**New Module: Be the first to try out our new course!** ## Summary A course designed to provide a step-by-step understanding of the journey of radioactive waste: where it comes from, how it is characterised, measured, managed and treated until it reaches its final destination. It explores the key role of nuclear measurement and the main principles underpinning waste management processes, offering a simple and practical overview of the subject. ### Practical Information & Prequisites **Price:** €2,230 excl. VAT per trainee **Location:** At Veolia | Nuclear Solutions offices in Aix-en-Provence or at your premises (for a course with at least 6 participants) **Duration:** 3 days (21 hours) **Prerequisites:** - Reading, writing, understanding and speaking French - Module 1 or equivalent (understanding physical quantities such as activity, dose, associated units and nuclear risks) ## Who is this course aimed at? All nuclear industry staff involved in the radioactive waste management cycle, including operators, technicians and engineers. This training course is suitable for those looking to change careers. [Sign up](#contact) ### Learning objectives - Gain an overview of the sources of radioactive waste - Understand what a waste management chain is - Learn about the stages of radioactive waste management - Define the role of nuclear measurement in the life cycle of radioactive waste - Identify the applications of nuclear measurement at each stage of the radioactive waste life cycle - Understand the main techniques used in the treatment of radioactive waste ### Teaching methods and tools Course materials and discussions with the trainer. ### Assessment criteria A multiple-choice assessment is conducted at the end of the training course. ### Detailed content - General overview, waste management streams and transport: waste sources, key players in waste management - Definition of a waste management stream, waste packages and packaging, ANDRA’s waste management streams, CIRES, CSA - Characterisation, measurements and laboratory work: context and challenges, characterisation methods, non-destructive and destructive measurements, sampling - Chemical and radiological characterisation of waste - Transport of nuclear waste: regulations in France, safety aspects, packaging of radioactive waste, classification of radioactive materials [ ![Students in a classroom during a training on nuclear measurement](/sites/g/files/dvc2436/files/styles/content_push_teaser/public/image/2026/07/Hero%20banner%20navy%20blue%20%283%29_1.jpg.webp?itok=pBP_LRVm) ](/en/training-courses/module-1-raising-awareness-radioactivity "Module 1: Raising Awareness of Radioactivity") [Module 1: Raising Awareness of Radioactivity](/en/training-courses/module-1-raising-awareness-radioactivity "Module 1: Raising Awareness of Radioactivity") Understanding radioactivity, made simple — so you can work with confidence in a nuclear environment. [Sign up](/en/training-courses/module-1-raising-awareness-radioactivity "Sign up") [ ![A trainee using a nuclear measurement device during a nuclear measurement lesson ](/sites/g/files/dvc2436/files/styles/content_push_teaser/public/image/2026/07/Formation_Module%203A.jpg.webp?itok=OzrEAmWi) ](/en/training-courses/module-3a-general-principles-gamma-spectrometry "Module 3A: General Principles of Gamma Spectrometry") [Module 3A: General Principles of Gamma Spectrometry](/en/training-courses/module-3a-general-principles-gamma-spectrometry "Module 3A: General Principles of Gamma Spectrometry") The essentials for successfully carrying out your first gamma spectrometry measurement with confidence [Sign up](/en/training-courses/module-3a-general-principles-gamma-spectrometry "Sign up") [ ![A Veolia engineer performing some nuclear measurements using a device](/sites/g/files/dvc2436/files/styles/content_push_teaser/public/image/2026/07/Formation_Module%203B.jpg.webp?itok=ecnt8Px9) ](/en/training-courses/module-3b-advanced-course-gamma-spectrometry "Module 3B: Advanced Course in Gamma Spectrometry") [Module 3B: Advanced Course in Gamma Spectrometry](/en/training-courses/module-3b-advanced-course-gamma-spectrometry "Module 3B: Advanced Course in Gamma Spectrometry") Expand your expertise in gamma spectrometry: analyse, quantify and manage your measurements with confidence. [Sign up](/en/training-courses/module-3b-advanced-course-gamma-spectrometry "Sign up") [ ![An engineer in a lab performing some tests in nuclear measurement](/sites/g/files/dvc2436/files/styles/content_push_teaser/public/image/2026/07/Formation_Module%204.jpg.webp?itok=o9nl5kpt) ](/en/training-courses/module-4-alpha-spectrometry-measurements-and-use-visu-alpha-software "Module 4: Alpha Spectrometry Measurements and Use of the Visu Alpha Software") [Module 4: Alpha Spectrometry Measurements and Use of the Visu Alpha Software](/en/training-courses/module-4-alpha-spectrometry-measurements-and-use-visu-alpha-software "Module 4: Alpha Spectrometry Measurements and Use of the Visu Alpha Software") Have you ever wondered why alpha spectra look the way they do? This course provides all the answers, from the physics of interactions to a complete mastery of Visu Alpha [Sign up](/en/training-courses/module-4-alpha-spectrometry-measurements-and-use-visu-alpha-software "Sign up") [ ![An engineer performing some nuclear measurements with an equipment](/sites/g/files/dvc2436/files/styles/content_push_teaser/public/image/2026/07/Formation_Module%205.jpg.webp?itok=P8evxJSQ) ](/en/training-courses/module-5-passive-neutron-measurement-principles-and-technologies "Module 5: Passive Neutron Measurement – Principles and Technologies") [Module 5: Passive Neutron Measurement – Principles and Technologies](/en/training-courses/module-5-passive-neutron-measurement-principles-and-technologies "Module 5: Passive Neutron Measurement – Principles and Technologies") Neutrons are neutral, but your ability to detect them certainly won’t be! Find out how to detect, count and measure these elusive particles! [Sign up](/en/training-courses/module-5-passive-neutron-measurement-principles-and-technologies "Sign up") [ ![Students in a classroom listening to a nuclear measurement lesson at Veolia's](/sites/g/files/dvc2436/files/styles/content_push_teaser/public/image/2026/07/Formation_Module%20sur-mesure.jpg.webp?itok=1f3OoiNX) ](/en/training-courses/bespoke-module-tailored-session "Bespoke Module: Tailored Session") [Bespoke Module: Tailored Session](/en/training-courses/bespoke-module-tailored-session "Bespoke Module: Tailored Session") Your business is unique, so your training should be too! Let’s work together to create a bespoke training programme — and when it comes to nuclear measurement, we know what we’re talking about [Sign up](/en/training-courses/bespoke-module-tailored-session "Sign up") Previous Next ## Explore other modules Veolia | Nuclear Solutions offers a wide range of training, covering topics of radioactivity, gamma spectrometry, alpha spectrometry and neutron measurement. [**Module 1**](/en/training-courses/module-1-raising-awareness-radioactivity "Module 1: Raising Awareness of Radioactivity")**:** Introduction to Radioactivity [**Module 3A**](/en/training-courses/module-3a-general-principles-gamma-spectrometry "Module 3A: General Principles of Gamma Spectrometry")**:** General Principles of Gamma Spectrometry [**Module 3B**](/en/training-courses/module-3b-advanced-course-gamma-spectrometry "Module 3B: Advanced Course in Gamma Spectrometry")**:** Advanced Gamma Spectrometry [**Module 4**](/en/training-courses/module-4-alpha-spectrometry-measurements-and-use-visu-alpha-software "Module 4: Alpha Spectrometry Measurements and Use of the Visu Alpha Software")**:** Alpha Spectrometry Measurements and Use of the Visu Alpha software [**Module 5**](/en/training-courses/module-5-passive-neutron-measurement-principles-and-technologies "Module 5: Passive Neutron Measurement – Principles and Technologies")**:** Passive Neutron Measurement – Principles and Technologies [**Bespoke Module**](/en/training-courses/bespoke-module-tailored-session "Bespoke Module: Tailored Session")**:** Tailored Session You must have JavaScript enabled to use this form. ## Your details Name Email Company Job Title ## Select which module you are interested in Training Course Modules Module 1: Introduction to RadioactivityModule 2: The Life Cycle of Radioactive Waste – from Production to DisposalModule 3A: General Principles of Gamma SpectrometryModule 3B: Advanced Gamma SpectrometryModule 4: Alpha Spectrometry Measurements and Use of the Visu Alpha softwareModule 5: Passive Neutron Measurement – Principles and Technologies Bespoke module: Specialist training courses ## Message Enter your message By completing this form, you give your consent to the collection and use of the personal data that concern you. [Read all the disclaimer.](https://www.veolia.com/en/form-disclaimer) ## **Sign up** ***Registration on request, up to 7 days before the start of the term*** **VEOLIA | NUCLEAR SOLUTIONS FRANCE** 240 rue Louis de Broglie Bâtiment A, les Méridiens 13290 Aix-en-Provence Phone: +33 (0)961483511 Email: formation.vns@veolia.com *(7 minutes from the TGV station and 20 minutes from Aix-en-Provence)* ![Veolia | Nuclear Solutions France Location](/sites/g/files/dvc2436/files/styles/default/public/image/2026/05/Veolia%20France%20Map.png.webp?itok=-9k0yuGg) ### Accessibility and disability Before any training course begins, we ensure that the course on offer is accessible to people with disabilities, or those with specific needs that require consideration. Please also contact our disability liaison officer by email at cécile.dewitte@veolia.com so that we can discuss any adjustments that may need to be made to help ensure the success of your studies Business registration number: 84380920838 (registered with the Prefect of the Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes region). This registration does not constitute state approval.