Although most people are aware that ‘discrimination’ as a concept is generally unacceptable and illegal, many can be unaware of the sometimes subtle and indirect ways that policies and behaviours can be discriminatory. This Essentials of Anti-discrimination online compliance training module is designed to promote an awareness of what discrimination is, whom it affects, and how it can occur.

In addition to examining the negative consequences that can arise from a discriminatory environment, the training also focuses on the positive benefits that diversity can bring to a workplace and how to foster a cohesive, productive and inclusive environment that promotes equal employment opportunity.

What the course covers

The Essentials of Anti-discrimination course covers the following major subject areas:

• Key concepts of Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO)
• A definition of discrimination
• The anti-discrimination laws that apply at work
• The negative effects of discrimination
• Grounds of discrimination covered by the law
• Areas of employment covered by the law
• Direct discrimination and indirect discrimination
• Responsibilities of workers and employers
• Lawful exceptions that apply to EEO
• The concept of productive diversity
• How to build productive diversity in the workplace.

Course structure and delivery

This course is delivered as an online self-paced training module. The module consists of 27 screens of content followed by an assessment of randomised questions. Participants must answer all questions correctly in order to complete the course, and may review content and re-attempt the assessment until it has been passed. Most people will complete the course in 25 to 30 minutes. After completion, a personalised certificate can be printed.

Advanced course features

Our courses are designed with accessibility and convenience in mind. All courses feature:

• 24 x 7 online availability from anywhere
• Learners can complete course content over multiple sessions
• Content can be viewed on computers, tablet devices and even mobile phones
• Interactive exercises and variety of presentation styles increase engagement
• Courses include optional audio narration for content and scenarios
• Up-to-date real-world and hypothetical examples to illustrate concepts
• Accessibility options such as dark mode and reader view for the visually impaired.

Additional unique tools and features

High quality, comprehensive and engaging content is not all there is to our unique course offerings. Our courses are supported by the flexible and powerful Online Compliance Learning Management System (OCLMS) platform. The platform also includes many unique administration features and customisation options that enable you to present a consistent and appealing experience.

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