Technical Associate Certificate in Carbon Accounting

Why train with Arthian?

Delivered by Experienced Carbon Accounting Practitioners

This course is created and delivered by industry leading experts who know what credible carbon accounting looks like in practice. Expect hands‑on learning, real datasets, and example‑driven sessions — not abstract theory.

Designed for real-world application

You will develop the technical capability to apply recognised carbon accounting frameworks — including the GHG Protocol and relevant ISO standards — to produce robust, defensible emissions inventories and disclosures. The course focuses on how these frameworks are interpreted and applied in practice, equipping you to work with real data, make informed methodological decisions, and deliver carbon accounting that stands up to professional scrutiny.

Cohort‑based learning

You’ll join a small group of peers (maximum 15 participants) for an interactive, collaborative learning experience – led by an experienced carbon accounting expert. Build your network, share challenges, and learn alongside others committed to professional excellence.

Career-building value

Successful completion of this ISEP approved course makes learners eligible to join The Institute of Sustainability and Environmental Professionals (ISEP)’s specialist Register of Carbon Accountants and Auditors[PS1.1] at the level of Technical Associate Carbon Accountant (TACA), placing you among the first professionally registered carbon accountants in the world.

Who is this for?

This course is designed for professionals who want to build or strengthen their technical capability in carbon accounting. Whether you are new to the field, transitioning from another discipline, formalising knowledge gained through experience, responsible for organisational emissions reporting, or advising clients on climate and sustainability, this course provides a robust foundation in the principles, frameworks, and practical application of carbon accounting.

If you want the technical grounding and a recognised qualification needed to undertake this work with confidence and credibility, this course is for you.

What You’ll Learn

The course follows the ISEP Approved Technical Associate Carbon Accountant Course Specification[PS2.1] and across 5-days of instructor-led instruction, practical exercises, and real-world examples, you will learn how carbon accounting is applied across organisations, products, and projects, and how to interpret and communicate carbon information credibly.

1. Foundations of Carbon Accounting

Develop a strong understanding of the principles, terminology and ethical responsibilities that underpin credible carbon accounting.

You will learn how to:

• Understand the purpose, goals and limitations of carbon accounting
• Apply the core principles of relevance, completeness, consistency, transparency and accuracy
• Use key carbon accounting terminology and concepts
• Apply baseline concepts across organisational, product and project contexts
• Recognise the ethical responsibilities of carbon accountants

2. Organisational Carbon Accounting (ISO 14064 | GHG Protocol)

Understand how organisations measure and manage their Greenhouse Gas emissions through corporate carbon inventories.

You will learn how to:

• Define organisational and operational boundaries
• Identify and calculate Scope 1, Scope 2 and Scope 3 emissions
• Apply conversion factors and emissions datasets
• Understand emissions sources across the value chain
• Manage data collection, data quality and uncertainty
• Apply materiality and risk-based approaches to emissions reporting

3. Product Carbon Accounting (ISO 14067 | PAS 2050)

Explore how carbon impacts are assessed across the life cycle of products and services.

You will learn how to:

• Apply life-cycle thinking to carbon accounting
• Define system boundaries for product carbon footprints
• Work with inventory data and emissions factors across supply chains
• Calculate product-level carbon footprints
• Identify carbon hotspots and improvement opportunities

4. Project-Level Carbon Accounting (ISO 14064-2 | PAS 2080)

Understand how emissions reductions and removals are quantified at the project or intervention level.

You will learn how to:

• Define project boundaries and interventions
• Establish and apply baseline scenarios
• Understand additionality and carbon impacts
• Quantify emissions reductions and removals using recognised methodologies
• Understand how project-level carbon accounting supports infrastructure and decarbonisation projects

5. Communicating Carbon Information

You will also develop the ability to interpret and communicate carbon data clearly and responsibly.

This includes:

• Writing a GHG methodology report aligned with recognised frameworks
• Analysing and interpreting carbon inventory data
• Mapping and presenting emissions data clearly
• Communicating carbon findings to internal stakeholders and non-technical audiences

6. Practical Skills You’ll Develop

The course is delivered using a practical, example-driven approach, allowing you to apply concepts through exercises such as:

• Developing carbon inventory checklists
• Identifying appropriate emissions factors
• Carrying out emissions calculations
• Interpreting and presenting carbon data

Pricing & Discounts

• Early Bird Rate | £2,250 +VAT
• Standard Rate | £2,750 +VAT
• Group booking discounts available

2026 Course Dates

• 22nd – 26th June 2026

Additional 2026 dates will be released throughout the year.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

How do I secure a place on the course?

Places are limited to 15 participants per cohort to maintain a high-quality learning experience. We recommend booking early to secure the Early Bird rate and your preferred course date.

What is included in the course fee?

Your course fee includes:

• Five days of live instructor-led training
• Access to course materials and exercises
• Participation in a small cohort learning environment
• Assessment and certification for the Technical Associate Carbon Accountant Certificate

Who delivers the course?

The course is delivered by leading carbon accounting practitioners from Arthian who work directly with organisations on carbon measurement, reporting, and climate strategy. This ensures the course reflects how carbon accounting is carried out in practice, using real examples and datasets.

Are group bookings and discounts available?

Yes. Group booking discounts are available for organisations looking to train multiple team members. If you are interested in booking places for a team or discussing in-house delivery, please contact us to discuss options.

How is the course delivered?

The course is delivered as a 5-day instructor-led programme in a live online format. Participants join a small cohort of up to 15 learners, enabling a highly interactive experience with discussion, exercises, and collaborative learning. Sessions are led by experienced carbon accounting practitioners from Arthian.

What qualification will I receive?

On successful completion of the course and assessment, you will receive the Technical Associate Carbon Accountant Certificate.

The course is approved by the Institute of Sustainability and Environmental Professionals (ISEP) and aligns with the official course specification.

Successful learners are eligible to apply to join ISEP’s specialist Register of Carbon Accountants and Auditors at the level of Technical Associate Carbon Accountant (TACA).

Do I need prior experience in carbon accounting?

No. This course is designed to provide a structured introduction to carbon accounting, so prior experience is not required.

Many participants are professionals working in sustainability, environmental management, engineering, infrastructure, or consulting who want to develop credible technical capability in carbon accounting or formalise knowledge gained through experience.