The Zero Discharge of Hazardous Chemicals (ZDHC) Foundation has developed a comprehensive set of training programs for professionals across the textile, apparel, leather, and footwear industries. These trainings are designed to support the effective implementation of ZDHC Standards and Guidelines throughout the supply chain and are delivered through the ZDHC Academy by Accredited Training Providers (ATPs).

To better address evolving industry requirements, ZDHC has recently updated its Academy training framework. As part of this update, several legacy courses have been archived and new structured learning pathways have been introduced. These pathways focus on three key areas:

• Programs for Textile and Leather Assemblers
• Chemical Management Fundamentals for Textile and Leather Processors
• Chemical Management System (CMS) Programs for Footwear Manufacturers

In addition, a CMS Fundamentals course has been introduced as a mandatory prerequisite for selected advanced programs.

NimkarTek is an accredited training provider recognized by ZDHC to deliver these approved courses through our e-learning platform – NOTES. Our training programs are developed and delivered by industry experts, helping organizations strengthen their chemical management practices and sustainability performance.

The e-learning format allows participants to begin at their convenience and progress at their own pace, making the learning process flexible and accessible.

After completing the e-learning modules on NOTES, participants are required to take the Final Examination through the ZDHC Academy platform. Participants who successfully pass the examination will receive an official Certificate of Completion from ZDHC.

To explore the available courses, please click on the program of your interest below.

The Zero Discharge of Hazardous Chemicals (ZDHC) Foundation has developed training courses for the textile, apparel, leather, and footwear industry. These trainings were designed to support the implementation of ZDHC Standards and Guidelines throughout the supply chain and were delivered through the ZDHC Academy by Accredited Training Providers (ATPs).

NimkarTek was accredited by the ZDHC Foundation to provide these approved training courses through our e-Learning platform – NOTES. The courses covered key topics including Chemical Management and Wastewater Management.

These trainings were offered in the form of e-Learning courses, providing flexibility for participants to learn at their own pace.

Important Notice: Many of these courses have now been archived by ZDHC and are no longer valid or available for enrollment through the ZDHC Academy. Participants are strongly advised not to purchase or enroll in these archived courses, as certification will not be applicable.

For NEW training options, please refer to the “01. ZDHC Academy New Courses 2026” tab.

Product stewardship is one of the most important and rapidly growing necessity in almost every industry.

It is an act of minimizing the environmental, and social impacts of a chemical product and its packaging throughout all its lifecycle stages, while also maximizing economic benefits.

Under this course category, the learners will receive an in-depth understanding on the topics such as-

• Hazards covered under the GHS;
• Hazard Communication;
• Transportation of Dangerous Goods;
• Chemical Management Legislations and Initiatives; and much more.

These courses are highly recommended for chemical manufacturers and suppliers.