Workplace
Equality and Diversity Online Course
Develop a solid understanding of equality and diversity in the workplace with this CPD accredited online course, grounded in the Equality Act 2010 and designed for employees at all levels. The Equality Act 2010 provides the legal framework for protecting individuals from discrimination, harassment, and victimisation in the workplace, and this course explains what that means in practice for both employers and employees. You will learn about the nine protected characteristics — age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex, and sexual orientation — and understand the different forms of discrimination including direct discrimination, indirect discrimination, harassment, and victimisation. The course also addresses unconscious bias, explaining how automatic assumptions can influence decision-making and workplace behaviour, and provides practical strategies for recognising and reducing bias. Beyond legal compliance, the course explores the business and cultural benefits of fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace, including improved staff retention, better decision-making, and stronger team performance. Equality and diversity training is widely regarded as essential for all staff, and many employers include it as part of their mandatory induction programme. Upon completion, you will receive a CPD accredited certificate recognised by employers and HR professionals across all sectors in the UK.
Your Equality and Diversity certificate is included in the £35 Chefs Bay Academy licence, along with 130+ other CPD accredited courses. One payment, 12 months of access, no subscription.
Equality and Diversity at a glance
Equality and Diversity is a CPD accredited online course from Chefs Bay Academy, taking 30 mins to complete. The certificate is ready to download as soon as you pass.
| Duration | 30 mins, self-paced |
|---|---|
| Certificate | CPD Accredited, instant download |
| Price | £35 licence covering all 130+ courses |
| Access | 12 months, any device, unlimited retakes |
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Chefs Bay Academy is run by Chefs Bay Hospitality Limited (Company No. 13588811), a UK hospitality and care staffing agency based in Merseyside. Your £35 licence covers this course and 130+ others, all CPD accredited, with 12 months of access.
What this course costs elsewhere
| Comparison | Typical single certificate | Chefs Bay Academy licence, all 130+ courses |
|---|---|---|
| Price | £10-£40 per course, usually + VAT | £35 once, VAT included |
| Covers | One course | All 130+ courses |
| Access | Typically 60-90 days | 12 months, one person |
| Retakes | Often charged again | Unlimited, any course |
| Refunds | Varies by provider | Full refund within 14 days, if no certificate downloaded |
Market range from provider price lists, checked August 2026. £35 is the whole licence, covering all 130+ courses for 12 months, not a per-course price.
What You'll Learn
- Introduction to Equality and Diversity
- The Equality Act 2010 and Protected Characteristics
- Understanding Direct and Indirect Discrimination
- Recognising Unconscious Bias
- Promoting Equality in the Workplace
- Celebrating Diversity and Inclusion
Who Needs This Course
Essential for all employees, managers, HR professionals, and team leaders who need to understand UK equality legislation and contribute to an inclusive workplace culture.
Your Certificate
Pass the assessment and your certificate is ready to download as a PDF the same day, with your name and the course title on it. Print it, email it to a manager, or attach it to a CV.
- PDF download, same day you pass
- CPD accredited by The CPD Certification Service
- Retake the assessment as often as you need
These are training courses, not Ofqual-regulated qualifications. Read how our accreditation works.
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Equality and Diversity
Want the background before you start? Read our guide: Equality and diversity training: UK legal requirements
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Buy Your Licence
One payment of £35 for all 130+ courses, 12 months. No subscriptions, no hidden fees.
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Get Instant Access
Login details arrive by email, and the confirmation page has a set-up link so you can start straight away.
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Complete Courses
Work at your own pace on any device. All 130+ courses unlocked.
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Download Certificates
CPD accredited certificates ready for your employer or CV.
Related Courses
All included in your £35 licence, for 12 months
Frequently Asked Questions
The Equality Act 2010 makes discrimination unlawful and expects employers to prevent it. The Act does not name a specific course, but training is the standard way organisations show they are taking reasonable steps to stop discrimination and promote fair treatment.
The Equality Act 2010 protects nine characteristics: age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex, and sexual orientation. The course explains each one and what it means day to day.
It covers the protected characteristics, the forms of discrimination such as direct, indirect, harassment, and victimisation, the duties of employers and employees, and how to build an inclusive workplace.
All staff benefit, and it is particularly important for managers, HR, and anyone involved in recruitment or customer-facing work where fair treatment is part of the role.
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Equality and Diversity plus 130+ more courses, all CPD accredited. One person, 12 months, no subscription.
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