Award in Equality and Diversity Level 1 (BAR25S022)
Employability
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Mode of attendance: In-person
Start date: Wednesday, 3 September 2025
End date: Wednesday, 26 November 2025
Number of weeks: 12
Time: 13:00 - 15:30
Tutor: Sharon Haddow
Venue: Morrisons (Barrow)
Venue address: The Strand, Barrow-in-Furness, Cumbria. LA14 2HF
Free Course
About the course:
This Level 1 qualification will deepen your understanding of the principles of equality and diversity and their importance in various settings, including workplaces, schools, and colleges. You'll explore the legal and moral obligations of both employees and employers, gaining insight into current legislation designed to create a fairer society. To complete the course and earn your qualification, you'll need to pass a multiple-choice test at the end. This course will equip you with essential knowledge to support and promote equality and diversity in any organisation.How will the course be delivered?
The course will be delivered by one of our specialist tutors. You will be taught in one of our centres or in our virtual classroom (via Zoom). Activities will often include discussions, group and pair work, written work, Q&A and worksheets. Your tutor will ensure that the lessons are engaging, interactive and supportive. There is a multiple choice test at the end of this course which you must pass in order to achieve the Entry Level 3 Award in Equality and Diversity.
What do I need to bring?
You need to bring a pen, notebook and any other items guided by your tutor. If your course is in our online classroom (Zoom) you will need a computer, smart phone or tablet and a good internet connection.
What are the entry requirements?
As this is a level 1 course you should have an English qualification at entry level 3 or above. This could be a GCSE or an equivalent such as a functional skills qualification. You will also need to undertake an initial assessment to determine if this is the right level for you.
What can I do next?
If you want to keep learning we have a range of other courses you can progress to. These include other employability courses as well as digital, maths and English. At the end of your course your tutor will discuss the options for further learning with you.
How well am I doing?
Your tutor will feedback to you verbally and in written comments in a supportive and constructive way helping you to see how to improve. There is a multiple choice test at the end of this course which you must pass in order to gain the qualification and your tutor will prepare you for this by practising exam techniques and questions before the test. You will also have a Individual Progress Record (IPR) to track your progress and enable you to set personal targets.
Additional transferable skills:
Self Confidence, Independent Learning Skills, Working with others, Communication Skills
Enquiries
Centre: Barrow Adult Learning
Contact number: 01229 407630 | 07867 182841
Email address: barrowadultlearning@westmorlandandfurness.gov.uk