This course blends two essentials: practical financial know-how and a clear understanding of your environmental impact. You'll learn how carbon literacy connects with personal budgeting, decision-making, and planning for the future. It's about building a life that's not just sustainable, but secure and fulfilling too.

No previous knowledge is needed. We would recommend however, completing our online test to check your reading comprehension skills before you enrol.

Please use the link below to do the reading test.

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Through presentations, class discusions and looking at practical examples, you will explore the importance of the choices you make to your pocket and the planet.

During the course, you will set your own targets on an individual learning plan, where you can reflect on your progress and what more you want to do. There is no formal qualification attached to this course, but you can receive a Certificate of Completion from the college on request.

You may be interested in one of our other green courses to further fuel your interest and build your knowledge. There is a different one each term.

We also offer accredited courses at Level 1 and Level 2 where a qualification would be useful to you.

You may be eligible for fee reductions or one of our bursaries, please check the Information and Advice section of our website to find out more.

Teachers are supported to ensure their materials are inclusive to meet learners’ needs. Provision of assistive equipment is available and access support can be provided through reasonable adjustments, subject to an interview with the ALS team and/or the Disability Officer. Digital Learning support is available in the Learning Centre.

We offer free support with finding a job, including 1-1 support with job applications, creating a CV or improving your interview skills, as well as advice about progression opportunities. Visit the website for more information or to book an appointment with our Employability Coach.

There are regular cross-college events, external speaker visits, exhibitions, and opportunities for you to get involved in college life. Look out for adverts around the college, iLearn or sign up to Our Newsletter via the website.

Rehab Jameel – Sustainability and Green Skills Tutor

Rehab is a Civil-Structural Design and Sustainable Development Engineer, Sustainability and Environmental Solution Consultant and Educator with over 10 years of international experience in Climate Action, Education and Social Impact. She has worked across the UK, Europe, Africa, and the Middle East, leading engineering projects, curriculum development, community programs and sustainability initiatives supporting diverse and underserved communities.

TEACHING AND LEARNER SUPPORT
Rehab has experience teaching adult learners in inclusive and supportive environments. She uses clear, practical approaches to help learners build confidence and problem-solving. She integrates sustainability into learning. Her teaching connects learning to real-life situations helping learners develop real-world skills for employment, further study, and more sustainable everyday choices.

ACHIEVEMENTS AND CREDENTIALS
- MPhil in engineering for sustainable development – University of Cambridge 2009
- BSc (Hons) civil engineering and structural design
- Developed WM College green skills and sustainability curriculum (2025)
- Delivered multiple adult learning cohorts in Sustainability/Green Skills
- Led 20+ international education and ERASMUS+ projects
- Inspiring migrant woman of the year award 2016
- Community champion awards