Equality, Diversity and Discrimination
This course provides an essential introduction to equality, diversity, and discrimination in the workplace. It explains the difference between equality and diversity, explores relevant legislation, and highlights the importance of promoting an inclusive environment. Learners will develop an understanding of discrimination, stereotypes, and unconscious bias, as well as strategies to value others and respond positively to feedback. This course is suitable for all employees and helps ensure compliance with legal and ethical workplace standards.
Course Overview
The course begins by explaining what is meant by equality and diversity and why these concepts are important in the workplace. It then explores equality and diversity legislation and outlines the responsibilities of employers and employees. Learners will examine what discrimination is, including direct, indirect, and institutional discrimination, and how it can occur in everyday practice. The course goes on to discuss how diversity can be promoted positively, including the links between values, attitudes, and beliefs. It also looks at stereotypes, prejudice, and their impact on behaviour, before highlighting the importance of valuing others and responding constructively to feedback. The course concludes with a summary that reinforces key learning points and best practice.
Learning Objectives
By the end of this course, learners will be able to:
Define equality, diversity, and discrimination in the workplace
Explain key equality and diversity legislation and employer responsibilities
Identify different forms of discrimination, including institutional discrimination
Recognise the impact of stereotypes, prejudices, and personal values on behaviour
Demonstrate ways to promote diversity and inclusion in the workplace
Understand the importance of valuing others and responding constructively to feedback
Who is this course for
This course is suitable for all employees, managers, and employers who want to understand equality, diversity, and discrimination, and how to create an inclusive and legally compliant workplace.
Recommended System Requirements
Recommended System Requirements
• Browser: Up to date web browser
• Video: Up to date video drivers
• Memory: 1Gb+ RAM
• Download Speed: Broadband (3Mb+)
Further Progression
Learners completing this course can progress to advanced diversity and inclusion training, management-level equality training, or sector-specific CPD programmes in health and social care, HR, or education.
Accredited by
CPD Approved
Course Cost
£15 +VAT