CSTF - Equality & Diversity

Equality & Diversity Online Training

Develop the knowledge and understanding needed to promote equality, diversity, inclusion, and human rights within healthcare and care settings.

This CSTF Equality & Diversity Online Training course is designed for healthcare professionals, care staff, support workers, and clinical teams who need to understand equality legislation, inclusive practice, cultural awareness, and the importance of treating every individual with dignity, fairness, and respect.

The course provides essential guidance on equality and diversity principles, protected characteristics, human rights, inclusive communication, discrimination awareness, and promoting equality within healthcare environments.

Online CSTF Equality & Diversity Training for Healthcare Staff

This online CSTF Equality & Diversity training module helps healthcare professionals strengthen their understanding of equality legislation, inclusive healthcare practice, and respectful patient care.

The course focuses on improving awareness of discrimination, unconscious bias, diversity, accessibility, communication, and inclusive decision-making within healthcare settings.

Who Should Complete This Course?

This course is suitable for:

• Nurses
• Healthcare Assistants
• Support Workers
• Care Home Staff
• Domiciliary Care Workers
• Clinical Staff
• Allied Healthcare Professionals
• Mental Health Staff
• Administrative Healthcare Staff
• Community Healthcare Teams
• NHS Staff
• Any healthcare or social care employee requiring CSTF Equality & Diversity training

Course Duration

• Approximately 1 hour online learning
• Self-paced online training
• Accessible on desktop, tablet, and mobile
• 1 CPD point awarded
• Certificate issued on successful completion
• 6 months access from the date of purchase

Course Aim

The aim of this course is to provide healthcare professionals with the knowledge and understanding required to promote equality, diversity, inclusion, and human rights within healthcare and care settings while delivering fair, respectful, and person-centred care.

What You Will Learn

By the end of the course learners will be able to:

• Understand equality, diversity, inclusion, and human rights principles
• Recognise the importance of equality within healthcare practice
• Understand key equality legislation and protected characteristics
• Address unconscious bias and discrimination
• Promote fairness and equal access to care
• Recognise and respect cultural diversity and individual differences
• Communicate effectively with patients from diverse backgrounds
• Understand how to challenge discrimination and harassment
• Promote inclusive practice and person-centred care
• Understand reporting procedures for equality and diversity concerns

Course Modules
Module 1: Introduction to Equality and Diversity

Develop understanding of equality, diversity, and inclusion within healthcare settings.

Topics include:

• Equality and diversity principles
• Inclusion and person-centred care
• Importance of equality within healthcare
• Respect and dignity in practice
• Fair and inclusive treatment

Module 2: Legal Framework

Learn about the legislation and legal responsibilities linked to equality and human rights.

Topics include:

• Equality Act 2010
• Human Rights Act 1998
• Protected characteristics
• Legal responsibilities in healthcare
• Organisational responsibilities

Module 3: Equality in Healthcare

Understand how equality impacts patient care and workplace practice.

Topics include:

• Unconscious bias
• Stereotypes in healthcare
• Equal access to healthcare services
• Fair treatment and care provision
• Reducing health inequalities

Module 4: Diversity in Healthcare

Learn how to provide respectful and culturally competent care.

Topics include:

• Cultural awareness
• Respecting beliefs and values
• Cultural competence
• Diversity within healthcare environments
• Impact of culture on health outcomes

Module 5: Human Rights in Healthcare

Develop understanding of human rights within healthcare settings.

Topics include:

• Human rights principles
• Dignity and respect
• Privacy and autonomy
• Patient rights
• Recognising human rights concerns

Module 6: Communication and Language

Improve communication skills when supporting diverse patient groups.

Topics include:

• Effective communication techniques
• Language barriers
• Interpretation services
• Accessible information
• Inclusive communication strategies

Module 7: Challenging Discrimination and Harassment

Learn how to identify and respond to discrimination, bullying, and harassment.

Topics include:

• Recognising discrimination
• Workplace bullying and harassment
• Reporting concerns
• Seeking support
• Creating inclusive workplaces

Module 8: Promoting Inclusive Practice

Understand how equality and diversity can be embedded within healthcare services.

Topics include:

• Inclusive healthcare strategies
• Collaborative care planning
• Equality in decision-making
• Diversity within policies and procedures
• Promoting positive workplace culture

Learning Outcomes

By the end of the course learners will be able to:

• Understand equality, diversity, and human rights within healthcare settings
• Promote proactive and inclusive approaches to equality and diversity
• Understand the importance of monitoring equality and reducing health inequalities
• Recognise the benefits of effective equality and diversity practice for individuals and organisations
• Understand how legislation and policies empower individuals and protect rights
• Treat individuals with dignity, courtesy, and respect
• Recognise how to report equality and diversity concerns appropriately
• Understand whistleblowing procedures and workplace dignity policies
• Support inclusive and person-centred healthcare practice
• Challenge discrimination and support fairness within healthcare environments

Assessment and Certification

Learners will complete an end of course assessment to demonstrate understanding of equality legislation, diversity awareness, inclusive practice, human rights, and workplace responsibilities.

Upon successful completion, learners will receive a CSTF Equality & Diversity Online Training certificate.

CPD Information

• 1 CPD point awarded
• Supports Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC) revalidation requirements
• Aligned with Core Skills Training Framework (CSTF) guidance

Nursing CPD Requirements

Nurses are required to complete 35 hours of relevant CPD during their three-year revalidation period.

Of these 35 hours:

• A minimum of 20 hours should involve participatory learning
• CPD activities should support safe and effective practice
• Learning should remain relevant to professional responsibilities

UK Guidance and Standards

This course aligns with current UK healthcare guidance including:

• Equality Act 2010
• Human Rights Act 1998
• Care Quality Commission (CQC) standards
• NHS equality and inclusion guidance
• Core Skills Training Framework (CSTF)
• Workplace dignity and anti-discrimination policies

Why Choose This Course?

• Designed specifically for healthcare and care professionals
• Flexible online learning available 24/7
• Supports CSTF and mandatory training compliance
• Improves understanding of equality, diversity, and inclusion
• Promotes respectful and person-centred care
• Covers legal responsibilities and workplace conduct
• Instant downloadable certificate upon completion

Additional Information

If you need more information about this course, please contact Train Healthcare directly:

Telephone: 0208 3266 704
Email: contact@trainhealthcare.com
Website: https://www.trainhealthcare.com

Please note that refunds are not available for online training purchases.

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Strengthen your understanding of equality, diversity, inclusion, and human rights with CSTF Equality & Diversity Online Training today.