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Meteorology - QLS Endorsed
Thames College

Level 3 QLS Endorsed Course | Voiceover & Visual Elements Included | Instant Access

Summary

Price
£19 inc VAT
Study method
Online
Duration
135 hours · Self-paced
Access to content
1 year
Qualification
No formal qualification
CPD
120 CPD hours / points
CPD What's this?
Achievement
Endorsed by The Quality Licence Scheme
Certificates
  • PDF Certificate - £2.99
  • Hardcopy CPD Certificate - £8.99
  • QLS Certificate - £129
Assessment details
  • Assignment For QLS Endorsed Certificate (included in price)
Additional info
  • Tutor is available to students
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Overview

Weather affects every part of life, from agriculture and aviation to tourism and emergency services. The Meteorology – QLS Endorsed course offers a detailed examination of weather patterns, atmospheric processes, and climatic systems. It explains the scientific basis of how weather forms, how forecasts are made, and how human activity affects long-term climate. The course introduces learners to key meteorological elements including cloud formation, precipitation, solar radiation, and climate trends. Each module presents information clearly to build a strong knowledge base in atmospheric science. By the end of the course, learners will be able to interpret weather systems and better understand their environmental impact.

In addition to atmospheric science, the course examines extreme weather events and their effects on societies and economies. Learners will study the characteristics and causes of natural hazards such as hurricanes, floods, and droughts. The curriculum also expands to related topics like climate change, global warming, and planetary science within the solar system. This broader view is useful for people who wish to apply meteorological knowledge in sectors such as agriculture, construction, logistics, and emergency planning. With climate concerns becoming more widespread, meteorology is increasingly relevant for careers that deal with environmental data, sustainability, and weather-related risk assessment.

Achievement

Certificates

PDF Certificate

Digital certificate - £2.99

You can get a CPD Accredited PDF Certificate for only 2.99 GBP.

Hardcopy CPD Certificate

Hard copy certificate - £8.99

You can also get a Printed Hardcopy CPD Certificate for only 8.99 GBP.

QLS Certificate

Hard copy certificate - £129

Upon successful completion of this course, you can order an original hardcopy certificate of achievement endorsed by the Quality Licence Scheme. The certificate will be home-delivered, with a pricing scheme of —

  • 129 GBP within UK
  • 139 GBP for International Delivery (Postal Fees Included)

Assessment details

Assignment For QLS Endorsed Certificate

Included in course price

CPD

120 CPD hours / points
Accredited by CPD Quality Standards

Course media

Description

This course provides an introduction to meteorology and its wide range of applications. It begins with the structure and composition of the atmosphere, showing how temperature, pressure, and humidity interact to shape weather conditions. Learners then explore how clouds form, the different types of precipitation, and how these processes contribute to daily weather patterns.

Natural hazards such as cyclones, heatwaves, and snowstorms are explained in context, helping learners recognise early warning signs and their potential consequences. The course also takes a brief look beyond Earth to consider the solar system’s influence on Earth’s climate and seasonal patterns. Climate change and global warming are examined in the final module, where learners assess the impact of human activity on long-term climate systems and environmental health.

The course supports learners who aim to work in weather forecasting, environmental monitoring, or roles where weather and climate knowledge supports better decision-making. It is suitable for individuals who are curious about climate science, or who want to enhance their skills in fields like logistics, farming, travel planning, and public health where weather plays a role.

Learning Outcomes

By the end of this course, learners will be able to:

  • Explain the basic structure and layers of the Earth's atmosphere.
  • Identify and describe different types of clouds and how they form.
  • Describe how precipitation occurs and understand various forms it can take.
  • Recognise key features of natural hazards and understand their effects.
  • Understand the Earth’s position in the solar system and its influence on weather.
  • Summarise the main causes and effects of climate change and global warming.
  • Apply meteorological knowledge in work or study environments requiring awareness of weather and climate.

Please Note: Thames College is a One Education approved resale partner for Quality Licence Scheme Endorsed courses.

Who is this course for?

Those who want to strengthen their skills while training for the desired job should take advantage of the Meteorology training!

Requirements

  • Individuals working in agriculture, construction, or transport who rely on weather conditions.
  • Students and learners aiming for careers in environmental science or geography.
  • Professionals involved in risk management, emergency response, or sustainability.
  • Anyone with an interest in weather, climate, or environmental awareness.

Career path

(Approximate UK Salary per year)

  • Meteorological Assistant – £22,000
  • Weather Forecaster – £28,000
  • Environmental Consultant – £30,000
  • Climate Change Analyst – £35,000
  • GIS Technician (Weather/Climate Data) – £27,000
  • Agricultural Adviser – £32,000

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FAQs

Study method describes the format in which the course will be delivered. At Reed Courses, courses are delivered in a number of ways, including online courses, where the course content can be accessed online remotely, and classroom courses, where courses are delivered in person at a classroom venue.

CPD stands for Continuing Professional Development. If you work in certain professions or for certain companies, your employer may require you to complete a number of CPD hours or points, per year. You can find a range of CPD courses on Reed Courses, many of which can be completed online.

A regulated qualification is delivered by a learning institution which is regulated by a government body. In England, the government body which regulates courses is Ofqual. Ofqual regulated qualifications sit on the Regulated Qualifications Framework (RQF), which can help students understand how different qualifications in different fields compare to each other. The framework also helps students to understand what qualifications they need to progress towards a higher learning goal, such as a university degree or equivalent higher education award.

An endorsed course is a skills based course which has been checked over and approved by an independent awarding body. Endorsed courses are not regulated so do not result in a qualification - however, the student can usually purchase a certificate showing the awarding body's logo if they wish. Certain awarding bodies - such as Quality Licence Scheme and TQUK - have developed endorsement schemes as a way to help students select the best skills based courses for them.
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