SBTi Training and Professional Certification
Advance your climate expertise with the SBTi’s new training and certification program.
Launching September 2025, the Science Based Target initiative’s (SBTi) Training and Professional Certification is your gateway to mastering science-based targets.
Designed for professionals at all levels, this dynamic online platform offers a range of interactive learning journeys—from foundational concepts to advanced technical training.
Whether you're new to target setting or looking to deepen your expertise, this program will help you build confidence, sharpen your skills, and stay aligned with the latest SBTi standards and best practices.
Be among the first to access cutting-edge training that supports your climate leadership.
Learning hubs designed for every stage of your journey
SBTi Training and Professional Certification features three tailored hubs, each offering curated modules to match your experience level. No matter your starting point, you’ll find content that's built around your current level of knowledge to help you progress with clarity and confidence.
Onboarding Hub
Perfect for newcomers, the Onboarding Hub offers a clear introduction to science-based targets—what they are, why they matter, and how your organization can get started.
Through short, engaging modules, you'll explore the SBTi’s mission, learn essential technical concepts, and discover your next steps on the target-setting journey.
All content in this hub is free to access.
Modules:
- Introducing science-based targets
- Understanding Technical Concepts
- Starting your Target-Setting Journey
- Introduction to SME route
- Introduction to FLAG
Practitioner’s Hub
Designed for sustainability professionals working across strategy, operations, procurement and reporting, the Practitioner’s Hub helps deepen your understanding of science-based targets and how to apply them in real-world contexts.
Start with the free Exploring modules to unpack the SBTi’s standards, tools, and guidance. Then, take your learning further with the premium Applying modules for advanced learning on practical implementation.
Modules:
- Exploring the GHG Protocol
- Exploring Corporate Near-Term Targets
- Exploring Corporate Net-Zero Targets
- Applying the GHG Protocol
- Applying Corporate Near-Term Targets
- Applying Corporate Net-Zero Targets
Certification Hub
The Certification Hub is designed for expert science-based target practitioners and consultants looking to showcase their expertise. Through a rigorous, assessment-based certification process, this hub enables you to become an SBTi Certified Professional—a recognized mark of advanced proficiency of science-based target setting.
Aimed at those with an in-depth understanding of the SBTi's standards, tools and guidance, certification demonstrates your ability to apply complex concepts and support organizations in their net-zero journeys.
The certification process includes seven assessment sections:
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