Equality and Inclusion in Care Settings

This Level 2 Diploma unit discusses equality, inclusion, diversity and discrimination.

It explores the legislation which underpins these subjects, how discrimination can occur and should be challenged and how to access further information.

It is made up of 3 learning outcomes, each consisting of 3 assessment criteria.

• 1 Understand the importance of equality and inclusion
  • 1.1 Explain what is meant by: diversity, equality, inclusion, discrimination
  • 1.2 Describe ways in which discrimination may deliberately or inadvertently occur in the work setting
  • 1.3 Explain how practices that support equality and inclusion reduce the likelihood of discrimination
• 2 Be able to work in an inclusive way
  • 2.1 Identify which legislation and codes of practice relating to equality, diversity and discrimination apply to own role
  • 2.2 Show interaction with individuals that respects their beliefs, culture, values and preferences
  • 2.3 Describe how to challenge discrimination in a way that encourages change
• 3 Know how to access information, advice and support about diversity, equality and inclusion
  • 3.1 Identify a range of sources of information, advice and support about diversity, equality and inclusion
  • 3.2 Describe how to access information, advice and support about diversity, equality and inclusion
  • 3.3 Identify when to access information, advice and support about diversity, equality and inclusion