Corporate responsibility & sustainability practitioner
Empowering the next generation of ethical leaders in business and travel.
What is a Corporate responsibility and sustainability practitioner Apprenticeship?
The Level 4 Corporate Responsibility & Sustainability Practitioner Apprenticeship is a ground breaking programme launching with A S Training in September 2025. This nationally recognised qualification is designed to support individuals who want to make a meaningful impact within their organisation by leading on sustainability and social responsibility initiatives.
Open to all industries, but especially relevant to the travel and tourism sector, this apprenticeship empowers learners to be champions of environmental and social change in their workplace. Apprentices will learn how to embed sustainability into the fabric of business operations, from ethical sourcing and carbon reduction to inclusion, wellbeing, and community engagement.
Over a 24-month programme, apprentices will gain hands-on experience while learning the tools to lead corporate responsibility initiatives. Training covers strategic planning, stakeholder engagement, project delivery, reporting, and how to ensure every aspect of the business contributes to a greater social and environmental purpose. It’s a practical, empowering pathway into future-fit business leadership.
Be Part of Something Bigger
This apprenticeship is about more than professional development – it’s about becoming a force for good in a changing world. As climate conscious travellers, investors, and partners expect more from businesses, the role of a Corporate Responsibility & Sustainability Practitioner is vital.
Whether you’re working in a tour operator, cruise brand, travel agency, airport, or destination management company, this qualification helps you play a part in the industry wide shift toward purposeful travel. Apprentices will not only grow personally and professionally but will also help shape the future of how travel can support the planet and its people.
You won’t just be learning skills, you’ll be helping to lead change.
For Employers: Make a Measurable Difference
Forward-thinking employers have a unique opportunity to develop future leaders who can align sustainability with commercial success. By enrolling a team member onto this apprenticeship, you’re not only upskilling your workforce – you’re taking real action to embed values led, sustainable practices across your organisation.
Supporting this apprenticeship means:
- Enhancing brand trust and reputation
- Driving impactful ESG (Environmental, Social, Governance) initiatives
- Meeting customer and partner expectations
- Strengthening long-term business resilience
This is your chance to invest in people and purpose, making your business stronger and more sustainable from the inside out.
Curriculum Outline
Corporate Responsibility & Sustainability Strategy
Stakeholder Engagement & Influence
Social & Environmental Impact
Data & Reporting for Sustainability
Communications & Advocacy
Project & Campaign Management
Risk, Ethics & Governance
Driving Organisational Change
Apprenticeship Overview
Apprenticeship Standard Reference Number
ST0934
Apprenticeship LAR code
622
Apprenticeship Level
Level 4
Maximum Funding band
£14,000
Delivery time
24 – 36 Months Practical + EPA
EPA Awarding Body
Ofqual