Technical Associate Certificate in Carbon Accounting Training
The path to professional registration as a carbon accountant
Following our recent launch of the Technical Associate Certificate Course Specification with the Institute of Sustainability and Environmental Professionals (ISEP), we are delighted to announce our first CAA-hosted course, powered by MyCarbon. This course has now been approved by ISEP.
This 5-day instructor-led course has been built from the ground up to provide you with the skills and practical understanding required to meet the competency expectations for the ‘Technical Associate’ level of the professional Register for Carbon Accountants and Auditors (RCAA). It will be delivered by MyCarbon’s expert team, leveraging the CAA community platform’s in-built LMS capabilities as the hosting tool.
All of the details on what’s included, training dates, pricing and FAQ’s can be found below. We are limiting each cohort to 15 delegates, so book now to secure your space on one of the first groups!
Why this course?
This 5-day course has been designed and delivered by industry experts who helped build the standard.
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Approved as meeting the ISEP-accredited competency framework and course specification.
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Move beyond theory to learn how to apply GHG protocols, ISO standards, and data analysis in the real world.
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Understand materiality, uncertainty and ethical responsibilities to prevent greenwashing and produce audit-ready work.
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Our online and in-person courses are delivered in a cohort-based way, allowing you to connect with fellow professionals as part of your learning journey.
Who is this for?
Aspiring or early-stage carbon accountants in particular will find this course invaluable.
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Those looking for a credible, foundational qualification to start their career in carbon accounting.
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For those in the early stages of their career in carbon accounting who need to formalise their skills and gain an accredited certification.
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Those needing to upskill for mandatory reporting to ensure their work is robust and credible.
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Companies looking for a trusted training solution to ensure professional excellence and retain talent.
No previous experience in carbon accounting is necessarily required, just curiosity, drive and a readiness to learn.
What you’ll learn
Across five days of guided expert instruction, you will develop hands-on skills in:
Corporate Carbon Accounting (Scopes 1, 2 and 3)
Setting boundaries and base years
Managing data collection and data quality
Understanding emissions sources across all 15 Scope 3 categories
Producing credible disclosures
Product Carbon Footprinting
Understanding cradle-to-grave emissions
Working with inventory data
Identifying hotspots and improvement opportunities
Project-Level Emissions & Removals
Understanding interventions and their carbon impacts
Introduction to baselines and reduction assessments
Cross-Cutting Skills
Avoiding common accounting errors
Understanding greenwashing risks
Communicating carbon findings clearly
Interpreting technical guidance responsibly
All content is delivered using a practical, example-driven approach suitable for early-career practitioners.
“As someone who has hired many sustainability consultants over the years, I have rarely seen university degrees that equip people for the real work of carbon accounting.
This is the course I wish I could have sent my new starters to, saving me the time and effort of training people internally!”
2026 Course Dates
Confirmed live online cohorts:
23rd - 27th February
16th - 20th March
13th - 17th April
22nd - 26th June
13th - 17th July
You will be asked to select your preferred dates during booking. Additional 2026 dates will be released later in the year.
Pricing
Benefits for early bookings:
Super early bird = £1,995 + VAT (available until 1st Jan 2026)
Early bird = £2,395 + VAT (available until end of Q2 2026)
Standard rate = £2,795 + VAT
Special Offers
Group discounts and concessionary rates available.
Full (paying) CAA Members receive £50 off.
FAQs
Frequently Asked Questions answered…
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Yes, discounts are available for delegates from the same organisation booking together:
15% off for groups of 3-4
20% off for groups of 5+
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Yes, 25% off for registered charities, non-profits, and academic institutions.
(Maximum of two concessionary spaces per cohort).
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Yes, the course is accredited by the Institute of Sustainability and Environmental Practitioners (ISEP) in alignment with the competencies required for Associate-level registration.
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Yes, the course has been approved by ISEP. It provides the training component needed for eligibility at Technical Associate level.
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No. This course is structured to support beginners, whilst also stretching early-career professionals.
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Cohorts are deliberately capped at 15 participants to maximise live interaction and personalised support.
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Live online, instructor-led sessions delivered across five consecutive days with a UK working day timezone.
Be among the first professionally-registered carbon accountants in the world!
Spaces are limited to 15 delegates per cohort, so we encourage people to book early and secure their places at the discounted rates.