Integrated Waste Management

Course Overview

The Integrated Waste Management course is a 3-day short course designed to equip participants with practical skills and knowledge to manage waste in an environmentally sound and sustainable manner. Participants will explore the principles of waste management, identify waste streams and learn techniques for waste reduction, reuse, and recycling. This program is ideal for professionals working in the waste management industry, environmentalists, public health officials, and anyone interested in managing waste in an efficient and effective manner. The course is delivered through in-class training only, and participants will receive a KNUST certificate upon completion

Content and Learning

This course will cover the following topic areas:

Unit 1: Introduction to Ghana’s Waste Management Plan
Unit 2: Sources of Waste
Unit 3: Waste Reduction and Reuse
Unit 4: Waste Separation and Recycling
Unit 5: Composting
Unit 6: Integrated Waste Management Planning

Admissions

This course is suitable for professionals working in the waste management industry, environmentalists, public health officials, and anyone interested in managing waste in an efficient and effective manner. There are no specific admission requirements, and interested participants can register for the course online through the KNUST website.

Is this Program for me?

It is suitable for working professionals and anyone interested in enhancing their knowledge and skills in waste management.
• the waste management industry
• public health officials
• environmentalists
• The program is also suitable for anyone who wants to learn how to manage waste in an environmentally sound and sustainable manner.