Care Certificate Standard 4 – Equality, Diversity and Inclusion Course

Awareness of Equality, Diversity and Inclusion – Online Course

Course overview
This online course provides an introduction to equality, diversity and inclusion, with a focus on Care Certificate Standard 4. It helps learners understand key concepts, recognise the importance of inclusive workplace practices and develop awareness of their responsibilities when working in health and social care. The course takes approximately one hour and is worth 1 CPD point.

Please note: This is an introductory Level 1 awareness course covering equality, diversity and inclusion. It does not replace any practical, regulated or role-specific training an employer may require.

What the course covers
• Equality, diversity, inclusion and human rights
• Key terminology and definitions
• The importance and benefits of equality and diversity
• Aspects of diversity in the workplace
• Direct, indirect, perceptive and associative discrimination
• Harassment and victimisation
• Disability and workforce diversity
• Age legislation
• Responsible use of power
• Communication and language
• The Equality Act 2010
• Workplace diversity
• Legislation, strategies and policies
• Human rights in care settings

Who is it for?
This course is suitable for individuals working in health and social care who need introductory knowledge of equality, diversity and inclusion. It can support induction, refresher training, awareness development and knowledge enhancement. Relevant roles include:
• Care workers and caregivers
• Social workers
• Healthcare assistants
• Community support workers
• Allied health professionals
• Care managers and supervisors
• Advocates
• Equality and diversity officers
• Staff undertaking Care Certificate-related learning

Practical benefits
• Develop awareness of equality, diversity and inclusion in care settings
• Understand key concepts and terminology relating to discrimination and human rights
• Recognise the importance of respectful and inclusive workplace practices
• Improve awareness of communication and language in professional settings
• Support induction and refresher learning
• Gain a free CPD-accredited course certificate after successfully completing the quiz

What learners will be able to do
• Explain the core principles and terminology associated with Care Certificate Standard 4
• Recognise the relevance of equality, diversity and inclusion to everyday practice
• Identify common concerns and situations relating to the subject
• Understand individual responsibilities and role boundaries
• Apply appropriate good-practice principles in workplace situations
• Communicate with relevant people when concerns arise
• Recognise when advice, reporting or escalation may be necessary
• Use their learning to support safer and more consistent practice

Is this training a legal requirement?
The course covers the Equality Act 2010, legislation, workplace policies and human rights in care settings. The supplied course information does not establish that this specific online course is a legal requirement for every worker. Its suitability for induction, awareness, refresher training and Care Certificate-related learning depends on the learner’s role and training needs.

Assessment and certificate
Learners complete an online quiz at the end of the course. On successful completion, they receive a free CPD-accredited Care Certificate Standard 4 – Equality, Diversity and Inclusion course certificate, available immediately to download or print at home. Unlimited assessment