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CERTIFICATE IN EQUALITY STUDIES

    Qualification : CERTIFICATE IN EQUALITY STUDIES

    Award Type and NFQ level : CERTIFICATE LEVEL 7

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    The course will provide students with the knowledge and understanding needed to deal effectively with issues of equality and diversity in the workplace in a rapidly changing Ireland.  The course will equip practitioners with the competence to become professional trainers in this challenging area in order to contribute to the development of socially inclusive workplaces. This course is relevant to all who espouse the values of social inclusion and equality.  It has particular resonance to private sector companies and businesses and staff of community and voluntary organisations who seek to create workplaces where diversity is prized as an asset for generating new ideas and new ways of working.

    Course Aims

    To provide participants with knowledge and skills in the following areas:

    Reflective Practice

    Equality Issues in a Diverse Ireland

    Ability and Disability Issues

    Teaching and Learning 

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    The Certificate consists of four modules. These are presented in an open/flexible learning format, supported by four days of workshops:

    Module 1: Reflecting on Equality and Diversity: Reflective Practice; History, concepts and ideologies; Sources of prejudice and discrimination; Conducting practitioner research

    Module 2: The Shape of Irish Society: Demography; Irish State and legal system; Outline of Equality legislation.

    Module 3: Equality and Diversity in the Workplace:  Equality through the employment cycle - Focus on models and practice in relation to gender, work life balance, age, ethnicity and disability

    Module 4: Delivering Equality: Development of equality and diversity policies; Managing equality and diversity issues - Recruitment and selection, Training and development; Facilitation and mentoring.

     

     

     

     

    Course Duration: 100 hours part-time over one year delivered online with 3 face-to-face workshops.

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    The NUI Certificate in Equality Studies in Training and Development (On Line) is a standalone qualification however when combined with the and the NUI Certificate in Training and Continuing Education (Train the Trainer Level 7) plus another of our  the NUI Certificate courses such as the Certificate in Communication and Group Skills for Managers or the NUI Certificate in Disability Studies it forms part of the Diploma in Arts in Training and Development for Socially Inclusive Workplaces. This suite of CPD courses provide a comprehensive educational/training package in core skills such as managing issues of equality and cultural diversity in the workplace for Team Leaders, Managers and Learning and Development Specialists.

    As with all of our level 7 and 8 certificate and diploma courses credits gained upon completion can be used for Recognition of Prior Learning to go towards the Degree in Local Studies/Community Studies.

    International & EU/EFTA Entry Requirements

    Mature Students

    Students must be 21 years or older on 1 January in the year of the commencement of the course.

    Additional Information

    Course is aimed at practitioners in learning, training and development or those with an interest in learning about diversity and equality.

    Basic IT skills 

    Access to a computer with Windows 2000 or above and broadband internet access is essential.

    Commitment to self-directed learning.

    Attendance at 3 Workshops is Mandatory.

    Participants should be able to devote approximately 6 hours a week to the course.

    Apply On Line Here

    For further information contact Kay on 01 708 6062 or e-mail Kay.Loughlin@mu.ie

    An Easy Payment Option is available upon registration.

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