Training

UEBT provides online training on a variety of topics through our Learning Platform. Some topics are available for specific stakeholders and others are available to all. Each topic is presented in a series of short videos delivered by UEBT experts, followed by links to download more resources.

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UEBT provides training on a variety of topics for all stakeholders. Descriptions of the topics available are below.

  
      Topic
      Description
      Length
    
      UEBT standard
      Introducing UEBT, the standard, UEBT's verification and certification solutions, a zoom into the principles including the usual challenges faced and the practices to address these challenges.
      2-3 hours
    
      Biodiversity requirements in the UEBT standard
      Diving into UEBT's biodiversity requirements on conservation and sustainable use. Learn our criteria and indicators as well as aspects to consider in meeting these. UEBT tools that can help you.
      About 4 hours
    
      Ingredient Certification
      Introducing the UEBT Ingredient Certification programme (including the UEBT/Rainforest Alliance Herbs & Spices programme), including the tools available and the process followed in certification audits.
      2-3 hours
    
      Herbs & Spices Supplement
      Learn about the Rainforest Alliance's requirements that are part of the UEBT/Rainforest Alliance Herbs & Spices programme.
      About 1 hour
    
      Intro to ABS
      An overview of key principles of access and benefit sharing (ABS) and the ABS legal framework. It outlines how ABS principles and rules impact sectors and companies.
      1-2 hours

Topic	Description	Length
UEBT standard	Introducing UEBT, the standard, UEBT's verification and certification solutions, a zoom into the principles including the usual challenges faced and the practices to address these challenges.	2-3 hours
Biodiversity requirements in the UEBT standard	Diving into UEBT's biodiversity requirements on conservation and sustainable use. Learn our criteria and indicators as well as aspects to consider in meeting these. UEBT tools that can help you.	About 4 hours
Ingredient Certification	Introducing the UEBT Ingredient Certification programme (including the UEBT/Rainforest Alliance Herbs & Spices programme), including the tools available and the process followed in certification audits.	2-3 hours
Herbs & Spices Supplement	Learn about the Rainforest Alliance's requirements that are part of the UEBT/Rainforest Alliance Herbs & Spices programme.	About 1 hour
Intro to ABS	An overview of key principles of access and benefit sharing (ABS) and the ABS legal framework. It outlines how ABS principles and rules impact sectors and companies.	1-2 hours

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As an auditor working within a UEBT-authorised certification body, or as a UEBT assessor in the fivle verification programme, you are required to complete training modules designed especially for you.

After self-registering in the Learning Platform, your dashboard will show the modules available. Enroll in a course and you can begin learning. Descriptions of these modules are below.

In addition to the special modules for auditors and assessors, you should also take the Biodiversity Requirements module and the Intro to ABS module (see descriptions under ‘Training for all stakeholders.’)

  
      Topic
      Description
      Objectives
    
      CB1 - General Information for Certification Bodies
      An introductory course for auditors and CB coordinators with general information on the relationship between UEBT & CBs
      
        To have a clear understanding of:
        UEBT, UEBT standard and the different verification and certification solutions
What UEBT expects from Certification Bodies
Roles, responsibilities and minimum qualifications of CB coordinators and auditors
Type of audits CBs could carry out
Possible sanctions
Good practices to verify principles of the UEBT standard are being promoted by UEBT members and certificate holders

      CB 2 – Ingredient Certification for Certification Bodies
      A course for auditors and CB coordinators focusing on the CB role in UEBT ingredient certification
      
        To have a clear understanding of:
        UEBT ingredient certification
The assurance approach & CB role in certification
Tools available to guide the audits (e.g. checklists)
How audits are planned and conducted
How to report on audits
How to score and address nonconformities

      CB 3 – Herbs & Spices Supplement for Certification Bodies
      A course for auditors and CB coordinators focusing on Rainforest Alliance requirements in the Herbs & Spices Programme
      To have further guidance on the Rainforest Alliance requirements in the UEBT/Rainforest Alliance Herbs & Spices Programme
    
      CB 4 – A Deep Dive into Key Issues
      A course for auditors and CB coordinators focusing on deeper issues and requirements in the UEBT Standard.
      
        To have a clear understanding of:
        UEBT biodiversity-related requirements, their risk-based approach, and auditing processes for assessing compliance in different areas, including ecosystem conservation, soil and water management, energy use, waste management, and agrochemical use.
UEBT requirements on fair prices and living wages, what minimum wage, living wage and living income are, UEBT's gap assessment approach, and the auditing process for assessing and justifying compliance on related indicators.
UEBT requirements focused on social issues, particularly human rights and child labour; and the auditing process for assessing and justifying compliance with indicators focused on these issues.

      FVA 1 – UEBT Field Verification and Standard
      A course for UEBT trained assessors who will carry out an assessment against the requirements in the UEBT verification programme.
      
        To have a clear understanding of:
        UEBT standard
UEBT requirements
UEBT's field checklist

      FVA 2 – Implementing Field Verification
      A course for UEBT trained assessors that goes deeper into implementation of a supply chain assessment.
      
        To explore and make decisions on a variety of challenging cases related to:
        UEBT standard
UEBT requirements
UEBT's field checklist

Topic	Description	Objectives
CB1 - General Information for Certification Bodies	An introductory course for auditors and CB coordinators with general information on the relationship between UEBT & CBs	To have a clear understanding of: UEBT, UEBT standard and the different verification and certification solutions What UEBT expects from Certification Bodies Roles, responsibilities and minimum qualifications of CB coordinators and auditors Type of audits CBs could carry out Possible sanctions Good practices to verify principles of the UEBT standard are being promoted by UEBT members and certificate holders
CB 2 – Ingredient Certification for Certification Bodies	A course for auditors and CB coordinators focusing on the CB role in UEBT ingredient certification	To have a clear understanding of: UEBT ingredient certification The assurance approach & CB role in certification Tools available to guide the audits (e.g. checklists) How audits are planned and conducted How to report on audits How to score and address nonconformities
CB 3 – Herbs & Spices Supplement for Certification Bodies	A course for auditors and CB coordinators focusing on Rainforest Alliance requirements in the Herbs & Spices Programme	To have further guidance on the Rainforest Alliance requirements in the UEBT/Rainforest Alliance Herbs & Spices Programme
CB 4 – A Deep Dive into Key Issues	A course for auditors and CB coordinators focusing on deeper issues and requirements in the UEBT Standard.	To have a clear understanding of: UEBT biodiversity-related requirements, their risk-based approach, and auditing processes for assessing compliance in different areas, including ecosystem conservation, soil and water management, energy use, waste management, and agrochemical use. UEBT requirements on fair prices and living wages, what minimum wage, living wage and living income are, UEBT's gap assessment approach, and the auditing process for assessing and justifying compliance on related indicators. UEBT requirements focused on social issues, particularly human rights and child labour; and the auditing process for assessing and justifying compliance with indicators focused on these issues.
FVA 1 – UEBT Field Verification and Standard	A course for UEBT trained assessors who will carry out an assessment against the requirements in the UEBT verification programme.	To have a clear understanding of: UEBT standard UEBT requirements UEBT's field checklist
FVA 2 – Implementing Field Verification	A course for UEBT trained assessors that goes deeper into implementation of a supply chain assessment.	To explore and make decisions on a variety of challenging cases related to: UEBT standard UEBT requirements UEBT's field checklist

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Available on request for members only

UEBT has developed longer courses for companies that are in our membership platform. Two are currently available on our Learning Platform.

To access these, write to us at info@uebt.org.

  
      Course
      Description
      Learning Objectives
      For who
    
      BAP – Biodiversity Action Plans
      A course to learn what a BAP is and how to set up one.
      
        At the end of this course, you should be able to:
        Value the relevance of formulating a BAP
Identify the components of a BAP and the process related to formulating and implementing one
Apply the content of this course to your own context and organisational goals

      UEBT members, their suppliers and producers in the field interested in BAPs.

People assigned with responsibilities in setting up and implementing a BAP.
    
      ABS - Due diligence on Access and Benefit Sharing
      A course to help you understand where ABS is relevant in your activities and what measures you may need to take to comply with laws and regulations, and to follow best practices.
      
        The objectives of the course are to:
        Review the aim, principles and key concepts of ABS
Look at different approaches to ABS rules and their practical implications
Understand challenges and opportunities for your company in integrating ABS into its policies and procedures
Set up a system to assess the applicability of ABS requirements and, if necessary, take measures for compliance

      UEBT members working with natural raw materials in the food, cosmetics, and pharmaceutical sectors.

People interested in building the knowledge and skills to ensure their sourcing, research and product development activities comply with ABS rules and best practices.

Course	Description	Learning Objectives	For who
BAP – Biodiversity Action Plans	A course to learn what a BAP is and how to set up one.	At the end of this course, you should be able to: Value the relevance of formulating a BAP Identify the components of a BAP and the process related to formulating and implementing one Apply the content of this course to your own context and organisational goals	UEBT members, their suppliers and producers in the field interested in BAPs. People assigned with responsibilities in setting up and implementing a BAP.
ABS - Due diligence on Access and Benefit Sharing	A course to help you understand where ABS is relevant in your activities and what measures you may need to take to comply with laws and regulations, and to follow best practices.	The objectives of the course are to: Review the aim, principles and key concepts of ABS Look at different approaches to ABS rules and their practical implications Understand challenges and opportunities for your company in integrating ABS into its policies and procedures Set up a system to assess the applicability of ABS requirements and, if necessary, take measures for compliance	UEBT members working with natural raw materials in the food, cosmetics, and pharmaceutical sectors. People interested in building the knowledge and skills to ensure their sourcing, research and product development activities comply with ABS rules and best practices.

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Training

UEBT provides online training on a variety of topics through our Learning Platform. Some topics are available for specific stakeholders and others are available to all. Each topic is presented in a series of short videos delivered by UEBT experts, followed by links to download more resources.

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