Equality, Diversity and Human Rights
Course facts
- Payment: Free to learn, certificate paid
- Credits: CPD Credits
- Learning style: Self-paced, start anytime
- Format: Text & Interactive
- Video access: Streaming Only
- Refund: Conditional Refund
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Learn equality and diversity: UK equality and human rights laws, equality analysis, values and beliefs, discrimination, and unconscious bias.
Treating people fairly at work depends on knowing both the law and the attitudes that shape how we treat others. You learn the principles of equality and diversity, the benefits of embracing differences in race, gender, religion, orientation, and ideology, the UK acts that promote equality and prohibit discrimination, and the founding principles of human rights. The course then covers equality analysis, the links between values, attitudes, and beliefs, the forms of discrimination, unconscious bias, and how to make an informal complaint.
What You Will Achieve
- List the main UK acts on equality, diversity, and human rights and their purpose
- State the principles on which human rights are founded
- Carry out an equality analysis to find and address inequalities
- Distinguish unconscious bias from conscious prejudice and recognize discrimination
Program Overview
Equality and Diversity Laws and Legislations
The principles and the law.
- Introduction to equality and diversity
- Equality and diversity legislation
- Human rights
Equality Analysis, Beliefs and Discrimination
Spotting and tackling inequality.
- Equality analysis
- Links between values, attitudes, and beliefs
- Basics of discrimination
- Unconscious bias
Certificate Awarded (Paid)
Pass the final course assessment to earn it. The course is free to study; the certificate is optional and has a fee.
Job Outlook
Equality and diversity officers, HR staff, and paralegals apply equality law and practice in workplaces and public services.
- Equality & Diversity Officer
- Paralegal
Good for: HR professionals, managers, and educators who need to understand equality law and inclusive practice in the UK.
Keep in mind: The legal content is based on UK law, so check the equality legislation that applies in your country.
Bottom line: A clear introduction to UK equality law and the attitudes behind discrimination.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is equality analysis?
A process for identifying and addressing potential inequalities in different contexts, which the course explains how to conduct.
What is the difference between unconscious bias and conscious prejudice?
The course distinguishes the two and discusses how organizations can recognize and reduce unconscious bias in the workplace.
Does the course explain how to raise a complaint?
Yes. It explains how to make an informal complaint about unfair treatment related to equality and diversity.
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