CPD Equality, Diversity and Inclusion Course

This CPD-certified Equality, Diversity and Inclusion course provides a clear introduction to building fairer, more respectful workplaces. It equips staff with the knowledge to recognise unfair treatment, challenge discrimination, and understand their responsibilities under the Equality Act 2010.

Learners will explore key concepts including protected characteristics, direct discrimination, indirect discrimination, harassment, victimisation, and unconscious bias. They’ll also consider how personal values and beliefs can influence behaviour in the workplace, and how to practice inclusion effectively across different settings.

The course highlights both the ethical responsibility and the social responsibility of creating an inclusive workplace, showing how equality and diversity contribute not only to compliance but also to stronger teams, better communication, and improved outcomes.

Practical scenarios and examples are used to demonstrate how to identify inappropriate behaviour, challenge it constructively, and embed inclusive practices into day-to-day work. By the end of the course, learners will understand how to uphold the rights of individuals, promote fairness, and contribute to an environment where everyone feels respected, valued, and able to thrive.

Course Structure:

• Identify legal and work-setting requirements on equality, diversity and discrimination
• Define different terminology related to equality, diversity and discrimination
• Describe the rights individuals in your care have and how to uphold them
• Compare your own values and beliefs and how they impact or influence your working practices
• Evaluate the impact and effect of discrimination on individuals
• Challenge discrimination effectively and work inclusively with individuals

There are no formal entry requirements for this Equality, Diversity and Inclusion training course. It is open to staff at all levels, making it easy for employers to roll out consistent training across teams and departments.

The course is particularly relevant for employees in health and social care, education, and other workplace settings where understanding and applying equality and diversity principles is essential. It helps staff recognise protected characteristics, avoid unfair treatment, and challenge issues such as harassment, victimisation, or indirect discrimination in a professional and constructive way.

Because the training is delivered online, it’s flexible and convenient to complete alongside existing responsibilities. It works well as an introduction for new starters who need to understand their role under the Equality Act 2010, while also serving as a refresher for experienced staff who want to strengthen their knowledge of EDI. The only expectation is that staff approach the course with a willingness to learn and apply the principles of equality, diversity, and inclusion to their everyday practice.

On successful completion of this programme, learners will be awarded a certificate accredited by the CPD Certification Service. This recognition confirms that the Equality, Diversity and Inclusion training meets industry standards and contributes to ongoing professional development across workplace settings.

For employers, CPD certification provides confidence that staff are receiving credible and relevant training. It shows a clear commitment to compliance with the Equality Act 2010, as well as to building an inclusive workplace where staff understand their responsibilities around protected characteristics and how to prevent discrimination, harassment, and victimisation.

Holding CPD-accredited training also strengthens inspection readiness, providing evidence that employees are trained to recognised standards. For individuals, it enhances their professional profile and demonstrates a strong understanding of equality and diversity principles.

Beyond certification, the course delivers practical skills to challenge unconscious bias, reduce unfair treatment, and embed values of fairness and respect into daily practice. This ensures both compliance and the wider benefits of stronger teams, better communication, and an inclusive working culture.

Enrolling onto the Equality, Diversity and Inclusion training course is quick and straightforward. Employers can purchase online in just a few steps, giving staff immediate access to the materials without lengthy sign-up processes or eligibility checks.

Because the course is delivered entirely online, staff can complete it at their own pace, making it easy to fit training around existing work commitments. This flexibility ensures teams can engage with the content without disrupting daily responsibilities.

On completion, learners receive a certificate accredited by the CPD Certification Service, providing employers with evidence of high-quality training that supports both compliance and professional development.