Free Level 2 Equality and Diversity Course. Study online at your own pace over 11 months. You must be aged 19 or over and live in England to qualify for funding. This online equality and diversity qualification covers what equality and diversity mean in practice, how to promote them at work and in the community, and the four British Values. You'll explore positive equality movements and learn how to apply inclusive principles across any workplace setting. The course suits a wide range of roles, from care and education to business and customer service.
Who this course is for
This course will equip learners with a detailed understanding of what equality and diversity means and how to promote them, as well as exploring the four British Values and positive equality movements. Promoting equality and diversity in the workplace and the wider community is crucial, and everyone's business - so this nationally recognised qualification is suitable for employees in any workplace.This course is delivered online. Studying via distance learning means you can choose when and where you study. All of our award-winning, online learning resources are of the highest quality and are designed to be engaging and interactive to keep you focused on your learning at all times.
Entry requirements
Learners must be aged 19+ and live in England to qualify for funding.
What you will learn
You'll understand what equality and diversity mean and why they matter in the workplace.
You'll explore the four British Values and how they connect to equality practice.
You'll learn how to promote equality and diversity in your day-to-day work.
You'll examine positive equality movements and their impact on society.
You'll identify different types of discrimination and how to challenge them.
You'll develop practical approaches to inclusive behaviour in any workplace setting.
How you will learn
You study entirely online, choosing when and where you learn. Learning is delivered through distance learning materials you work through at your own pace. Assessment is based on written assignments or online tasks that you complete and submit remotely. Herefordshire College Hereford will guide you through the process and confirm assessment requirements before you start.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Herefordshire College Hereford will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Care assistant: apply equality principles in health and social care settings.
Support worker: promote inclusive practice with vulnerable adults or young people.
Teaching assistant: support diverse learners in school or college environments.
SEN teaching assistant: work inclusively with pupils with additional needs.
HR assistant: handle equality and diversity policies and workplace compliance.
Customer service advisor: deliver fair, inclusive service across all customers.
Youth support worker: champion equality for young people in community settings.
Team leader: embed equality and diversity practice across your team.
What you could study next
Level 3 Certificate or Diploma in Equality and Diversity: deepen your knowledge and move into advisory or management roles.
Level 3 Award in Education and Training: if you want to teach or train others in equality and diversity topics.
Level 3 Diploma in Business Administration: combine equality knowledge with broader business skills for HR or office roles.
Level 3 Health and Social Care Diploma: apply equality principles in a regulated care setting.
