Free Level 2 Equality and Diversity Course. Study online, fitting your learning around your existing commitments. The course takes around 8 weeks and covers equality and diversity across different environments, from wider society to specific communities and the workplace. You'll explore the legislation that shapes fair and respectful workplaces, and the social factors that affect how equality and diversity play out in practice. There are no formal entry requirements. This free equality and diversity course for adults is fully funded through the Adult Education Budget, subject to eligibility.
Who this course is for
Britain is a culturally diverse nation that respects and values the differences in people. Companies are legally required to follow a set of practices to tackle discrimination and ensure equality for their employees. If you want to learn about equality and diversity in different contexts, this course will give you a great understanding of the different issues affecting equality and diversity in society today.
Entry requirements
There are no formal entry requirements for this course.
What you will learn
You'll explore the key principles of equality and diversity in society and the workplace.
You'll examine the legislation that protects people from discrimination at work.
You'll identify the factors in wider society and specific communities that affect equality.
You'll understand how organisations can promote fairness, dignity, and respect.
You'll recognise different forms of discrimination and how to challenge them.
You'll apply equality and diversity principles to real workplace situations.
How you will learn
You study online with weekly sessions delivered via Microsoft Teams. Learning is structured across 8 weeks, with content covering equality and diversity in different contexts. Assessment is through written tasks and activities completed during the course. You work through the material at a pace that suits your schedule, with tutor support available through the online sessions.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Total Training Provision will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Care assistant: equality and diversity knowledge is core to person-centred care
Support worker: understanding rights and inclusion supports vulnerable people
Teaching assistant: helps you promote inclusive classrooms and challenge discrimination
SEN teaching assistant: supports inclusive practice for pupils with additional needs
HR assistant: equality legislation is central to HR policies and recruitment
Customer service advisor: helps you handle diverse customers fairly and professionally
Youth support worker: promotes inclusion and fairness with young people
Team leader: equips you to build respectful, legally compliant team environments
What you could study next
Level 3 Award or Certificate in Equality and Diversity: deepens your knowledge and is suited to supervisory or advisory roles.
Level 3 Certificate in Assessing Vocational Achievement: if you want to move into training or assessment roles.
Level 3 Diploma in Business Administration: builds on workplace knowledge for office and HR career paths.
Level 3 Award in Education and Training: a route into adult teaching or workplace training.
