Earning and advising on carbon credits

Understand carbon markets and confidently advise on ACCUs

Sustainability goals and net zero commitments are reshaping investment, compliance, and advisory conversations across Australia.

As organisations increasingly participate in carbon markets, there is growing demand for professionals who understand Australian Carbon Credit Units (ACCUs), carbon project governance, and the regulatory obligations involved in advising on carbon credit-related activities.

The Earning and advising on carbon credits CPD Short Course provides foundational knowledge of Australia’s carbon trading framework, the ACCU Scheme, and the regulation of emission unit-related products.

Developed for project proponents, investors, corporations, and advisers, this course explains the practical compliance considerations that apply when participating in or advising on carbon projects.

Who should complete this course?

This course is designed for professionals seeking foundational knowledge of ACCUs and carbon market regulation, including:

  • Project proponents looking to maximise operational success and carbon credit earning potential
  • Investors and corporations seeking carbon risk mitigation or return on investment from carbon projects
  • Advisers providing guidance on carbon market participation and client protection obligations
  • Financial services professionals seeking greater understanding of emission unit-related products
  • Professionals supporting sustainability, ESG, or net zero initiatives

Program Content

  • The international framework that underpins Australia's carbon trading markets
  • Overview of clean energy regulation and the ACCU Scheme
  • Clean Energy Regulator governance of rules for undertaking projects and calculating the emissions reductions eligible activities generate under ACCU Schemes
  • Treatment of emission unit-related products under the Corporations Act
  • ASIC's supervision of advice in emission unit-related products, including RG 236 Do I need an AFS licence to participate in carbon markets?
  • General AFS licence obligations and organisational protocols.

Learning Outcomes

What you will learn

  • Carbon market foundations
  • Australia's climate change policy and the Clean Energy Regulator
  • CER governance of ACCU scheme methods and projects
  • Regulation of ACCUs as a financial product
  • Regulation of providing advice in carbon projects
  • AFS licence compliance in practice

Who is this course for?

Units of Competency

Pre-requisite

Recognition of Prior Learning

Certification

You will be awarded a Certificate of Completion. It will be available online for you to download and print immediately.

3 CPD hours/points allocated as follows:

ASIC-supervised licensees: Managed Investment
FAS-Supervised licensees (self-report): Technical competence

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Frequently Asked Questions

Our CPD short courses are self-paced with online learning resources & on-going support.
  • You have up to 8 weeks to complete the learning and assessment requirements for your CPD short course.
  • Experienced professionals can complete in less time.

Our CPD short courses are assessed by a short open book multiple-choice exam.

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  • Purchase your course online. (If checking out for your team, you can add multiple courses to the cart.) OR
  • Contact Us to arrange an invoice
Please note: Online orders may take up to 1 business day to be processed and for you to receive your course login details.  

To get started, either:
  • Purchase course/s online. (You can add multiple courses to the cart.) Please note: Online orders may take up to 1 business day to be processed and for your team to receive their course login details.
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What will I learn in this workshop?2026-07-15T18:59:10+10:00

The workshop combines regulatory updates with practical compliance guidance, helping Responsible Managers better understand their obligations and strengthen their governance framework.

Topics include:

Credit regulation and licensing

Understand the current regulatory framework governing Australian Credit Licensees and ASIC’s expectations of Responsible Managers.

The role and responsibilities of a Responsible Manager

Explore what ASIC expects Responsible Managers to do in practice and how to effectively discharge your responsibilities.

Regulatory priorities

Understand the emerging issues and compliance risks currently attracting regulatory attention.

Recent ASIC regulatory outcomes

Review recent enforcement actions and regulatory outcomes with a focus on the role Responsible Managers played – and the lessons every licensee should learn.

Accountability and governance

Strengthen your oversight, governance and compliance framework through practical examples and proven approaches.

Managing your ongoing obligations

Learn practical tips for staying across your obligations, maintaining effective records and meeting your reporting responsibilities.

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