenges and opportunities during garment production, use and end-of-use
Identify a range of solutions to effectively address these challenges
Understand what their company and other leaders in the industry are doing to address these challenges
Identify how to contribute to improved sustainability performance within a company
Learn how to continue the sustainable journey after the course
QUESTIONS & ANSWERS
Ask us anything!
If you have questions or need advice relating to SFA’s training and offer, we are here to help. Can’t find the answer you’re looking for?
We are offering Sustainability Fundamentals at two occasions in 2023. However, we can offer the course at alternative times to meet your company’s specific needs. Please contact us for more information about the next available course or to find out how we can tailor the course to your specific requirements.
We are currently using the Docebo Learning Management System for our courses. Please contact us to learn about Docebo’s technical requirements or to ensure a smooth interface with your computer system.
This course is currently designed for computers and tablets and both Mac and PC. In the future, participants will also be able to access the course on mobile phones.
Participants who do not complete all the modules by the end of the course will not receive a Certification of Completion. If you or your company require extra flexibility, please speak to us in advance so that we can propose a beneficial solution.
The course assignments require access to Microsoft Word. We also ask participants to take pictures of their clothing during assignments, so it is helpful to have a digital camera. Mobile phone cameras are sufficient.
Yes, this is especially helpful if many employees from your company are participating in the course. Some organisations also use the course modules as an opportunity to gather their learners on a regular basis and debrief them on their learning, discuss how their learning links to their company’s sustainability strategy, and/or to answer any company related questions that might have arisen during the course.
Yes. The course is designed and structured for apparel professionals, but those entering the course with a different background and perspective are welcome on the course. In instances where assignments relate to studying the practices of brands or retailers, you can choose a company to research online and easily create a case out of their reported experience.
Yes. All assignments and company related information are kept confidential. This excludes forum related assignments where students are asked to comment on each other’s ideas in an open forum.
We offer a variety of tailoring options to enhance the learning experience. Please contact us to discuss these options and we will ensure that the course is optimally tailored to match your specific needs.
Participants are able to download module summaries, assignments and links during their course. However, for students needing continued access to the course lessons, assignments and optional material after they’ve completed the course, we recommend our extended course access service, which is offered for a nominal yearly subscription fee. Please contact us for more information.
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