Frequently Asked Questions

General

Q: Is Waste Institute accredited?
A: Yes! Our certificates are recognized by [ISWA/Regional Bodies] and endorsed by Waste Expo Africa/Asia/Arabia.

Q: Do you offer discounts for groups?
A: Absolutely. Email [email protected] for:

  • 15% off for 5+ learners

  • 30% off for municipal/government teams

Courses & Learning

Q: Are courses online or in-person?
A: Both! Most programs are online with live Q&A sessions, but we also host workshops at Waste Expo events.

Q: How long do I have to complete a course?
A: Typically 6 months, with extensions available upon request.

Q: Can I download course materials?
A: Yes – PDFs, templates, and tools are downloadable, but videos are stream-only to prevent piracy.

Payments & Refunds

Q: What payment methods do you accept?
A: Credit cards (Visa/Mastercard), PayPal, and bank transfers for bulk enrollments.

Q: What’s your refund policy?
A: 30-day money-back guarantee if you haven’t:

  • Completed >20% of the course

  • Downloaded certificates

Certification

Q: Do certificates expire?
A: Core certifications are valid for 3 years (renewal via short update course).

Q: Can I share my certificate on LinkedIn?
A: Yes! We provide LinkedIn badge integration upon completion.

Technical

Q: What if I lose internet during a live session?
A: All sessions are recorded and posted within 24 hours in your dashboard.

Q: What are the system requirements?
A: Minimum:

  • 4 Mbps internet

  • Updated Chrome/Firefox

  • 2GB RAM for interactive tools

Data Privacy

Q: How is my data protected?
A: We use SSL encryption, strict access controls, and never sell your data. See Privacy Policy.

Q: Can I delete my account?
A: Yes – email [email protected]. Note: Certificates become inaccessible after deletion.