Diversity Training: Celebrating Diversity in the Workplace

About the Course

More than ever, a workplace is a diverse collection of individuals proud of who they are: their gender, their sexual orientation, their religion, their ethnic background, and all the other components that make an individual unique. One of the challenges for workplace leaders is how to help these diverse individuals work as a team. We all know what happens to organizations that don’t have effective teamwork: they fail. And, failing to embrace diversity can also have serious legal costs for corporations. This course will give you ways to celebrate diversity in the workplace while bringing individuals together.

Course Schedule

This course is self-paced allowing you flexibility in the time needed to complete the course. You decide the order and progression you’d like to take, allowing you to revisit and review sections in greater depth as needed.

This course has the following:

• Learn More opportunities
• Informal assessments and quizzes
• Final assessment
• Action Plan

Following the course, you will complete an assessment which requires you to demonstrate your understanding of key course concepts. Upon successful completion of the assessment you will be awarded an electronic certificate of completion.

Course Chapters

• Defining the Terms
• Identifying Sterotypes
• Wise Word
• The Cornerstones of Diversity
• The STOP Technique
• Managing for Diversity
• Dealing with Discrimination

Course Objectives

After completing this course, learners should be able to:

• Describe what diversity and its related terms mean.
• Explain how changes in the world have affected you and your view.
• Identify your stereotypes.
• Use terms that are politically correct and avoid those which are not.
• Apply the four cornerstones of diversity.
• Avoid the pitfalls related to diversity.
• Use a technique for dealing with inappropriate behavior.
• Develop a management style to encourage diversity.
• Take action if you or one of your employees feels discriminated against.

Recommended Background

Supervisors, Managers, and Leaders will all benefit from this course.

FAQ

Aside from an internet connection, what resources will I need for the course?

No additional resources are required for this course.

Will I get a certificate after completing the course?

Yes! All courses include a final assessment to evaluate your understanding of key course concepts. A certificate of completion will be offered to you if you complete the assessment with a score of 80% or higher.

Why should I take this course?

Each Eppley e-course is designed collaboratively among experienced instructional designers, subject matter experts, and our partner organizations and institutions. The course curriculum includes current information and best practices in the field, and it is recognized by national leaders in parks, recreation, and land management. Not only will this course benefit your career by expanding your knowledge base, but it will also enhance your application and problem-solving skills.

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