Introduction to Equality and Diversity

Description

This Equality and Diversity course incorporates the Equality Act 2010. It has been developed to provide staff with an introduction to diversity in the workplace, and an understanding of how other people and cultures should be respected. This course is suitable for all levels of staff. The aim is to ensure that the learner gains an awareness of equality, diversity and care values, and how anti-discriminatory practice underpins their work with their clients. LEARNING OUTCOME •The key principles of the Equality Act 2010 • Understand the nine protected characteristics • Explain why equality and diversity are important • Understand how making assumptions about individuals can be wrong • Understand to work in ways that support equality and diversity • Know how to respond to discriminatory behaviour • Know how legislation and guidelines support equality and diversity