Equality and Diversity

Programme Outline

This course gives a general awareness of issues surrounding equality and diversity and is designed for anyone working with people.

Programme duration – Full day

Aim: For students to have a better understanding in recognising and respecting differences

Objectives

Student(s) will be able to identify and describe;

• Understand the different types of prejudice and discrimination
• Understand why it is important to respect and preserve people’s ethnic, religious, cultural and linguistic background
• Understand the importance of confidentiality and its limits in line with policy and procedure
• Understand the Social Model of Disability and how it relates to your work and the needs of others around you.
• Understand how you can support and encourage people to develop skills to deal with discrimination, enhance self worth and make a positive contribution
• Relevant legislation