Free Level 2 Equality and Diversity Course. Study online at your own pace, fitting learning around your work and personal commitments. The course takes around 12 weeks to complete. You'll explore equality law, discrimination, diversity in the workplace, and how to promote inclusive practice. This free equality and diversity course for adults is relevant across a wide range of roles, from care and education to business and customer service. Entry requires 4 GCSEs at grades 9 to 3 (English and maths are desirable) or a Level 1 qualification. You'll finish with a TQUK Level 2 Certificate in Equality and Diversity.
Who this course is for
Further information is available on our website
Entry requirements
4 GCSEs at grades 9 - 3/A* - D (English and maths desirable) or a Level 1 qualification.
What you will learn
You'll understand the key principles of equality, diversity, and inclusion.
You'll explore UK equality legislation and what it means in practice.
You'll identify different forms of discrimination and how to challenge them.
You'll learn how to promote inclusive behaviour in a workplace setting.
You'll examine how equality and diversity apply across different sectors and communities.
You'll develop awareness of protected characteristics under the Equality Act 2010.
How you will learn
You'll study entirely online, working through course materials at your own pace. Assessment is through written assignments and knowledge checks completed online. You submit your work digitally and receive feedback from your assessor. There are no exams to sit in person.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. London South East Colleges 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
Teaching assistant: supports inclusive practice in schools and classrooms
SEN teaching assistant: helps create equitable learning environments for all pupils
Support worker: promotes dignity and respect for people using services
HR assistant: applies equality law in recruitment and workplace policy
Customer service advisor: handles diverse customers fairly and professionally
Youth support worker: works with young people from varied backgrounds
Team leader: leads teams with awareness of inclusive workplace practice
What you could study next
Level 3 Certificate in Equality and Diversity: deepens your knowledge and is suited to supervisory or advisory roles.
Level 3 Award in Education and Training: a next step if you want to move into teaching or training roles.
Level 3 Diploma in Business Administration: builds on workplace skills including equality and inclusion in an office environment.
Level 3 HR qualifications (such as CIPD Level 3): relevant if you want to move into a people or HR role.
