


29 Mar 2025

Recommended

Minimum 30 mins

Course

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Certification

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The Equality and Diversity Awareness for Healthcare Professionals course is a core element of the Skills for Care Care Certificate, designed to provide healthcare workers with the knowledge and skills to foster inclusive, respectful, and patient-centred environments. By embracing equality, diversity, and inclusion principles, participants will be better equipped to meet the needs of diverse patient populations while contributing to a supportive and collaborative workplace culture.
This course delves into key topics such as anti-discriminatory practices, cultural competence, and effective communication with individuals from various backgrounds. It ensures compliance with essential UK legal frameworks, including the Equality Act 2010, the Human Rights Act 1998, and the Care Act 2014. Participants will learn practical strategies to challenge discriminatory behaviours, overcome barriers to inclusion, and promote respect and dignity in their professional interactions.
By the end of the course, participants will have a strong foundation in equality and diversity, enabling them to create positive experiences for patients and colleagues while supporting organisational values and improving patient care outcomes.


Learning Outcomes.
By the end of this course,participants will be able:
To understand the principles of equality, diversity, and inclusion and their relevance in healthcare settings.
To identify and address discriminatory behaviours, stereotypes, and biases effectively.
To apply principles of equality and diversity in everyday care practices to create respectful and inclusive environments.
To communicate sensitively and effectively with individuals from diverse cultural and social backgrounds.
To recognise the role of equality and diversity in enhancing patient care and organisational performance.
To adhere to UK legal and ethical standards, including the Equality Act 2010 and the Human Rights Act 1998, ensuring compliance and best practices.
Course
Contents.
01
Definitions, principles, and their importance in healthcare practice.
03
Identifying direct and indirect discrimination, prejudice, and unconscious bias, and understanding their impacts.
05
Adapting care to respect individual preferences, needs, and cultural backgrounds.
08
Strategies for fostering collaboration, valuing team diversity, and encouraging shared responsibility.

06
Techniques to address communication barriers, unconscious bias, and professional misconduct.
09
Tools and approaches for assessing and improving inclusivity in care delivery.
02
Overview of key regulations, including the Equality Act 2010 and other relevant UK laws.
04
Strategies to foster inclusivity, prevent discrimination, and promote dignity and respect in care settings.
07
Developing sensitivity and respect for cultural differences in patient care.
10
Ensuring clarity, empathy, and mutual understanding in interactions with patients and colleagues.
The Equality and Diversity Awareness for Healthcare Professionals course equips participants with essential knowledge to promote inclusivity and respect in care settings. By addressing legal frameworks, communication techniques, and practical strategies, this course empowers healthcare professionals to foster a culture of equality, dignity, and high-quality patient care while contributing to a positive and inclusive workplace.
