ZERO WASTE MANAGER COURSE

Funded

Course Duration

16.0 hr(s)

Mode of Assessment

Short Answer Questions and Case Study

Who Should Attend

  • Zero Waste Managers, especially those from companies under the National Environment Agency (NEA)’s Mandatory Waste Reporting (MWR) scheme such as large hotels, malls, industrial premises, and convention and exhibition centres.
  • Entrepreneurs and Managers interested in integrating sustainable waste management practices into their organizations to reduce environmental impact.
  • Waste Management Professionals who are already engaged in waste management roles, looking to stay updated with the latest practices and regulations.
  • Sustainability Officers who are tasked with promoting sustainable practices within organizations and communities, aiming to broaden their expertise in zero waste management.
  • Environmental Enthusiasts who are enthusiastic about making a positive impact on the environment and wish to gain in-depth knowledge of zero waste management strategies.

Course Overview

The Zero Waste Manager Course is designed to equip participants with the knowledge and skills to implement and monitor 3R efforts, integrate the 3Rs into the organisational culture of companies, and comply with regulatory requirements on waste management such as NEA’s MWR scheme. The course covers waste management policies, regulations, and best practices, emphasising the principles of Reduction, Reuse, and Recycling (3R) for sustainable waste management.

Course Schedule

Next available schedule

Course Objectives

Upon completing this course, participants will be able to:

  • Describe waste issues, waste management policies and regulations
  • Understand Mandatory Waste Reporting and its requirements
  • Identify General Waste Collectors and types of waste
  • Understand 3R (Reduction, Reuse and Recycling) and implement 3R Programme(s)
  • Communicate effectively with all stakeholders

Pre-requisites

The admission requirements are:

  • Competent in using MS Excel (Microsoft Excel 2007 and later) and/or Google application (e.g. Google Sheets, Google Drive)
  • Hardware & Software
    • This course will be conducted as a Virtual Live Class (VLC) via Zoom platform or Physical Face-to-Face Classroom Training
    • Participants must own a Zoom account and have a laptop or a desktop with “Zoom Client for Meetings” installed. Download from zoom.us/download.
    • For VLC class, participants need to have their own laptops with Microsoft Excel (Microsoft Excel 2007 and later) installed and have access to Google application.

System Requirement

Must-have:
Please ensure that your computer or laptop meets the following requirements.

  • Operating system: Windows 10 or MacOS (64 bit or above) 
  • Processor/CPU: 1.8 GHz, 2-core Intel Core i3 or higher 
  • Minimum 20 GB hard disk space 
  • Minimum 8 GB RAM 
  • Webcam (camera must be turned on for the duration of the class) 
  • Microphone 
  • Internet Connection: Wired or Wireless broadband 
  • Latest version of Zoom software to be installed on computer or laptop prior to the class. 

Good-to-have:

  • Wired internet connection
    Wired internet will provide you with stable and reliable connection. 
  • Dual monitors
    Using a dual monitor setup will undoubtedly improve your training experience, enabling you to simultaneously participate in hands-on exercises and maintain engagement with your instructor. 

Not recommended:
Using tablets are not recommended due to their smaller screen size, which could cause eye strain and discomfort over the course of the program's duration.

Course Outline

  • Waste Management in Singapore
  • Regulations and Other Requirements
  • Roles and Responsibilities of Zero Waste Manager
  • Implementing 3R Programmes for an organisation
  • Adoption of Best Practices

Certificate Obtained and Conferred by

Certificate of Completion from NTUC LearningHub
Upon meeting at least 75% attendance and passing the assessment(s), participants will receive a Certificate of Completion from NTUC LearningHub.

Additional Details

Medium of Instruction: English
Trainer to trainee ratio: 1:20

Mode of Delivery: Virtual Live Class (VLC) via Zoom or Physical class

Price

Course Fee and Government Subsidies

  

Individual Sponsored 

Company Sponsored 

 

Non-SME 

SME 

Before GST 

With GST 

Before GST 

With GST 

Before GST 

With GST 

Full Course Fee
(For Foreigners and those not eligible for subsidies)

$800.00

$872.00

$800.00

$872.00

$800.00

$872.00

For Singapore Citizens aged 39 years and below
and
For all Singapore Permanent Residents
(The minimum age for individual sponsored trainees is 21 years)

$400.00

$472.00

$400.00

$472.00

$240.00

$312.00

For Singapore Citizens aged 40 years and above

$240.00

$312.00

$240.00

$312.00

$240.00

$312.00

 

Funding Eligibility Criteria

Individual Sponsored Trainee

Company Sponsored Trainee

  • Singapore Citizens or Singapore Permanent Residents
  • From 1 October 2023, attendance-taking for SkillsFuture Singapore's (SSG) funded courses must be done digitally via the Singpass App. This applies to both physical and synchronous e-learning courses.
  • Trainee must pass all prescribed tests / assessments and attain 75% competency.
  • NTUC LearningHub reserves the right to claw back the funded amount from trainee if he/she did not meet the eligibility criteria.
  • Singapore Citizens or Singapore Permanent Residents
  • From 1 October 2023, attendance-taking for SkillsFuture Singapore's (SSG) funded courses must be done digitally via the Singpass App. This applies to both physical and synchronous e-learning courses.
  • Trainee must pass all prescribed tests / assessments and attain 75% competency.
  • NTUC LearningHub reserves the right to claw back the funded amount from the employer if trainee did not meet the eligibility criteria.

 

Remarks

Individual Sponsored Trainee

Company Sponsored Trainee

SkillsFuture Credit:

  • Eligible Singapore Citizens can use their SkillsFuture Credit to offset course fee payable after funding.

UTAP:

  • This course is eligible for Union Training Assistance Programme (UTAP).
  • NTUC members can enjoy up to 50% funding (capped at $250 per year) under UTAP.

Absentee Payroll (AP) Funding: 

  • $4.50 per hour, capped at $100,000 per enterprise per calendar year.
  • AP funding will be computed based on the actual number of training hours attended by the trainee.
  • Note: Courses / Modules under Professional Conversion Programme (PCP) will not be eligible for AP funding claim.

 

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Prices are subject to other LHUB miscellaneous fees.

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