This course explores the fundamental principles and practices of equality, diversity, and inclusion in the modern workplace. It provides practical guidance on creating and maintaining an inclusive work environment where all employees can thrive, while ensuring compliance with equality legislation.

The course emphasises the business benefits of a diverse workforce and provides strategies for embedding EDI principles into organisational culture.

Who is this course for?

This course is essential for all employees working in office and HR environments, from entry-level staff to senior management, who need to understand and promote equality, diversity, and inclusion in their daily work activities. It is particularly relevant for those involved in recruitment, people management, and workplace culture development.

Course Content

• Understanding EDI Terminology
• Legal Framework and Protected Characteristics
• Unconscious Bias Recognition
• Inclusive Recruitment Practices
• Creating Inclusive Workplaces
• Microaggressions and Their Impact
• Cultural Competence
• Reasonable Adjustments
• Managing Diverse Teams
• Inclusive Communication
• Promoting Workplace Accessibility
• Handling EDI Complaints
• Measuring EDI Success

Course Objectives

• Understand key concepts and terminology related to equality, diversity, and inclusion
• Know how to recognize and address unconscious bias in the workplace
• Be able to implement inclusive recruitment and selection practices
• Understand the legal framework surrounding equality and diversity
• Know how to create and maintain an inclusive workplace culture
• Be able to recognise and address microaggressions effectively
• Understand how to make reasonable adjustments for employees
• Know how to promote inclusive communication practices
• Be able to measure and monitor EDI initiatives
• Understand the role of allyship in promoting workplace inclusion
• Know how to handle EDI-related complaints sensitively and effectively
• Be able to develop and implement EDI action plans
• Understand the business case for diversity and inclusion