Equality and Diversity (distance learning) - NCFE Level 2 Certificate
This qualification is suitable for learners wanting to develop an awareness, understanding and issues surrounding Equality and Diversity leading to a Level 2 qualification.
What the course is about
This knowledge-based qualification covers enhanced early-stage learning and concepts relating to Equality and Diversity particularly relating to society, the workplace and the community. This will enable learners to develop a level of knowledge beyond the standard employer-sponsored training experience, which will provide them to access to further learning routes or career progression. The objective of this qualification is to allow learners to:
- Raise their awareness of the issues surrounding Equality and Diversity
- Apply this awareness through their actions in society, community and the workplace
Learners will gain an understanding of the terminology, application, context and social constructs relating to Equality and Diversity, which they will be able to apply to their professional life, and further studies and will be of particular value to employers. This is a distance learning qualification course where you will use an e-learning package and complete assessment activity electronically. You will be supported by a tutor who will provide feedback (electronically) on your progress and will suggest other learning activities to help you develop the knowledge and understanding you require to successfully complete the qualification. The online e-learning material provided has been developed to provide the information you need to develop your knowledge and understanding to meet a specific range of learning outcomes. These outcomes are also mapped to National Occupational Standards so you can be sure that what you are learning is relevant to the workplace. You will plan a programme of study around your other life commitments. Distance learning material can be studied at any time and in any location where you can access a PC, laptop or tablet and broadband. You should aim to complete your course in 6 months, although it may be possible to achieve this earlier if you have more time to spend on study. Qualification content: This qualification consists of 3 mandatory units and you will study learning material, complete activities, and submit assessment questions for marking, for all of the following mandatory units;
- Equality and Diversity in society
- Equality and Diversity in the community
- Equality and Diversity in the workplace
You should not underestimate the time commitment required to complete a distance learning qualification at Level 2. Your tutor will also support you to improve your English skills alongside your learning of your vocational subject. This will include assessing your current skills from the work you produce and providing additional learning activities related to your subject that are designed to develop your skills in these areas. This is a vocational course leading to a qualification and the cost of it is subsidised by public funding. You will be required to complete all of the necessary coursework/assignments or exams by the given deadlines. PLEASE NOTE: If you do not successfully complete the course within the required timescale you will not be able to repeat it at the subsidised fee. For further information on the syllabus for this course please go to www.ncfe.org.uk
Pre-course information session or interview
There is a minimum entry age of 19 for this qualification. An Application process is applicable to this course. Please read the application page on our website before applying. Once you have read the application page you may go ahead and apply. For term dates please refer to www.skillsandlearningace.com/about/term-dates.
Assessment of progress, tests, exams
This is a Level 2 assessed course. The online materials have been developed to provide you with the underpinning knowledge you require to complete the qualification. The learning materials are mapped to learning outcomes required by awarding organisations to satisfy the requirements of the qualification. At the beginning of your course, you will be assigned a tutor who will be able to mark your work on-line and give you feedback and suggestions as you progress. Once completed, your work will be marked and internally verified. An external verifier from the awarding body will review your work before you receive your certificate. The visits from external verifiers only take place twice a year so there may be a delay in certification being awarded after you have completed your course. As soon as your certificate is received by Skills & Learning it will be forwarded to you.
Awarding body: NCFE
Assignments/Course work: Assessed questions for each learning outcome
Examination(s): No set examination
Please note that this qualification must be completed within the deadline set.
Who the course is for / Previous experience, knowledge or qualifications
We have designed this course to support you with working in all sectors. The qualification is designed for any learner who would like to develop their own understanding of the main issues in relation to Equality and Diversity across a variety of contexts.
You will need good IT skills and access to a computer, laptop or tablet with regular and reliable internet connection. This can be at home, at work, or in a library. You can check the suitability of this course for a preferred career path or route to employment by looking at various job profiles on the National Careers Service website https://nationalcareers.service.gov.uk.
There is an expectation that if you enrol on this course, you are willing to commit fully to the period of time involved in this course, the associated home study and the assessed work required, and intend to sit the examination if applicable. You should consider your readiness to commit to study and we have a study support toolbox to help you with this: www.skillsandlearningace.com/toolbox/
English language skills at Level 1 are required. You will be asked to complete an online assessment in English after submitting a course application.
Materials and costs
Resources required to achieve your qualification Essential: Access to a PC, laptop, notebook or tablet with broadband/Wi-Fi.
Desirable: Headphones.
There may be further materials you could obtain to further support your study. You will be guided by your tutor prior to any purchase.
Course Costs For information regarding any funding for this course please refer to the Finance page on our website www.skillslearningace.com/learning-with-us/finance/.
Please be aware that once you have submitted the Learning Agreement, you are committed to this programme of study. If you do not start the learning package when advised, or submit work when requested, the cost of the registration fee (£125) will be passed on to you.
Next Step
This qualification will enhance applicant potential in any job role or industry and is particularly relevant for those working in the following roles:
- Equality and Diversity officer/Equalities officer
- Advice worker
- Community development worker
- Community education officer
- Housing manager/officer
- Human resources officer
- Social worker
- Training and development officer
- Youth worker
Depending on the sector you work in, or plan to work in, you may be interested in other distance learning courses. See our website www.skillsandlearningace.com for more details. Other courses may be offered by Skills & Learning or other local providers. There are a range of courses available to help the development of skills for work.
There are a variety of e-learning courses that can be started at any time of the year. See the website for more details. Up to date English and maths Functional Skills and Essential Digital Skills qualifications can help you progress at work or into further or higher education. Skills & Learning work with local employers to offer Sector Based Work Academy Programmes and Apprenticeship training. Your tutor may also be able to discuss the possible next step options with you.
You may like to talk with a Careers Adviser about other courses. General careers advice and guidance can be provided by the National Careers Service https://nationalcareers.service.gov.uk For further information please contact us on 01202 123444.
Need support planning your next steps? Our experienced Careers Advisors at Skills & Learning can offer personalised guidance on choosing the right course, exploring career paths, developing interview skills, updating your CV and much more. Book a FREE appointment today and get the support you need to achieve your goals. Visit: https://www.skillsandlearningace.com/learning-with-us/next-steps/. Call us at 01202 123444 for more information.
Additional information
English, maths and computing skills: all of our courses support the development of relevant English, maths and computing skills.
Refunds: please see details of our cancellation policy in our Terms and Conditions on our website www.skillsandlearningace.com/policies/terms-and-conditions or in our brochure.
Attendance: before enrolling you should ensure that you can attend all classes offered as far as possible.
Places on courses: many of our courses are in high demand. If you have been offered a place but no longer require it, please advise us immediately as you may be preventing another learner from taking the place. Where learners do not attend the first session, without having given prior notice, Skills & Learning reserve the right to offer the place on the course to another learner; you will not be eligible for a refund it it is outside of the terms outlined in our cancellation policy.
Fully funded learners: if you have been offered a fully funded place on a course and no longer require it, you must advise us before the course starts so that your place can be offered to someone else. We reserve the right to withdraw future offers of fully funded places if you regularly do not start or complete funded courses.
Home study: you will be required to do significant study at home between sessions to assist with your learning and progress.
Qualification Levels: there is further information about qualification levels on our website.
Proof of identity: please bring photographic ID and your National Insurance number with you to your first session. You will also need to provide it for any external examinations you take.
Off-site activities: with some courses, there may be the opportunity for off-site enrichment activities at additional cost, for example: gallery, museum or exhibition visits. Where this is an integral part of the course, your tutor will discuss the arrangements with you during your induction.
Parking at centres: parking at centres may be limited; please be prepared to use on street parking or pay and display car parks. For information regarding each centre, please visit the venue section of our website www.skillsandlearningace.com/our-centres/.
Refreshments: tea/coffee or vending machine(s) are available at some venues. Further information can be found in the venue section of our website www.skillsandlearningace.com/our-centres/.
Unspent Criminal Convictions we require learners to disclose any unspent criminal convictions. Please refer to www.skillsandlearningace.com/policies/disclosure-of-unspent-convictions.
If you have any accessibility or disability issues that we need to accommodate or if you think you may need any other support to complete your chosen course, please contact: 01202 123444 or e-mail enquiries@salbcp.com. All enquiries are treated in confidence.
Course Details
Fees and concessions
The total charge for this course is £165. Concessions FREE.
You could study this course for free if any of the following apply:
- You receive Job Seekers Allowance (including National Insurance credits only), Employment and Support Allowance
- You receive Universal Credit or other state benefits not included previously and your take home pay (disregarding Universal Credit and other benefits) is less than £892 a month (if you are a sole adult in your benefit claims) or £1,437 a month (if you have a joint benefit claim with your partner).
- You are not in receipt of benefits, are unemployed, want to be employed and the course is directly relevant to your employment prospects.
- If your income is below £25,000 p.a (gross including benefits)
If you’re not eligible, you can pay via an Instalment Plan or by paying the full course fee upfront.
How do I enrol?
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