EMPOWER SUSTAINABILITY ADVOCATES ACROSS YOUR BUSINESS
The Level 4 Corporate Responsibility & Sustainability Practitioner apprenticeship is designed to develop future retail leaders who are passionate about sustainability and equipped with the business skills and ethical insights necessary to drive meaningful change in the industry.
This programme helps learners champion sustainable practices by exploring key areas like fibre sourcing, post-consumer recycling, stakeholder engagement and ethical leadership. Learners who complete this apprenticeship will help innovate and drive social and environmental change for your business.
KEY INFORMATION
- Drives innovation and ambition for social and environmental change
- Develops knowledge in sustainable & ethical practices
- Widens lense on transparency through fibre to post-sale study
APPRENTICESHIP DETAILS
The Level 4 Corporate Responsibility & Sustainability (CR&S) Practitioner apprenticeship is designed to equip retail leaders with the skills and knowledge to drive meaningful change, promoting sustainability and ethical practices across the industry.
- Open cohort starts in February
- Closed cohorts can start at any time
- Hybrid, online and in-person delivery
- Practical experience balanced with theoretical learning
This apprenticeship equips your employees with the tools and knowledge to embed sustainability as a core part of your business. Learners will discover how to identify relevant social and environmetal risks to the business, collect and analyse CR&S data, and own and deliver initiatives and campaigns that contribute to the business's CR&S strategy.
This programme will develop a new generation of retail professionals who champion sustainability and ethical leadership. The course covers technological advances and strategic thinking for impact and KPIs, and learners will also learn to quality-assure internal and external projects and campaigns to ensure that CR&S activities are compliant with regulatory standards.
The Level 4 Corporate Responsibility & Sustainability Practitioner apprenticeship costs £14,000 per learner which includes End-Point Assessment.
Apprenticeships can be funded from your Apprenticeship Levy or by Government Co-Invest. If you do not pay the Levy, the Government will fund 95% of the programme, meaning you pay as little as £700 per person you enrol. We are also able to offer privately funded places for any employees not eligible for apprenticeship funding. For further information about funding options, eligibility and costs, please contact us.
- Bespoke off-the-job learning plan
- Programme Manager overseeing the learner journey and apprentice experience
- Delivery of the programme by retail experts
- Blend of sessions including online learning, webinars, in-person workshops, and individual coaching and support
- Preparation and support for End-Point Assessment
- Dedicated Client Manager
- Access to FRA resources including WGSN, LinkedIn Learning, Global Data, Business of Fashion, Fashion/Beauty Monitor and Drapers
- Online e-Portfolio
- Monthly progress report
Duration: 18 months
The Level 4 Corporate Responsibility & Sustainability Practitioner programme typically takes 18 months to complete, followed by a period of end-point assessment.
Open Cohort Intakes
February/March
Closed Cohorts
We can begin a closed intake apprenticeship at any time that suits your brand. We require a minimum of 10 learners to offer a closed cohort for Level 4 Corporate Responsibility & Sustainability Practitioner apprentices.
For our closed-access programmes, the programme duration and delivery model can be flexible to support business objectives – please get in touch to find out more about the options available.
Off-the-job learning is delivered through a combination of full day and half day group workshops approximately every 2-3 weeks, which may take place online or in person.
Project & Change Management
- Principles and tools for project, change, and culture management.
- Balancing workload and prioritizing demands.
- Budget and risk management for CR&S projects.
- Quality assurance and event management techniques.
Data & Insight for CR&S
- Identifying and managing CR&S data sources and metrics.
- Reporting on CR&S delivery and strategy.
- Horizon scanning and researching best practices.
Strategy Development & Organisational Alignment
- Developing and applying CR&S strategies aligned with organisational and sector frameworks.
- Understanding CR&S influence on talent, reputation, and branding.
- Using organisational strengths and managing internal/external partners.
Stakeholder Engagement & Communication
- Managing and influencing stakeholder relationships.
- Tailor communication across forms and audiences.
- Negotiation and reporting skills for CR&S projects.
- Promoting mutual benefits and managing risks in external engagement.
Ethics, Sustainability & Compliance
- Ethical data use, corporate responsibility, and sustainability principles.
- Applying sector-specific legislation, guidance, and best practice.
- Promoting equity, diversity, inclusion, and responsible behaviour.
Leadership, Motivation & Team Development
- Motivating and managing teams to meet CR&S requirements.
- Coaching, training, and supporting continuous learning.
- Leading with integrity, accountability, and innovation.
Technology & Digital Solutions
- Applying IT tools to support CR&S issues and projects.
- Data management and secure handling for CR&S.
End-point assessment
For the Level 4 Corporate Responsibility & Sustainability Practitioner Apprenticeship, end-point assessment is provided by EFI Awards. EPA typically takes 3 months to complete.
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