Equality and Diversity for Managers
Our IOSH Approved, CPD Certified Equality, Diversity and Inclusion Training for Managers supports team leaders to foster fair and inclusive workplaces.
Through real-life scenarios, the course delves into the concepts of equality, diversity, and inclusion, emphasising their importance and the positive impact they bring to employees and organisations.
This interactive eLearning course provides managers with the essential knowledge and skills they need to meet their legal and ethical obligations.
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Equality and Diversity for Managers
Managing equality and diversity is an essential, in-depth course that supports senior staff in promoting inclusive workplace practices and ensuring compliance with UK regulations and standards.
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Course summary
Our Equality and Diversity for Managers eLearning will help inform and protect your organisation by offering an introduction to the Equality Act and its implication in the workplace.
Through interactive learning and real-life case studies and scenarios, it will outline the protected characteristics, and provide managers with a greater understanding of the rights and responsibilities of all employees under the law.
Benefits of Equality, Diversity and Inclusion Training for Managers
- By fostering a culture in which everyone is valued, organisations can boost employee morale and job satisfaction, leading to higher retention rates and reduced turnover.
- An inclusive, diverse and fair workplace culture encourages different perspectives which drives innovation and problem-solving capabilities.
- Ensures managers understand their responsibilities under the Equality Act 2010 which reduces the likelihood of discrimination claims and protects the organisation’s reputation.
- IOSH Approved, CPD Certified and SCORM Compliant training.
- Equality, Diversity and Inclusion Training for Managers can be completed at the participant’s own pace, at a time that suits them.
- Interactive training to keep participants engaged throughout.
- Multiple choice quizzes so participants can check their understanding as they go.
- Summaries at the end of each section to enhance understanding.
Course Aims
By the end of Equality, Diversity and Inclusion Training for Managers, participants will:
- Know what ‘equality’, ‘diversity’ and ‘inclusion’ mean and why they are essential in the workplace.
- Be able to identify the nine protected characteristics under the Equality Act 2010.
- Understand how to promote equality, diversity and inclusion in the workplace and prevent discrimination.
- Understand an employer’s and employee’s personal responsibilities to support colleagues and how to manage complaints.
Course accreditations
Our accreditations mean you can be confident that we deliver high-quality, effective eLearning that forms part of a professional development programme.
We pride ourselves on our extensive certification and accreditation. We’re CPD Certified and this course is SCORM compliant which means it can be integrated as part of your existing LMS or used as part of our SHINE learning management system.
Learn more about our health and safety accreditations.
Who should take this course?
This equality and diversity course is for managers and supervisors in organisations of all sizes across all sectors.
Course duration
This course takes approximately 25 – 30 minutes to complete.
Equality, Diversity and Inclusion Training for Managers FAQS
Is this training relevant for all management levels?
Yes, this course is beneficial for managers and supervisors at all levels, across different sectors. It covers fundamental principles as well as practical strategies that are applicable regardless of managerial experience.
What if my organisation has unique needs or specific industry requirements?
Equality, Diversity and Inclusion Training for Managers can be customised to address specific challenges or regulatory requirements relevant to your industry. We can work with you to tailor the content or incorporate additional case studies that reflect your organisation’s unique context.
What kind of support can I expect if I encounter issues with the course?
We offer full technical support to ensure a smooth experience, whether you’re using our SHINE platform or integrating the course into your LMS. Additionally, our customer support team is available to answer any questions related to course content or compliance.
What happens if someone fails the course assessment?
Participants who don’t pass the assessment on their first attempt can review the course material and retake the assessment. The course is designed to support learning, with interactive elements and quizzes to reinforce understanding throughout.
How quickly can this training be rolled out to my team?
Once purchased, the course can be accessed immediately through our SHINE platform or integrated into your existing LMS, allowing employees to begin training right away.
Can I monitor employee progress throughout the training?
Yes, if using the SHINE platform, you can track employees’ progress, view completion rates, and download certificates for compliance records.
Start your learning adventure
Our offering provides three options for learning, catering to diverse preferences and needs. Whether you prefer the flexibility of eLearning, the immersive experience of virtual classes, or the in-person interaction of traditional learning, we have you covered. With our range of learning options, you can choose the method that suits your lifestyle and learning style best.
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eLearning
- Fully interactive – online learning
- Certified training – created by experts
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- Flexibility – complete at your own pace
- Bespoke – can be fully tailored to your needs
- Led by highly qualified experts
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Classroom Learning
- Collaboration – train alongside your colleagues
- Time-efficient – complete learning at your premises
- Team building opportunity
Course Overview
1. Introduction
What ‘equality’, ‘diversity’ and ‘inclusion’ mean.
The benefits of promoting equality, diversity and inclusion in the workplace for both employees and the organisation.
3. Protected characteristics
An overview of the nine protected characteristics stated in the Equality Act 2010 and how they apply to organisations.
5. Types of discrimination
The types of discrimination described in the Equality Act 2010, with case studies to illustrate each one.
7. Inclusion
The benefits of an inclusive workplace.
The eight aspects to consider to ensure an inclusive workplace, and what an inclusive workplace looks like in practice.
9. Employer / manager responsibilities
An employer’s responsibility to provide employees with training and access to relevant policies that state expected behaviours and reporting procedures.
An employer’s responsibility to prevent discrimination, harassment and victimisation under the Equality Act 2010, and what is meant by ‘vicarious responsibility’.
11. Reasonable adjustments
Examples of reasonable adjustments employers might make to promote inclusion, weighed against cost, feasibility and available resources.
13. Work schedule
What employers must consider when employees request flexible working.
15. Career development and training
What the law says about promoting fair and inclusive career development opportunities, and the practices employers can follow to ensure they do so.
17. Inclusive language
Why it is important to use inclusive, respectful language in the workplace, with examples of inclusive language.
2. Improving equality, diversion and inclusion
How employers can facilitate an environment that is equal, diverse and inclusive and the importance of accountability for this.
4. Prohibited conduct
What is meant by ‘discrimination’, ‘harassment’, ‘victimisation’ and ‘failure to make reasonable adjustments’.
How to prevent discrimination in the recruitment process and during the course of employment.
An in-depth look at the five reasons for dismissal and the support that must be provided for employees.
6. Unconscious bias
The definition of ‘unconscious bias’ and how to recognise and overcome it. The consequences that unconscious bias can have for employees and organisations.
8. Consequences
What happens when organisations fail to adhere to the principles of equality, diversity and inclusion.
The procedures that should be in place for an employee to follow if they have a complaint.
10. Policies and procedures
What policies and procedures an organisation should have in place to promote equality, diversity and inclusion, considering the:
- Equality Act 2010
- Equal Pay Statutory Code of Practice
- Employment Statutory Code of Practice
- Services Statutory Code of Practice
ACAS Disciplinary and Grievance Procedure.
12. Dismissal, redundancy and retirement
What employers need to consider when making redundancy decisions under the law, and the law surrounding retirement and dismissal.
Ways that unlawful dismissal claims can be prevented and resolved.
14. Complaints
The procedures employers can follow if an employee raises a discrimination complaint.
16. Reference tips
How employers can provide references that comply with equality, diversity and inclusion best practices.
How is it delivered?
Equality, Diversity and Inclusion Training for Managers is delivered online or through a computer network to each trainee at their desktop, laptop or mobile device.
We can also provide the course to be integrated into a SCORM compliant LMS.
Training can be completed at the employee’s own pace by “bookmarking” and recording progress and returning to the training later.
SHINE – compliance record keeping
The Praxis42 Digital Platform SHINE is our advanced eLearning management system and helps organisations deliver effective online learning for their employees.
A cost-effective tool for compliance record-keeping, SHINE allows you to view and manage employee training records easily. Individual training certificates can be printed as proof of compliance for audits or visits from enforcing agencies.
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