Online Class: Creating a Level Playing Field in the Workplace

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Self-Paced, Online Class
Warioto- Clarksville-Montgomery County Public Library
 
  • 15
    Lessons
  • 17
    Exams &
    Assignments
  • 21
    Students
    have taken this course
  • 7
    Hours
    average time
  • 0.7
    CEUs
 
 
 

Course Description

Championing Equality: Crafting Inclusive Workspaces Online Course

Our world, in all its vastness and diversity, sometimes reflects disparities that challenge our sense of fairness and justice. Often, individuals face uphill battles, not due to lack of talent or drive but because of systemic biases and preconceived notions. Nowhere is this more evident than in our workplaces, where meritocracy should reign supreme, but oftentimes, inadvertent (or even deliberate) barriers hinder genuine equality.

The bitter truth is that workplace inequality, stemming from deep-rooted biases, prejudices, and stereotypes, has woven itself into the fabric of our professional landscapes. These disparities don't just affect individuals; they stifle innovation, dampen morale, and impede organizational growth. However, the narrative isn't all bleak. There's an emerging wave of change agents, like you, eager to rewrite the rules and ensure that workspaces are truly inclusive.

Embark on a transformative journey with our course, designed to illuminate the intricate maze of workplace inequalities. Delve deep into the mechanics of biases, understanding their origins and the ripple effects they create. Equip yourself with actionable strategies to detect, confront, and dismantle these barriers, fostering an environment where everyone has an equal shot at success.

Beyond mere awareness, we'll guide you through the legislative landscape, shedding light on the protective measures already in place and how to harness them effectively. By the end of this course, you'll not just be an informed professional, but an advocate for change, ready to champion inclusivity at every turn.

Creating equitable work environments isn't just an ethical imperative; it's a call to unlock the full potential of every individual. If you're poised to be at the forefront of this revolution, to create spaces where talent trumps prejudice, this course is your launchpad. Step up, embrace the challenge, and lead with conviction. Enroll now, and be the change catalyst your workplace needs!

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Course Lessons

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  • Lesson 1: Inequality In The Workplace

    This course will guide you through the different aspects of inequality and bias in the workplace and what actions you can take against it, beginning with this lesson.

  • Lesson 2: Characteristics of Workplace Bias

    This lesson will look at the issue of bias and how it influences inequality in the workplace. This will include the different forms that bias can take and the ways in which it can develop.

  • Lesson 3: Stereotypes and Prejudice

    This lesson will explore the concept of stereotypes and prejudices. What each of these things are and how they can impact inequality and bias in the workplace will be explored.

  • Lesson 4: Obstacles to Address

    This lesson will further explore the obstacles that might be present in the workplace that could impede your efforts to create a level playing field.

  • Lesson 5: Discrimination

    This lesson will look at another one of the aspects that can contribute to the inequality and bias found in the workplace that you will need to combat in order to create a level playing field--discrimination.

  • Lesson 6: Harassment

    This lesson will look at one of the more common issues that is typically present with workplace bias and inequality--harassment.

  • Lesson 7: The Laws of the Workplace

    This lesson will look at the different laws that are present in the US for the workplace whose presence creates a level playing field in the workplace.

  • Lesson 8: Social Justice

    There are a number of concepts that can be introduced into the workplace to aid in the creation of a level playing field. Some of these influence the strategies and methods used to introduce equality and to block harassment, discrimination, bias, prejudice, and stereotypes.

  • Lesson 9: Inclusion and Diversity

    This lesson will look at two of those concepts, inclusion and diversity. While both can be stand-alone concepts, they are closely connected and many experts state that one cannot properly thrive without the other.

  • Lesson 10: Changing the Workplace Itself

    Creating a level playing field in the workplace often means making changes to the very way that the workplace operates. Altering different parts of the actual working environment can be difficult since you don't want to compromise the function of the workplace.

  • Lesson 11: Contributing Factors

    This lesson will look at the contributing factors that can influence workplace inequality and can make it harder for you to create a level playing field in the workplace. Topics will include actions taken by individuals and by the business itself, factors present within certain facets of the workforce, and the industries and fields that tend to have a high risk of inequality issues naturally present in their organization.

  • Lesson 12: Side Effects Of Workplace Inequality

    This lesson will explore some of the more common side effects of workplace inequality. These can present themselves regardless of the degree of inequality present in the workplace, but there's no guarantee that every single effect will be present and causing damage to the workplace.

  • Lesson 13: Methods of Reducing Inequality in the Workplace

    This lesson will look at what you can do to reduce inequality in the workplace, including what actions you should take first before implementing your strategies.

  • Lesson 14: Preventing Inequality and Bias in the Workplace

    This lesson will look at what actions and steps can be taken to prevent inequality and bias in the workplace.

  • Lesson 15: Additional Resources

    This final lesson will explore the additional resources that can be used by anyone who is seeking to create a level playing field in the workplace. These include resources available through the different branches and offices of the government on a federal level, although that does not mean that there are no state or local government equivalents--organizations tied to specific industries or professions, and third-party organizations such as non-profits.
 

Learning Outcomes

By successfully completing this course, students will be able to:
  • Describe types of inequality and bias that can be found in the workplace.
  • Describe stereotypes and prejudice that can be found in a workplace.
  • Recognize obstacles to address that cause workplace issues such as discrimination and harassment.
  • Summarize the laws of the workplace.
  • Recognize social justice, inclusion, and diversity and its role in the workplace environment.
  • Describe steps for changing the workplace itself for the better.
  • Summarize side effects of workplace inequality.
  • Describe methods of reducing inequality in the workplace.
  • Describe preventing inequality and bias in the workplace.
  • Demonstrate mastery of lesson content at levels of 70% or higher.
 

Additional Course Information

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Course Title: Creating a Level Playing Field in the Workplace
Course Number: 9770533
Lessons Rating: 5.0 / 5 Stars (319 votes)
Languages: English - United States, Canada and other English speaking countries
Availability: This course is fully available online in all 50 states, including California, Texas, Florida, New York, Pennsylvania, Illinois, Ohio, and Georgia. It’s also offered in major English-speaking countries, such as the United Kingdom, Canada, Australia, and Ireland.
Last Updated: December 2023
Course Type: Self-Paced, Online Class
CEU Value: 0.7 IACET CEUs (Continuing Education Units)
CE Accreditation: Universal Class, Inc. has been accredited as an Authorized Provider by the International Association for Continuing Education and Training (IACET).
Grading Policy: Earn a final grade of 70% or higher to receive an online/downloadable CEU Certification documenting CEUs earned.
Assessment Method: Lesson assignments and review exams
Instructor: Linda Zavadil
Syllabus: View Syllabus

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