Online Class: Creating a Level Playing Field in the Workplace

Name: Creating a Level Playing Field in the Workplace
Price: 95.00 USD

Discover how systemic biases impede workplace equality and innovation, and learn strategies to tackle these issues head-on. This course empowers you to champion inclusivity and drive change, ensuring every individual's potential is realized.

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15

Lessons
36

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Assignments
22

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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Completely Online
Self-Paced
6 Months to Complete
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Android & iOS Friendly
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Universal Class is an IACET Accredited Provider

Course Lessons

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Lesson 1. Breaking Barriers: Achieving Workplace Equality
Lesson Summary 4: Racial bias influences hiring and career advancement, stifling diversity and innovation within organizations. Effective diversity training and leadership commitments are essential to dismantle systemic racial barriers and foster an inclusive workplace culture.
Lesson 2. Navigating Bias for a More Equitable Workplace Culture
Creating bias-aware organizations necessitates regular reviews, mentorship programs, and promoting diverse voices in leadership. Such efforts not only support individual empowerment but also improve organizational profitability and creative problem-solving.
Lesson 3. Stereotypes and Prejudice in Society
Stereotypes act as mental shortcuts that can oversimplify and misrepresent diverse individuals, often perpetuating misunderstandings and reinforcing inequities. Unraveling and addressing these ingrained beliefs can lead to more inclusive environments.
Lesson 4. Empowering Transformation: Overcoming Structural and Cultural Hurdles
Persistently tackling workplace challenges is an enlightening endeavor that enhances cooperation and innovation. Transparency, strategic resource allocation, and training underpin a supportive environment where diverse perspectives and potential thrive.
Lesson 5. Understanding Workplace Discrimination
Discrimination operates systematically across race, gender, age, and identity lines, demanding strategic interventions for eradication. Educative programs, supportive policies, and diverse leadership empower equitable environments fostering individual and organizational growth.
Lesson 6. Workplace Harassment: Forms and Impacts
Defined as pervasive unwelcome conduct, workplace harassment breaches critical employment laws, like Title VII of the Civil Rights Act, with grave legal implications for offenders. Its insidious forms range from verbal abuse to technological harassment, disruptively normalizing within organizational cultures.
Lesson 7. Workplace Laws 101: Essential Knowledge for All
Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 is a pivotal law prohibiting discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, or national origin. Over time, this law has been expanded to further include protections related to disability and pregnancy.
Lesson 8. Building Inclusive and Fair Communities
Establishing social justice in the workplace requires more than changes in policy; it involves nurturing a culture that values diversity, equality in pay, and inclusive mentorship. Businesses embracing these principles often experience growth, innovation, and enhanced market dynamics while contributing to a fairer society.
Lesson 9. Inclusive Strategies: Transforming Workspaces
To reap the benefits of diversity and inclusion, businesses must champion continuous education, open dialogue, and tailor policies to accommodate diverse employee needs. Engaging with community initiatives and promoting role models can further bridge gaps and pave the way for inclusive corporate culture evolution.
Lesson 10. Navigating Matrix Organizations: Strategic Insights
Power dynamics influence decision-making and can lead to disparity if concentrated, but participatory approaches improve engagement. By fostering transparent processes and addressing political challenges, organizations can maintain harmony and fairness.
Lesson 11. Factors of Workplace Inequality
Individual biases subtly influence workplace dynamics, where unchecked, they can lead to systemic disadvantages like gender bias in hiring. Introducing inclusive practices and ensuring employee engagement at all levels are pivotal in transforming these dynamics.
Lesson 12. Why Workplace Equality Matters
Workplace inequality negatively impacts both employee well-being and organizational productivity, making it crucial for companies to grasp the side effects and work towards a more inclusive culture. Addressing these issues requires commitment to understanding these dynamics to ensure equity isn't disrupted inadvertently.
Lesson 13. Tackling Workplace Inequality: A Comprehensive Guide to Fostering Fairness and Equity
Addressing workplace inequality involves identifying obstacles like environmental hostility, ineffective leadership, and biased decision-making. Creating a culture of respect, professionalism, and inclusive policies ensures all employees feel valued, while fostering diversity leads to innovative problem-solving.
Lesson 14. Unmasking Workplace Inequality: Addressing Unconscious Bias
To combat unconscious bias and create equitable workplaces, organizations must engage in continuous education, structured assessment processes, and inclusive cultural shifts. By prioritizing diversity and feedback mechanisms, companies can build environments that not only celebrate differences but thrive on them.
Lesson 15. Exploring Resources for Equitable Workplaces
Lesson 4: Workplace equality is achieved through collaboration between governmental agencies, third-party organizations, and internal company resources to overcome discrimination and bias. By utilizing support from entities like the DOL and leveraging non-profits' advocacy, every individual has the potential to contribute to systemic workplace change.

Learning Outcomes

By successfully completing this course, students will be able to:

Define and explain the impact of wage, gender, and racial inequalities in the workplace on employee morale and productivity.
Identify and describe strategies to combat workplace inequality, focusing on the roles of employers, employees, and organizational policies.
Identify two common influences on bias development, including social norms and individual experiences, and explain their effects on perceptions and beliefs.
Recognize the different types of workplace bias, such as unconscious bias and affinity bias, and describe their impact on workplace equality.
Analyze how stereotypes and prejudices develop and influence individual behavior and workplace interactions.
Define and describe common stereotypes and prejudices that contribute to workplace inequality.
Define potential obstacles to creating workplace equality and develop strategies to address them, ensuring a more inclusive environment.
Identify cultural barriers in the workplace and demonstrate approaches to facilitate effective communication among diverse employees.
Demonstrate an understanding of different forms of workplace discrimination, including race, gender, age, and more, by identifying specific examples.
Explain how workplace discrimination leads to bias and inequality by analyzing its impact on organizational dynamics and employee experiences.
Identify different forms of harassment in the workplace and examples of each based on legal definitions.
Recognize the impact of workplace harassment on bias and inequality and describe how it can influence a work environment.
Recognize the key federal workplace laws, including Title VII and ADA, and their role in preventing discrimination and harassment in the workplace.
Demonstrate mastery of lesson content at levels of 70% or higher.

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Course Title: Creating a Level Playing Field in the Workplace

Course Number: 9770533

Lessons Rating: 4.97 / 5 Stars (319 votes)

Languages: English - United States, Canada and other English speaking countries

Availability: This course is offered online and is accessible in every state across the U.S., including California, Texas, Florida, New York, Pennsylvania, Illinois, Ohio, and Georgia. Learners in English-speaking countries like Canada, Australia, the United Kingdom, and South Africa can also enroll.

Last Updated: December 2023

CEU Value: 0.7 CEUs (Continuing Education Units)

Grading Policy: Earn a final grade of 70% or higher for successful completion.

Course Type: Self-Paced

Assessment Method: Lesson review exams

Instructional Team: Linda Zavadil

Course Fee: $120.00