Pregnancy and Maternity Discrimination Course

Pregnancy and Maternity Discrimination – Online Course

Course overview
This introductory course explores pregnancy and maternity discrimination and its relevance in the workplace. Learners will develop an understanding of discrimination-related concerns, the application of the Equality Act, and ways to support employees during pregnancy, maternity and related periods of leave. The course also introduces breastfeeding support, paternity rights, parental leave, flexible working, and adoption leave and pay.

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

What the course covers
• Introduction to pregnancy and maternity discrimination
• Understanding pregnancy and maternity discrimination
• Applying the Equality Act
• Characteristics of pregnancy and maternity discrimination
• Facilitating pregnancy and maternity rights
• Supporting breastfeeding
• Paternity rights
• Parental leave
• Flexible working
• Adoption leave and pay

Who is it for?
This course is suitable for people across different roles who need introductory awareness or refresher training on pregnancy and maternity discrimination. It may be particularly useful for HR professionals, managers, supervisors, employment and legal professionals, trade union representatives, diversity and inclusion practitioners, health and safety professionals, and business owners. It can support induction, awareness development and knowledge enhancement.

Practical benefits
• Improve understanding of pregnancy and maternity discrimination in the workplace
• Recognise potential discrimination concerns and situations requiring attention
• Develop awareness of relevant workplace rights and responsibilities
• Understand ways to support employees during pregnancy and maternity-related leave
• Promote respectful, fair and inclusive workplace practices
• Recognise when advice, reporting or escalation may be required

What learners will be able to do
• Explain key principles and terminology relating to pregnancy and maternity discrimination
• Recognise why the subject matters in day-to-day workplace practice
• Identify common risks, concerns and relevant situations
• Understand individual responsibilities and role boundaries
• Apply appropriate good-practice principles in workplace situations
• Communicate effectively with relevant people when issues arise
• Recognise when further advice, reporting or escalation is appropriate
• Use the learning to support safer and more consistent workplace practice

Is this training a legal requirement?
The course covers the Equality Act and topics relating to pregnancy, maternity and parental rights. It supports awareness of relevant workplace responsibilities, but the information provided does not establish that this specific course is legally required for every learner or workplace. Employers should determine the training required for their roles and circumstances.

Assessment and certificate
Learners complete an end-of-course quiz. Upon successful completion, they receive a free CPD-accredited certificate that can be downloaded or printed. Unlimited quiz retakes are available.