Climate action isn't just the responsibility of sustainability teams – every APS employee has an opportunity to make an impact.
Be part of the solution and help shape a more sustainable APS by enrolling in the final Greening Government Microcredentials course of 2026, developed in partnership with RMIT Online.
Meeting Australian Government Climate Targets course
Whether you're managing contracts, planning travel, overseeing ICT, running projects, managing facilities, supporting procurement activities or looking to build your professional capabilities, you can help reduce the APS’ operational footprint.
This course will help you understand where your work fits into the bigger picture of Australian Government climate targets, and provide practical skills you can apply in your role to make a meaningful impact.
Learn how to communicate the importance of climate action, develop emissions reduction strategies, and apply your knowledge through practical, workplace-relevant projects.
Course details
- 12 October to 23 November 2026 (enrol by 28 September 2026)
- 100% online
- 6 week commitment – approximately 5 hours per week
- $1,200 (inc GST) per course
- No prerequisites – anyone is welcome to enrol
- 1:1 mentoring session with an industry expert
- Weekly webinars via Teams
- Australian Qualification Framework (AQF) Level 3
Course participants reported increased confidence in:
- describing fundamental climate science topics
- describing the role of the Australian Government to meet Australia’s climate commitments
- identifying climate risks and emissions reduction actions for a specific Commonwealth entity
- proposing a practical solution for reducing emissions for a specific Commonwealth entity
- understanding Australia's participation in international climate policies.
Ready to get started?
For full course details and to enrol, visit the RMIT website or contact our Climate Action team.
