Foundation of the ZDHC Academy

The ZDHC Academy is based on the following elements:

Global Acknowledgment

The ZDHC Academy is globally acknowledged throughout the industry. The trainings are held worldwide and in local languages by ZDHC Accredited Training Providers. All learners receive a certificate after passing the official ZDHC exam.

Accreditation

Training is provided by accredited trainers with extensive industry and training know-how and regional expertise. Accredited Training Providers must prove that they have years of training experience in the textile, apparel, leather and footwear sector.

Certificate

A final exam takes place after each training. Participants who pass the exam receive a certificate of completion. The certificate can be shared with partners, customers, brands and retailers. It is valid for two years.

Who is the ZDHC Academy for?

The ZDHC Academy is a resource for brands, facilities, Accredited Training Providers and those interested in the sector

For facilities, the training provides the opportunity to improve knowledge and skills in sustainable chemical and wastewater management. The trainings are aimed at factory managers who are responsible for dyeing, printing, chemical purchase, ETP, EHS, quality assurance and sustainability or working in a similar function in the textile and footwear industry. Facilities can also organise training for the staff of their facility, either on-site or off-site.

The training courses are aimed at brands' supply chain partners to enhance their know-how, awareness, and expertise in sustainable chemical and wastewater management. Brands are encouraged to invite their supply chain partners to visit the ZDHC Academy and register for the training courses according to their training needs. Brands can also organise training for their supply chain partners together with the ZDHC Academy team and the ATPs.

For Accredited Training Providers (ATPs) the ZDHC Academy is the platform for organisation and administration of their training sessions. The ZDHC Academy coordinates the workflow of the trainers and manages the training participants. The trainers provide training in local languages and on-site, as well as in customised online courses. The ATPs can market their training offers on the ZDHC Academy, present and showcase their trainers and receive feedback from the training participants.

Who else can attend ZDHC Academy training?

Everybody who is generally interested in learning more about sustainable chemical and wastewater management! The Academy is open to everyone working in the textile, footwear and leather industry as well as students, policymakers and consultants.