Religion & Belief Discrimination Course

Religion and Belief Discrimination – Online Course

Course overview
This introductory course explores religion and belief discrimination and its relevance in the workplace and service delivery. Learners will develop an understanding of religious and philosophical beliefs, common terminology, and situations where discrimination may affect colleagues, staff members or service users. The course also introduces relevant legislation and good practice to help promote equality, respect and inclusion.

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 religion and belief discrimination
• Definitions of religion and belief
• Commonly practised beliefs and their descriptions
• Commonly practised religions and their descriptions
• Understanding religion and belief discrimination
• Issues affecting service users in relation to religion and belief
• Issues affecting colleagues and staff members
• Religion and belief legislation
• Additional relevant legislation

Who is it for?
This course is suitable for learners across different roles and sectors who need introductory knowledge or refresher training on religion and belief discrimination. It may be useful for HR professionals, managers, supervisors, diversity and inclusion teams, educators, public service providers and other staff seeking to promote respectful and inclusive environments. It can also support induction, awareness and knowledge enhancement.

Practical benefits
• Develop awareness of religion and belief discrimination and its workplace relevance
• Recognise situations that may raise concerns about discriminatory treatment
• Support respectful communication with colleagues and service users
• Understand individual responsibilities and role boundaries
• Recognise when to seek advice, report concerns or escalate an issue
• Contribute to more inclusive and consistent workplace practices

What learners will be able to do
• Explain key terminology and principles relating to religion and belief discrimination
• Recognise common workplace and service-related concerns
• Identify potential risks and situations requiring attention
• Understand their responsibilities and the limits of their role
• Apply appropriate good-practice principles in workplace situations
• Communicate effectively with relevant people when concerns arise
• Recognise when further advice, reporting or escalation is appropriate
• Use their learning to support safer, more respectful practice

Is this training a legal requirement?
The course covers religion and belief legislation and additional relevant legislation. It supports awareness of discrimination-related responsibilities, but the information provided does not establish that this specific course is a legal requirement 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.