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Joseph F. Rice School of Law – Environmental Law Program

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Become a Sustainability Specialist

Sustainability professionals are in demand throughout the global economy. Enhance your focus in environmental compliance and sustainability with flexible, online legal training from the award-winning University of South Carolina Joseph F. Rice School of Law.

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Career-Building Certification

Our 18-hour, post-bachelor’s Environmental Law and Sustainability Certificate provides advanced education and awareness in legal and policy issues related to the environment, energy and climate. Upon completion, recipients qualify to take the Certified Environmental and Safety Compliance Officer exam. 

  • Gain Proficiency

    Created for working professionals focused on environmental and sustainability issues — no LSAT or GRE required.

  • Flexibility & Convenience

    Learn in 100% online courses that support education without compromising your career and personal life.

  • Industry Credential

    Prepare for credentialing through the Certified Environmental and Safety Compliance Officer exam.

  • Leading Academics

    Access a cutting-edge education from leading environmental law attorneys and professionals. 

 

Turn Your Interest into an Advantage

With no GRE or LSAT required, it’s a rare opportunity for working professionals, business leaders, advocates, policy makers and scientists to gain advanced legal insight in the areas of environmental and sustainability that can help business, nonprofits, research and more.

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