Equality and Diversity
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Our equality and diversity course is perfect for managers and supervisors to help make sure that they put the best practice into place in the working environment. Equality and diversity training helps to reduce the occurrence of discrimination and to make sure everyone from any walk of life is treated equally and fairly.
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All about this course
This equality and diversity course will cover all concepts of equality and diversity and cover discrimination in detail. We will look in depth at the four main types of discrimination and examples of each. The Equality Act 2010 will be covered and you will learn the nine protected characteristics and examples of each. Our equality ad diversity course will finish off by exploring real life case studies of harassment, bullying and discrimination and you will consider what the effects of these can be on a persons physical and mental health.
In order to complete the course, you must achieve 80% or more in the final multiple choice quiz.
You will earn 3 CPD points on completion of the course, this course will take around 3 hours to complete and the certificate will last for two years.
- Fully CPD registered
- Completed online with instant downloadable certificate
- Fully printed certificate posted next day
- Covers all required legislation and practices
- Complete the online multiple choice assessment as many times as you need to pass
Units covered on this course
Introduction to Equality & Diversity
In our first unit you will be introduced to all concepts of equality and diversity, the possible barriers for each will also be explored. The unit will finish off by exploring how individuals can become more self-aware to ensure that they are not acting in a way that is discriminatory.
Protected Characteristics
Here we will start with an overview of what is meant by ‘protected characteristics’ in line with The Equality Act 2010, before examining each one in more detail.
Discrimination and the law
Next you will be introduced to the kinds of discrimination including an overview of times when discrimination may be legitimate. This unit will also consider each of the protected characteristics identified in the Equality Act 2010, at the end of this unit will be several case studies that show how protected characteristics are related to discrimination.
Unacceptable conduct in the workplace
In this unit you will explore the different ways in which people may experience unacceptable conduct in the workplace by defining and giving definitions of stereotyping, prejudice, bullying, harassment and victimisation.
Reporting concerns
In the final unit we will consider what to do if an individual wishes to report a concern about bullying, harassment or discrimination. The steps that are recommended by ACAS are covered. This unit will finish off by exploring some case studies to show how the law applies in real-life situations.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Learn more about this course and others that we offer. If you still have any questions, simply contact our course advisors on 0800 077 3063 or email hello@cpdonline.co.uk.
How long does it take to complete this course?
This course takes a few hours to complete and you can do this without any restrictions. This means you can buy the course and start at any time. You can also begin your learning, stop and come back to the course to pick up where you left off.
Is this Equality and Diversity course accredited?
Yes the course is fully accredited through the CPD Certification Service. They review all of our content to check for quality, depth and that the material is fully up-to-date. Each year our membership with the service is renewed and all courses are thoroughly checked prior to being accredited.
Will I get a certificate when I finish?
Yes, as soon as you finish this course you can immediately download a PDF version of your personalised certificate. We also then send a fully printed copy to you by first class post.
How long does the certificate last?
The certificate after finishing this course lasts for 2 years until expiry which is when we recommend completing the training again. Some industries may require an update to CPD more frequently than this and others may not but, as a standard rule, we recommend completing the Equality and Diversity course every 2 years to ensure it is fresh in your mind and you understanding the latest regulations.
What are the benefits of studying this course online?
By completing this course online you can study in your own time and at your own pace. Having the ability to complete the units at a time to suit you engages your learning much more and enables you to interact and soak up the information easier.
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