Disability Discrimination Course

Disability Discrimination – Online Course

Course overview
This online course introduces disability discrimination, equality and inclusion in workplace and public service settings. Learners explore disability definitions, communication approaches, accessibility and ways to overcome barriers that may prevent people with disabilities from participating fully. The course also introduces the legal protections provided by the Equality Act 2010. It takes approximately one hour to complete and is CPD accredited, with one CPD point available.

Please note: This course provides introductory awareness and knowledge of disability discrimination at work. It does not replace practical, regulated or role-specific training that an employer may require.

What the course covers
• Introduction to equality, diversity and human rights in relation to disability discrimination
• Defining disability
• Understanding what is not classified as a disability within the course content
• Different models and terminology for referring to disability
• Disability discrimination and its implications
• Communication and appropriate language
• Identifying and overcoming barriers
• Creating a disability-friendly workplace
• The seven protected characteristics under the Equality Act 2010, with a focus on disability
• Inclusive practices, workplace adjustments and accessibility
• Promoting inclusive services and working environments

Who is it for?
This course is suitable for professionals and individuals who want to improve their understanding of disability discrimination and inclusive practice. It may be particularly useful for:
• HR professionals and managers
• Legal and compliance teams
• Equality, diversity and inclusion officers
• Line managers and supervisors
• Health and safety professionals
• Educators and trainers
• Public service providers
• Employees seeking to improve their awareness of disability rights and inclusion

It can support staff induction, refresher training and knowledge development. No specific entry requirements are stated for this course.

Practical benefits
• Improve understanding of disability discrimination and equality principles
• Develop awareness of legal protections under the Equality Act 2010
• Recognise barriers that may affect accessibility and inclusion
• Improve communication with colleagues, service users and other individuals
• Identify ways to support inclusive workplace practices
• Understand the importance of appropriate workplace adjustments
• Contribute to more accessible services and working environments
• Gain a CPD-accredited certificate following successful completion of the assessment

What learners will be able to do
• Explain key principles and terminology associated with disability discrimination
• Recognise the relevance of disability inclusion in everyday work
• Identify common barriers, risks and concerns relating to disability discrimination
• Understand individual responsibilities and role boundaries
• Apply appropriate good-practice principles in workplace situations
• Communicate effectively with relevant people when concerns arise
• Recognise when advice, reporting or escalation may be necessary
• Identify practical approaches to improving accessibility and inclusion
• Use their learning to support safer and more consistent workplace practice

Is this training a legal requirement?
The course covers the Equality Act 2010, which provides legal protections relating to disability discrimination in Great Britain. It introduces the relevance of these protections to workplace inclusion, accessibility and non-discriminatory services. The course provides awareness of the legislation but does not, by itself, establish that an individual or organisation has met all applicable legal obligations.

Assessment and certificate
Learners complete an online quiz at the end of the course. Successful completion results in a free CPD-accredited Disability Discrimination course certificate, which can be downloaded or printed. Unlimited assessment retakes are available. The course takes approximately one hour and can be studied online at the learner’s own pace, with access to the course content upon enrolment.