Environmental Health Practitioner (Integrated Degree Apprenticeship)
University of SuffolkIpswich, United Kingdom
Course overview
The Environmental Health Practitioner (Integrated Degree Apprenticeship) is a professionally accredited, work-based learning programme designed to equip you with the knowledge, skills, and competencies to protect and improve public health and environmental quality. | Delivered in partnership with employers, this course combines academic study with practical, on-the-job training in key areas such as food safety, environmental protection, housing, health and safety, and public health. | As an apprentice, you will learn how to assess risks, enforce legislation, and promote sustainable practices that contribute to healthier communities. The course is aligned with the requirements of the Chartered Institute of Environmental Health (CIEH) and prepares learners for registration as Environmental Health Practitioners (EHPs). On successful completion, you will graduate with a full honours degree and the experience needed to launch a professional career in local authorities, private consultancies
Key highlights
- Professionally accredited work-based learning programme delivered in partnership with employers
- Combines academic study with practical on-the-job training
- Covers food safety, environmental protection, housing, and health and safety
- Learn to assess risks, enforce legislation and promote sustainable practices
- Aligned with Chartered Institute of Environmental Health (CIEH) requirements
- Prepares you for registration as an Environmental Health Practitioner
Entry requirements
- A-level: BBC — A-Level: BBC
- BTEC: DMM — BTEC: DMM
- T-level: Merit — T Level: Merit
- GCSE: C/4 or above — to include English, Mathematics
- A-level: CCC — A-Level: CCC
- BTEC: MMM — BTEC: MMM
- T-level: Pass — at Grade C or above
Scholarships
International Merit Scholarship
The awards are £1,000 - £3,000 based on your academic achievements and level of study.
Up to £1,000Vice-Chancellor’s Excellence in Health Scholarship
We will be awarding fifty (50) Vice-Chancellor’s Excellence in Health Scholarships of £4,000 value each in the 2025/26 academic year.
Up to £4,000
Careers this course leads to
- Environmental Health Practitioner
- Environmental Health Officer
- Food Safety Officer
- Health and Safety Officer
- Private Sector Housing Officer
- Environmental Health Consultant
Admission
Applications are made through AHZ at no cost. Share your transcripts, English test scores and personal statement, and your AHZ Counsellor will review your profile, submit your application to University of Suffolk, and guide you through interview, offer, CAS and visa — right up to enrolment.
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