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Environmental Law and Sustainability, Certificate

Joseph F. Rice School of Law

Gain advanced education and awareness in legal and policy issues related to the environment, energy and climate.

With no GRE or LSAT required, this certificate provides working professionals, business leaders, advocates and policy makers with advanced legal insight into environmental and sustainability to benefit businesses, nonprofits, research and more. Upon completion, recipients qualify to take the Certified Environmental and Safety Compliance Officer exam.

Program Highlights

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    Gain Proficiency

    Created for working professionals focused on environmental and sustainability issues — no LSAT or GRE required.

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    Flexibility & Convenience

    Learn in 100% online courses that support education without compromising your career and personal life.

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    Industry Credential

    Prepare for credentialing through the Certified Environmental and Safety Compliance Officer exam.

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    Leading Academics

    Access a cutting-edge education from leading environmental law attorneys and professionals.

What You’ll Study

Our 18-hour, post-bachelor’s Environmental Law and Sustainability Certificate provides advanced education and awareness in legal and policy issues related to the environment, energy and climate. Upon completion, recipients qualify to take the Certified Environmental and Safety Compliance Officer exam.

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Building Skills

Gain the professional and personal intelligence it takes to have a successful career.

  • Advocacy

    Promoting or defending a cause or issue often using awareness, education and policy change

    Legal Knowledge

    Interpreting and applying laws and regulations to specific situations or issues

    Public Policy

    Developing, implementing and evaluating strategies and actions to address societal issues and achieve desired outcomes

  • Problem Solving

    Identifying, analyzing and resolving problems or challenges using creative and effective strategies

    Troubleshooting and Analysis

    Identify root causes, determine solutions and restore functionality or improve performance

    Interprofessional Collaboration

    Working with professionals from different disciplines to provide coordinated care or services

Using your degree

Make your college experience the foundation for a successful future.

Potential Careers

  • Regulatory Compliance Officer
  • Environmental Compliance Analyst
  • Ecologist
  • Environmental Justice Advocate
  • Policy Maker
  • Attorney

Workplace Settings

  • Land Development
  • Construction
  • Manufacturing
  • Energy & Utility Companies
  • Business
  • Research

Advanced Degrees

Many degree holders add specialization through advanced degrees.

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