Corp. Responsibility & Sustainability Practitioner Apprenticeship

Course Information

The Level 4 Corporate Responsibility and Sustainability (CR&S) Practitioner Apprenticeship equips individuals with the knowledge and skills to drive meaningful environmental and social change within organisations. Working across public, private, and third sectors, CR&S practitioners act as the social conscience of their organisation, helping to embed responsible business practices into every level of operation.

From influencing internal teams to engaging with external stakeholders, apprentices will learn how to support and implement sustainability strategies that align with corporate goals while addressing broader societal expectations. This course prepares you to make a tangible impact by leveraging business as a force for good.

Entry Requirements

This course is perfect for individuals who are passionate about ethical and sustainable business practices that benefit society and the environment. Before starting, you’ll complete a skill scan to assess your current knowledge and ensure this apprenticeship is the right fit for you. You must also:

Be aged 16 or over
Not be in full-time education
Live in the UK or EEA, and have been continuously for the past 3 years
Have the right to work in the UK
Have a relevant job role where the learning can be applied
Obtain a Level 2 in English and Maths (or equivalent) — this can be achieved during the apprenticeship
Final entry criteria may vary depending on the employer’s discretion

Course curriculum

Knowledge Areas

Project management principles
Change and culture management
CR&S data and metrics
Insight generation and evidence-based analysis
Role of CR&S within organisational and governance structures
Stakeholder management and influencing techniques
Negotiating CR&S project delivery
Data management principles
Effective CR&S event planning
CR&S fundraising principles
Quality assurance methods
Sector-specific factors and their impact
Risk management principles
Horizon scanning techniques
Budget management in CR&S
Sustainable practices across organisational functions

Skills Development

Apply project planning and management tools
Evaluate change initiatives and identify improvement areas
Manage personal CR&S workload effectively
Leverage internal structures for CR&S delivery
Maintain and tailor external stakeholder relationships
Contribute to CR&S performance reporting
Interpret and analyse CR&S data
Plan and execute CR&S events
Implement quality assurance practices
Identify organisational CR&S risks and opportunities
Apply appropriate management techniques
Train colleagues in CR&S principles

Core Behaviours

Proactively champion the CR&S agenda
Show commitment to personal and team development
Operate within authority, seeking guidance when necessary
Support others in achieving CR&S goals within role boundaries
Innovate and add value to CR&S activities objectively
Uphold CR&S decisions and encourage accountability
Act ethically and without judgement

Benefits of this Course

Real-world impact

Work on live projects involving ESG reporting, net-zero planning, community engagement, and supply chain ethics.

Embed sustainability into strategy

Apprentices help align your operations with ESG goals, regulatory expectations, and stakeholder values.

Tailored, business-relevant projects

Learners work on actual organisational challenges, delivering measurable environmental, social, or governance outcomes.

Cross-functional skills

Develop stakeholder engagement, data analysis, policy writing, and communication skills in a meaningful business context.

Why GLP Training

GLP Training empowers individuals and businesses to grow through tailored, industry-focused learning.

GLP Training supports employers in upskilling their workforce, closing skills gaps, and building future-ready teams through flexible, results-driven programmes. At the same time, GLP Training equips individuals with the skills, confidence, and credentials they need to launch or advance their careers through expert-led, hands-on training.

Case Studies

Learner

Peter Hutchinson

Associate Project Manager

Employer

Our Partnership with OCS

Building Skills and Careers in the Facilities Industry

For individuals

What you’ll get

Level 4 Apprenticeship

Corporate Responsibility & Sustainability Practitioner

Duration

15+ months

Delivery Method

The training follows a blended learning model, delivered primarily on-the-job during working hours. A structured learning and assessment plan ensures progress is regularly evaluated throughout the course.

This includes

Monthly 1-to-1 meetings (approx. 2 hours) with a GLP Trainer, either face-to-face or virtually
Online learning modules and group sessions
Building an electronic portfolio of work-based evidence
Maths and English Functional Skills (if necessary). Please click here to learn more.
Around 6 hours per week dedicated to apprenticeship activities
Final assessment by an external examiner, comprising a resourcing project assignment and a professional discussion to complete the qualification

Assessment

To achieve the qualification — graded as Pass, Distinction, or Fail — you will be assessed throughout your apprenticeship, culminating in a final assessment.

The Apprenticeship Assessment begins once your employer confirms that you are consistently performing at or above the occupational standard. The assessment, typically completed over 3 months and delivered by Academy 4 PM, consists of two key components:

Project Report
You will independently complete a 16-week project, resulting in a 5,000-word report. Following submission, you’ll deliver a presentation at least two weeks later, giving assessors time to review your work.
Presentation with Q&A
Based on a defined problem, you’ll present your proposed solutions and rationale. This will be followed by a structured Q&A session.

Your final apprenticeship grade will be determined by the combined score of both assessment methods.

How to Get Started

Whether you’re an employer seeking to upskill your team or an individual candidate, simply click ‘Enquire Now’ and complete the short form. A member of the GLP Training team will be in touch shortly to provide you with more information and guide you through the next steps.