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Free Level 2 Equality and Diversity Course Online – East Sussex College Eastbourne

CostFREE
Duration1 year
LevelLevel 2
DeliveryOnline
Start31 Oct 2026
Awarding bodyNCFE awarding body
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About this course

Free Level 2 Equality and Diversity Course. Study online at your own pace, fitting learning around your existing commitments.

The course covers the course in society, the community, and the workplace. You study through East Sussex College Eastbourne's online platform, completing written assignments marked by qualified tutors. The course typically takes one year to complete.

You'll finish with an NCFE Level 2 Certificate in Equality and Diversity.

Who this course is for

This knowledge-based qualification covers enhanced early stage learning and concepts relating to equality and diversity, particularly relating to society, the workplace, and the community. This will enable learners to develop a level of knowledge beyond the standard employer-sponsored training experience, which will provide them to access to further learning routes or career progression.

Entry requirements

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What you will learn

  • You'll explore equality and diversity concepts as they apply to wider society.
  • You'll examine how equality and diversity principles shape community life.
  • You'll understand equality and diversity responsibilities in the workplace.
  • You'll apply your knowledge to practical and work-related scenarios through written tasks.
  • You'll develop understanding beyond standard workplace equality training.

How you will learn

You'll study independently through an online learning platform. Each unit includes written tasks that test your understanding and your ability to apply knowledge to practical situations. You submit all assessments online, and qualified tutors mark your work and provide written feedback. The provider recommends studying around four to six hours per week to keep pace with the course.

What you will need to bring

You'll need a device with internet access to study and submit your assignments online. East Sussex College Eastbourne will confirm what else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Equalities officer, supports organisations to meet equality legislation.
  • Human resources officer, handles workplace policies including equality and inclusion.
  • Advice worker, guides individuals on rights and entitlements.
  • Community development worker, supports local groups and community projects.
  • Housing officer, manages tenancies and applies fair-access principles.
  • Training and development officer, designs and delivers staff learning programmes.
  • Youth worker, works with young people in community or educational settings.

What you could study next

  • Level 3 Certificate or Diploma in Equality and Diversity, a natural next step if you want to deepen your knowledge and take on more specialist roles.
  • Level 3 CIPD Foundation Certificate in People Practice, suited to those moving into human resources work.
  • Level 3 qualifications in community development, advice and guidance, or social care, depending on the sector you want to work in.
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