CEC’s Climate Stewards certification course provides the resources, training, and confidence for participants to join the grassroots climate action movement on California’s Central Coast. Instructors introduce students to social-emotional learning and trauma-aware practices, climate change communication, climate science, and community resilience planning. The interactive course features group discussions, field trips, guest lectures, and projects that immerse students in the unique dynamics of their local community.

Dates: September 9 - October 28, 2025

Fees: $350; A limited number of full and partial scholarships are available for those who express financial need. No one will be turned away due to lack of funds. Diverse candidates are encouraged to apply.

Delivery Mode: Hybrid

Contact: Kathi King, kking@cecmail.org 

Course Website & Registration

Organization Description: Since 1970, Community Environmental Council has led the Santa Barbara region — and at times California and the nation — in creative solutions to some of the toughest environmental problems. We are often referred to as a “think-and-do tank” — deeply analyzing a problem and then applying creative, real-world solutions to it.