Certification - What, why, how?
Certification - What, why, how?
Who can get certified?
Currently we certify zero waste trainers. There are several competencies required in order to get certified.
Why be a certified Trainer?
The world is full of training of varying qualities. As a certified Zero Waste Trainer, you stand out from the crowd with your teaching skills. ZWE and MiZA prefer certified trainers to carry out training activities on their behalf.
Options to obtain the competencies
The easiest way to build the competences needed for the certification is to participate in a specific training for zero waste trainers. We organize training opportunities at least yearly together with our training partners.
However, if you think you already have the competences, you can request the verification without a training.
The process of obtaining the certificate
If you have the competencies, getting the certificate is easy. We walk you through the steps.
The next opportunity to get certified is during the first two weeks of June 2025. Book your assessment by the end of April to secure your spot for that round!
Who conducts the verification?
All Zero Waste Trainer assessments are carried out by qualified experts to ensure a fair, consistent, and professional evaluation process. Each assessment involves two assessors who bring a combination of practical experience and educational expertise.
To maintain high standards, assessors must meet the following criteria:
- Professional Background: Both assessors must either be certified Zero Waste Trainers or hold a degree in educational psychology.
- Teaching Experience: Each assessor must have at least three years of experience teaching sustainability-related topics.
- Zero Waste Expertise: At least one assessor must have a minimum of three years of professional experience in zero waste or circular economy work.
- Training Involvement: At least one assessor must have previously served as a trainer in a Zero Waste Trainer training.
- Impartiality: To ensure objectivity, at least one of the assessors must not have been a trainer for the applicant during their own Zero Waste Trainer training.
These criteria ensure that every assessment is led by professionals with both subject matter expertise and a strong foundation in adult learning principles.
