About the Course

Throughout these two mini Green Wise ™Micro-Credential certification modules, we’ll take a closer look at how to understand not only what makes a building healthy, but also how to apply innovative green insights to create environments where people can truly thrive. Explore how design rooted in local culture, climate, and context creates environments that feel meaningful, grounded, and deeply connected to community. Beyond aesthetics, place-based strategies improve long-term performance and sustainability. Discover how using local materials responsibly, responding to climate conditions, and designing for regional needs can reduce environmental impact while increasing durability, relevance, and value. Explores the science and practice of biophilia—showing how natural light, vegetation, water features, organic materials, and views of nature reduce stress, improve focus, and restore mental and physical balance. You’ll learn why humans are biologically wired to thrive in nature-rich environments, and how thoughtful design can bring those benefits indoors. These mini-modules reveal how understanding regional identity—history, landscape, materials, and social patterns—allows buildings to reflect a sense of place rather than feel generic or disconnected. Designed for designers, planners, developers, and community leaders, these micro-credential mini-modules equip you to create spaces that honor local identity, strengthen social connection, and build lasting relationships between people and the places they call home, while creating spaces that feel healthier, more restorative, and deeply supportive of both people and the planet. Receive your certification of completion today!

Course Curriculum

4 Chapters · 10 Lessons

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    INTRODUCTION

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      INTRODUCTION

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    PLACE BASED RELATIONSHIPS

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      PLACE BASED RELATIONSHIPS

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      NOTES

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      ADDITIONAL LEARNING

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      QUIZ

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    BIOPHILIA

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      BIOPHILIC DESIGN

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      NOTES

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      ADDITIONAL LEARNING

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      QUIZ

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    CONCLUSION

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      CONCLUSION

WHAT IS THE THE GREEN WISE™ MICRO-CREDENTIAL?

The Green Wise™ Micro-credential is North America's newest educational achievement in sustainability. Position yourself as a leader, and inspire well-being and performance through sustainable practices by becoming a Green Wise™ Certified Accredited Professional (AP). The Green Wise™ Micro-credential is your foundation for understanding the core concepts, language, and systems that drive sustainability and wellbeing in the built environment. Acquire the knowledge and skills to excel in the job market, differentiate yourself with the Green Wise™ Accredited Professional (AP) accreditation, and embrace a future of sustainable innovation. Take the full program, or each individual module, to become a certified Green Wise™ AP today!

WHAT STUDENTS ARE SAYING

Discover how our course is transforming careers and perspectives.

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Loved the content on water quality. It's such an important topic that often gets left out. Looking forward to the next program.
Rose Peters

British Columbia, CA

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I wish that this content was mandatory back when I was a teacher in elementary schools. I implemented a few of these topics myself. This is a fantastic way for buildings to reach a standard of care for their occupants.
Robyn McAuley

British Columbia, CA

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Finally, an easy to digest course that keeps things interesting, yet simple! I was pleased with the content and feel I will be able to implement it in my business.
Mary-Anne Brookes

British Columbia, CA

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All very valuable content that was easy to digest. This was a great way to brush up with my knowledge on sustainability and become a Green Wise AP!
Nicole Bellaruse

Alberta, CA

ARE YOU READY TO JUMP START YOUR SUSTAINABILITY JOURNEY?

At Green Wise™ Academy our goal is to strategically position our customers as preferred organizations of choice through sustainability practices. We simplify the process of achieving certifications and rating systems by either doing the work with you (or for you), by offering strategic recommendations with your globally recognized certifications, as well as help you attain the prestigious Green Wise™ AP micro-credential certification, reflecting your unwavering commitment to a healthy, sustainable environment. Our carefully chosen education and trainings not only increase productivity for the people who live, work, and play in the spaces certified, but promote overall efficiency and higher standards. Join us today to start your learning adventure and enhance your understanding of sustainable practices in the built environment.

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