Equal Opportunities

Course Overview

This course is designed to help delegates understand the importance of equal opportunities and how it is applied at work along with an appreciation of the legislation associated with it.

Audience

Any one who wishes to have a better understanding of equal opportunity issues in the workplace.

Skills Gained

• An understanding of the responsibility in such areas as Direct / Indirect Discrimination, Positive Action, Positive Discrimination, Vicarious Liability and Victimisation

Course Outline

• Course Objectives
• Why Equal Opportunities ?
• Understanding Equal Opportunities
• Stereotyping & Prejudice
• The 'Paradigm of Prejudice'
• Examining Attitudes Exercise
• Recognising Harassment
• Legislation
• Summary; Action Plans Agreed