Equality, Diversity & Inclusion (EDI) - Online Training for Teams

Equality, Diversity & Inclusion (EDI) are foundational principles that drive successful and sustainable workplace cultures. This online training course is designed to equip business teams, HR leaders, and managers with the knowledge, tools, and frameworks necessary to create inclusive environments where everyone can thrive.

In today's workforce, inclusion is directly linked to organisational success. According to a McKinsey report, companies in the top quartile for gender diversity are 25% more likely to outperform their industry peers financially. Furthermore, research by Deloitte indicates that inclusive teams make better business decisions 87% of the time, and organisations with inclusive cultures are twice as likely to meet or exceed financial targets.

Despite these benefits, many businesses still face challenges such as unconscious bias, lack of inclusive policies, or toxic behaviours in the workplace. Without proper training, these issues can lead to poor employee engagement, increased turnover, reputational damage, and legal risks.

This EDI course bridges that gap by offering a practical, policy-driven, and legally informed approach to team-wide inclusion. Tailored for team training in any business setting, it includes real-world examples, case studies, and scenario-based learning.

Why Your Team Needs This EDI Training

In today’s diverse and fast-evolving workplace, equality, diversity, and inclusion are not just ideals—they’re critical to organisational performance, legal compliance, and employee wellbeing.

• According to the CIPD, EDI helps foster trust, improve decision-making, and support business agility.
• ACAS notes that failing to train teams in EDI can lead to discrimination claims, high turnover, and reputational damage.
• A McKinsey report found that companies in the top quartile for ethnic and cultural diversity are 36% more likely to outperform their peers.
• Deloitte research shows inclusive teams make better business decisions 87% of the time.

Despite these facts, many businesses struggle with:

• Unconscious bias and microaggressions
• A lack of clear inclusion policies
• Inequitable hiring and promotion practices
• Low employee engagement and trust
• Risk of legal non-compliance under the Equality Act 2010

This training gives your entire team the tools to tackle these issues head-on promoting empathy, compliance, and a stronger, safer workplace.

Learning Outcomes of the Equality, Diversity & Inclusion (EDI)

By the end of this training, your team will be able to:

• Define equality, diversity, and inclusion in a workplace context.
• Understand and respect the nine protected characteristics under the Equality Act 2010.
• Identify inappropriate behaviour, discrimination, microaggressions, and harassment.
• Recognise the impact of toxic culture and how to prevent it.
• Integrate EDI principles into company policies and recruitment practices.
• Contribute to a fairer, safer, and more inclusive work environment.

Topics Covered in This Course

The detailed curriculum outline of our Equality, Diversity and Inclusion (EDI) Course is as follows:

• Module 01: Introduction to Equality, Diversity and Inclusion
• Module 02: The Protected Characteristics
• Module 03: Inappropriate Behaviour and Toxic Work Culture
• Module 04: Implementing EDI in Organisational Policy
• Module 05: Creating an Ideal Workplace

Why Enrol?

Investing in EDI training is not just ethically sound it’s a strategic business decision. Here's why your team should enrol:

• Equip your staff with the understanding and behaviours that promote fairness, dignity, and safety.
• Understand employer and employee obligations under the Equality Act 2010 and related workplace laws.
• Diverse and inclusive teams are more innovative, productive, and successful.
• Minimise discrimination, bullying, and harassment through proactive education.
• Encourage empathy, cooperation, and psychological safety across all departments.
• Suitable for teams of all sizes, in any sector—accessible anytime, anywhere.

Whether you're a small business or a large organisation, this EDI course helps turn values into action across every level of your workforce.

CPD Certification

Participants who complete the Equality, Diversity & Inclusion (EDI) course will be awarded a CPD-accredited certificate. This certification serves as formal recognition of your team’s understanding and commitment to promoting an inclusive and respectful workplace. It’s a valuable asset for professional development records and can support internal compliance and HR documentation.

The certificate is available instantly upon course completion in a downloadable digital format. For those who prefer a physical copy, a printed certificate can be ordered. Participants can choose between a digital certificate for £9, a printed version for £15, or both formats for £22.

This certification not only validates individual learning but also demonstrates your organisation’s proactive approach to embedding EDI principles across the workforce.

Course Format and Features

Equality, Diversity & Inclusion (EDI) Online Training for Teams is delivered 100% online. You'll receive immediate access to the course after enrolment, with no waiting period.

• Interactive video lessons
• Real-world case studies and workplace scenarios
• Downloadable resources and templates
• Short knowledge-check quizzes
• Lifetime access with no expiry
• Accessible from desktop, tablet, or mobile devices

Duration and Commitment

This course takes approximately 2 hours to complete. There are no deadlines or fixed schedules your team can complete the course in one sitting or spread it across several sessions.

The flexible learning model ensures minimal disruption to work schedules while delivering high-impact training.

Disclaimer

This is a self-paced, online training course with pre-recorded content. Instant access and login credentials will be provided immediately upon enrolment. No live sessions are required.