Equality, Diversity and Discrimination
Complete workplace equality diversity and discrimination training. Understand legislation and your responsibilities.
Fully Accredited
CPD Approved
Course Description
Course Overview
This workplace equality diversity and discrimination training explains what equality and diversity mean in the workplace and covers the legislation that protects employees. You will learn about different forms of discrimination, stereotypes, institutional discrimination and how to promote a respectful workplace.
What You Will Learn
- Understand what equality and diversity mean and why they matter at work
- Learn about the key equality and diversity legislation that applies to your workplace
- Recognise different types of discrimination including direct, indirect and harassment
- Understand how to promote diversity and inclusion in your organisation
- Examine the links between values, attitudes, beliefs and discriminatory behaviour
- Identify stereotypes, prejudices and institutional discrimination
Course Modules
What is Equality & Diversity
Definitions of equality and diversity and why both matter in the workplace.
Equality and Diversity Legislation
Key legislation that protects employees and the responsibilities it places on employers.
What do we Mean by Discrimination
The different forms of discrimination including direct, indirect, harassment and victimisation.
Promoting Diversity
Practical ways to promote diversity and build an inclusive workplace culture.
Links Between Values, Attitudes and Beliefs
How personal values, attitudes and beliefs can influence behaviour and lead to discrimination.
Stereotypes, Prejudices and Discrimination
Understanding how stereotypes form and how they can lead to prejudice and discriminatory actions.
Institutional Discrimination
What institutional discrimination looks like and how organisations can address systemic issues.
Valuing Others
The importance of valuing every individual and treating colleagues with dignity and respect.
Resistance to Feedback
How to handle resistance when giving or receiving feedback on equality and diversity matters.
Course Summary
A summary of the key points covered throughout the course and how to apply them.
