Equality & Diversity Level 2 Certificate Course

Description

Qualification Number 601/4458/0

Minimum entry age 19

Guided Learning Hours 180

What does this qualification cover?

This qualification aims to:

• introduce the concepts of equality and diversity in a variety of environments including society, the community and the workplace

• highlight how stereotyping and labelling affect individuals

• outline the effects of prejudice and discrimination

• allow the learner to examine rights and responsibilities

• stress the importance of taking individual responsibility and action to help and support others

• provide a basis for further study and/or career development.

The objectives of these qualifications are to help learners to:

• raise their awareness of the issues surrounding equality and diversity

• apply this awareness through their actions in society, community and the workplace.

Who is it suitable for?

This qualification is suitable for learners aged 19 and above.

What are the entry requirements?

There are no specific recommended prior learning requirements for this qualification.

How is this qualification structured?

The qualification is made up of three mandatory units:

• Unit 1 Equality and diversity in society

• Unit 2 Equality and diversity in the community

• Unit 3 Equality and diversity in the workplace

How is it assessed?

This qualification is assessed via an internally assessed and externally verified portfolio of evidence.

Funding for our qualifications

This qualification is available fully funded under the Adult Education Budget funding stream and is free to the candidate.