The Geology Online Training Course is designed for curious minds eager to grasp the fascinating forces shaping our planet. From towering mountain ranges to the deepest ocean trenches, this course takes you on a journey through Earth’s layered past—minus the muddy boots and pickaxes. You'll explore topics like plate tectonics, rock cycles, fossils, and geologic time scales, all explained in a structured, accessible format that suits learners from every background. Whether you're a science enthusiast or simply curious about what's beneath your feet, this course offers a clear, no-nonsense approach to understanding Earth’s dynamic processes.
Presented entirely online, this training course is tailored for those who appreciate learning at their own pace, with no digging or drilling required. Through engaging content, insightful analysis, and visually rich material, you’ll gain a solid foundation in geological science—without ever needing to leave your desk. The course is ideal for learners looking to add depth to their knowledge and see the world through a geological lens. So, if you've ever stared at a rock and wondered about its story, you're in exactly the right place.
Learning Outcome
Gain knowledge about the geological time-scale and organic evolution of Earth
Gain knowledge of plate tectonic theory, the order of different layers of the Earth and the major types of plates of the Earth, as well as the motion of these plates
Gain knowledge of plate tectonic theory, the order of different layers of the Earth and the major types of plates of the Earth, as well as the motion of these plates
Have an idea of how seismic waves are measured
Describe the probing methods to study Earth's internal structure
Meet the Endorsement
The Quality Licence Scheme has been designed specifically to recognise high-quality courses. This Geology course materials are recognised by Quality Licence Scheme (QLS). This ensures the deep research and quality resource allocation behind the development phase of the course. In addition, the QLS certificate enriches your CV and recognises your quality study on the relevant subject.
Meet the Accreditation
CPD Quality Standards (CPD QS) accreditation assure the Geology course training and learning activities are relevant, reliable, and upto date.
Expert Support
Dedicated tutor support and 24/7 customer support are available to all students with this premium quality course.
Key Benefits
Learning materials of the Design course contain engaging voiceover and visual elements for your comfort.
Get 24/7 access to all content for a full year.
Each of our students gets full tutor support on weekdays (Monday to Friday)
Many Earth processes, such as landslides, earthquakes, floods, and volcanic eruptions, can be dangerous to people. Geologists seek to understand these processes well enough to avoid constructing critical buildings in potentially hazardous areas. If geologists can create maps of locations that have already flooded, they can also create maps of areas that may flood in the future. These maps can guide community development and evaluate where flood protection or flood insurance is required.
Our Geology course will help you to learn the basic geological processes, focusing on where, when and why certain rocks and natural resources form on Earth. You'll also explore some of the environmental and sustainability concerns that geologists must address while harvesting and processing these resources.
Course Curriculum:
Here is a curriculum breakdown of the Online Geology Course:
***Online Geology Course***
Introduction
Geology
Importance
Development
the Scientific Method
Solar System
OverView
the Sun
the Moon
Terrestrial Planets
Jovian Planets
Other Solar Bodies
Geologic Time
OverView
Relative Dating
Numerical Dating
Fossils
The Geologic Time Scale
Inside Earth
Earth's Internal Structure
Exploration
Plate Tectonics
Continental Drift
Modern Evidence
Earth's Major Plates
Motion Drivers
Motion Measurement
Continental Margins
Ocean Floor Features
Oceanic Crust Layers
Destruction of Oceanic Crust
Features of Subduction Zones
Mountains
Topography
Weathering
OverView
Mechanical Weathering
Chemical Weathering
Spheroidal Weathering
Soil
Deserts & Winds
Deserts
Wind Erosion
Wind as a Transporter
Wind Deposits
Minerals
Atom
Periodic Table
Bond-s
Minerals
Formation
Mineral Identification
Crystalline Habits
Sedimentary Rocks
OverView
Detrital Sedimentary Rocks
Grain History
Chemical Sedimentary Rocks
Coal
Sedimentary Rocks Identification Table
Sediments to Sedimentary Rocks
Sedimentary Structures
Metamorphic Rocks
Metamorphism
Metamorphic Rocks
Metamorphic Drivers
Metamorphic Texture
Igneous Rock
Magma
Igneous Texture
Deformation
Deformation
Deformation Stages
Folds
Faults & Joints
Volcanoes
OverView
Volcanic Eruptions
Extruded Material
Volcanic Landforms
Volcanic Hazards
Mass Wasting
Overview
Types
Triggers
Surface Water
OverView
Hydrologic Cycle
Running Water
Flow
Channels
Depositional Landforms
Floods
Course Assessment
To simplify the procedure of evaluation and accreditation for learners, we provide an automated assessment system. Upon completion of an online module, you will immediately be given access to a specifically crafted MCQ test. The results will be evaluated instantly, and the score will be displayed for your perusal. For each test, the pass mark will be set to 60%.
When all tests have been successfully passed, you will be able to order a certificate endorsed by the Quality Licence Scheme.
Certificate of Achievement
Endorsed Certificate of Achievement from the Quality Licence Scheme
After successfully completing the Geology course, learners will be able to order an endorsed certificate as proof of their achievement. Hardcopy of this certificate of achievement endorsed by the Quality Licence Scheme can be ordered and received straight to your home by post, by paying
Within the UK: £129
International: £129 + £10 (postal charge) = £139
CPD Accredited Certification from One Education
After successfully completing this Geology course, you will qualify for the CPD accredited certificate from One Education. Certification is available in both PDF & hardcopy format, which can be received by paying -
PDF Certificate: £9
Hardcopy Certificate (within the UK): £15
Hardcopy Certificate (international): £15 + £10 (postal charge) = £25
CPD
180 CPD hours / points Accredited by CPD Quality Standards
Who is this course for?
This Training does not require you to have any prior qualifications or experience.
Anybody interested in rock formations.
Anybody who wants to know about the importance of geology.
Anybody who wants to learn about natural history
Anybody with an aspiration for pursuing a career in geology
Anyone with a natural curiosity about the world around them
Requirements
This Geology course is open to all, with no formal entry requirements.
Career path
Participating in this training may lead to potential opportunities for taking a role or working in a position of a:
Geoscientist
Geotechnician
Land Surveyor
Cartographer
Hydrologist