Equality, Diversity and Discrimination

The Equality, Diversity and Discrimination course covers various topics. The course introduces equality and diversity, explaining the meaning of the two terms and how they are related. It then delves into equality legislation and discusses discrimination in detail, including its various forms and how to tackle it.

The course also covers promoting diversity and the links between values, attitudes and beliefs to equality and diversity. Stereotypes, prejudices and discrimination are also explored, along with institutional discrimination and how to value others. The course also addresses the issue of resistance to feedback and how to overcome it.

Throughout the course, learners are provided with case studies and real-life examples to enhance their understanding of the topics. By the end of the period, learners will have gained knowledge and skills to promote equality and diversity at work and create a positive and inclusive work environment that benefits everyone. The course suits all levels of employees, from frontline staff to employers and managers.

This Equality, Diversity and Discrimination online course is approved by:

 CPD certification service :

The CPD certification service helps organisations to formalise their expertise into a structured and recognised approach in learning. This conforms the course content is alilgned to the universally accepted Continuing Professional Development (CPD) guidelines.

• Provide participants with the skills and knowledge to promote a workplace culture of respect, inclusivity, and fairness.

• Explore the Equality Act 2010 and its implications for workplace behaviour, including discrimination, prejudice, and stereotypes.

• Recognise and challenge discriminatory behaviour, promoting a diverse and inclusive working environment.

• Understand the value of diversity and inclusion in the workplace and how to promote these principles through policies, practices, and behaviour.

• Create a healthy and productive working environment that values and respects the uniqueness of all individuals, regardless of their background or characteristics.

• Individuals of all levels, including employers, managers, supervisors, full-time and part-time workers, and support/frontline staff.

• Anyone in the workplace who has a responsibility for supporting equality and diversity.

Over ten modules, this course will give an overview of The Equality Act 2010 and its protection against discrimination, harassment, and victimisation of individuals.

Module 1:  What is Equality & Diversity

This module explains the importance of equality and diversity, and how discrimination affects individuals and society.

Module 2: Equality and Diversity Legislation

This module covers the UK laws and regulations that promote equality and diversity, including the Equality Act 2010.

Module 3: What do we mean by Discrimination

This module defines discrimination and its different forms, such as direct, indirect, associative, and perceptive.

Module 4: Promoting Diversity

This module explores the benefits of diversity and provides strategies to promote inclusivity and diversity in the workplace.

Module 5: Links Between Values, Attitudes and Beliefs

This module explains the links between personal values, attitudes and beliefs and how they can affect behaviour towards diversity.

Module 6: Stereotypes, Prejudices and Discrimination

This module covers the differences between stereotypes, prejudices and discrimination and their impact on individuals and society.

Module 7: Institutional Discrimination

This module explains the concept of institutional discrimination and how it can affect policies, procedures, and practices in organisations.

Module 8: Valuing Others

This module explores the importance of valuing others and building positive relationships, including effective communication and active listening.

Module 9: Resistance to Feedback

This module discusses resistance to feedback and the factors that contribute to it, including personal biases and cultural differences.

Module 10: Course Summary

This module summarises the key concepts and learning outcomes of the Equality, Diversity and Discrimination course.

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This entirely online course can be accessed from any device with the following system specifications:

    • Browser: Up to date web browser
    • Video: Up to date video drivers
    • Memory: 1Gb+ RAM
    • Download Speed: Broadband (3Mb+)