Description

Course Name: Certificate in Paper and Plastic Waste Recycling and Management

Course Id: CPWRM/Q1001.

Eligibility: 10th Grade (High School) or Equivalent.

Objective: A Certificate in Paper and Plastic Waste Recycling and Management is a specialized program designed to provide individuals with the skills and knowledge needed to manage, recycle, and reduce paper and plastic waste effectively. This course covers the processes involved in recycling these materials, environmental impact management, regulatory frameworks, and best practices for sustainability in waste management.

Duration: Three Months.

 How to Enroll and Get Certified in Your Chosen Course:

 Step 1: Choose the course you wish to get certified in.

 Step 2: Click on the “Enroll Now” button.

 Step 3: Proceed with the enrollment process.

 Step 4: Enter your billing details and continue to course fee payment.

 Step 5: You will be redirected to the payment gateway. Pay the course and exam fee using one of the following methods:
Debit/Credit Card, Wallet, Paytm, Net Banking, UPI, or Google Pay.

 Step 6: After successful payment, you will receive your study material login ID and password via email within 48 hours of fee payment.

 Step 7: Once you complete the course, take the online examination.

 Step 8: Upon passing the examination, you will receive:
• A soft copy (scanned) of your certificate via email within 7 days of examination.
• A hard copy (original with official seal and signature) sent to your address within 45 day of declaration of result.

 Step 9: After certification, you will be offered job opportunities aligned with your area of interest.

Online Examination Detail:

Duration- 60 minutes.
No. of Questions- 30. (Multiple Choice Questions).
Maximum Marks- 100, Passing Marks- 40%.
There is no negative marking in this module.

Marking System:
S.No.	No. of Questions			Marks Each Question		Total Marks
1	10			5		50
2	5			4		20
3	5			3		15
4	5			2		10
5	5			1		5
	30					100
How Students will be Graded:
S.No.		Marks	Grade
1		91-100	O (Outstanding)
2		81-90	A+ (Excellent)
3		71-80	A (Very Good)
4		61-70	B (Good)
5		51-60	C (Average)
6		40-50	P (Pass)
7		0-40	F (Fail)

Benefits of Certification:

• Government Authorized Assessment Agency Certification.
• Certificate Valid for Lifetime.
• Lifetime Verification of Certificate.
• Free Job Assistance as per your Interest Area.

Syllabus:

Introduction to Waste Management: Overview of waste management, Types of waste (solid, liquid, hazardous), Waste generation and its impact on the environment, Importance of waste management, Principles of waste hierarchy (reduce, reuse, recycle), Global and local waste statistics, Waste management policies and regulations, Role of waste management in sustainability, Social and economic impacts of waste, Case studies on waste management practices.

Paper Waste and Recycling Process: Types of paper waste (newspapers, packaging, office paper), The paper recycling process (collection, sorting, pulping, de-inking), Technologies used in paper recycling, Benefits of paper recycling (environmental and economic), Challenges in paper recycling, Paper recycling machinery and equipment, The role of government in paper recycling, Recycling standards and certifications, The impact of paper recycling on deforestation, Case studies on successful paper recycling initiatives.

Plastic Waste and Recycling Process: Types of plastic waste (PET, HDPE, PVC, LDPE), Understanding plastic polymers and their recyclability, The plastic recycling process (sorting, cleaning, melting, pelletizing), Mechanical vs chemical recycling of plastics, Plastic recycling technologies and innovations, The role of plastic recycling in reducing landfill waste, Challenges in plastic recycling (contamination, sorting), Environmental impact of plastic waste, Biodegradable plastics and alternatives, Case studies on plastic waste recycling and management

Collection and Sorting of Waste Materials

Methods of waste collection (curbside, drop-off centers, waste bins), Sorting of paper and plastic waste, Manual vs automated sorting systems, Technologies used in sorting (optical sorting, air classification), Importance of clean waste streams in recycling, Handling mixed waste and contamination issues, Material recovery facilities (MRFs), Segregation of recyclable and non-recyclable materials, Community involvement in waste collection, Case studies on efficient waste collection and sorting systems.

Environmental and Health Impacts of Waste: The environmental impact of paper and plastic waste, Pollution caused by plastic and paper waste (land, air, water), Climate change and waste management, Effects of plastic in marine environments, Health hazards associated with improper waste disposal, The importance of sustainable waste management, Soil and water contamination from waste, Waste incineration and air pollution, E-waste and its relation to plastic waste, Case studies on environmental issues due to waste mismanagement.

Legal and Regulatory Framework for Waste Management: Waste management laws and regulations, International waste management protocols (Basel Convention, etc.), Local and national regulations on recycling, Waste management permits and licenses, Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR), Role of regulatory bodies in enforcing waste laws, Waste disposal standards and guidelines, Handling hazardous and medical waste, Penalties and legal actions for improper disposal, Case studies on regulatory compliance in recycling industries.

♻️📦 Career Scope After Certificate in Paper & Plastic Waste Recycling and Management – India

The Certificate in Paper and Plastic Waste Recycling and Management prepares learners for jobs and entrepreneurship in the growing field of waste management, particularly focused on sustainable recycling of paper and plastic materials. With rising awareness, government mandates (like Extended Producer Responsibility or EPR), and the plastic ban in various states, skilled professionals in this field are in high demand.

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✅ 1. Top Career Opportunities & Job Roles

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🏢 2. Industries & Employers Hiring Graduates

• Municipal Solid Waste Management Firms

• Recycling Plants / Waste Collection Agencies

• Plastic & Paper Reprocessing Units

• EPR Compliance Consultancies

• NGOs & CSR Foundations (working on waste awareness)

• Green Startups / Ecopreneurs

• Government projects under SBM (Swachh Bharat Mission), NULM

• FMCG / Packaging Companies (waste compliance roles)

• Circular Economy & Sustainability Firms

• Educational institutions, Industrial Parks, SEZs (for in-house waste mgmt.)

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💰 3. Salary Range in India (2025 Estimates)