Free Level 2 Equality and Diversity Course. Study online at your own pace, fitting learning around your work and other commitments. The course is available to adults aged 19 or over. If you are 19 to 23 years old, contact UCN Newbury College to check your funding eligibility. There are no fees if you are 24 or over. You will explore equality legislation, discrimination, and how to promote inclusive practice in the workplace. The course typically takes one year to complete. It suits a wide range of roles, from care and education to business and customer service.
Who this course is for
This qualification is suitable for people of all ages, including those in or seeking employment. It is also ideal for those who need to develop an awareness of issues relating to equality and diversity.
Entry requirements
You will be issued with an Induction Workbook during your first discussion with your tutor; this workbook will determine whether you are suitable for the course. Students should be aged 19+ and be eligible for UK adult funding.
What you will learn
You'll explore the key principles of equality, diversity, and inclusion in everyday and workplace settings.
You'll examine different types of discrimination and how the law protects people from it.
You'll learn about the Equality Act 2010 and the protected characteristics it covers.
You'll develop your understanding of how to promote fair and inclusive practice.
You'll consider the impact of stereotyping, prejudice, and unconscious bias.
You'll look at the rights and responsibilities of both employers and employees around equality.
How you will learn
You will study online and complete an induction workbook at the start of the course. Your tutor uses this to confirm the course is the right level for you. Assessment is through written assignments and workbook tasks completed online. You work through the material at your own pace with tutor support available throughout.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. UCN Newbury College will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Care assistant: equality and diversity knowledge is essential in care settings.
Teaching assistant: supports inclusive practice in schools and classrooms.
SEN teaching assistant: helps create fair, supportive environments for all pupils.
HR assistant: applies equality principles in recruitment and workplace policy.
Customer service advisor: handles diverse customers fairly and professionally.
Support worker: promotes dignity and inclusion for the people you support.
Youth support worker: works with young people from a wide range of backgrounds.
Team leader: leads teams with awareness of equality responsibilities.
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 move into training or assessment roles where equality knowledge underpins your practice.
Level 3 Diploma in Health and Social Care: builds on equality principles within a regulated care setting.
CIPD Level 3 Foundation Certificate in People Practice: for those moving into HR, where equality law is a core part of the role.
