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Qualification Handbook Level 3 Award in Leading Equality Diversity and Inclusion in Defence
QN: 603/2871/X
The Qualification Overall Objective for the Qualifications This handbook relates to the following qualification:
Level 3 Award in Leading Equality, Diversity and Inclusion in Defence
This qualification develops a learner’s understanding of equality and diversity within a defence environment. Pre-entry Requirements There are no pre-entry requirements for this qualification. Unit Content and Rules of Combination This qualification is made up of a total of 2 mandatory units. To be awarded this qualification the candidate must achieve a total of 3 credits as shown in the table below.
Mandatory Units Unit Reference Number
Unit Title
GLH
TQT
Level
Credit Value
M/616/8374
Understanding Equality, Diversity and Inclusion
3
1
10
14
T/616/8375
Importance of recognising differences
3
2
14
16
Age Restriction This qualification is available to learners aged 18 years and over.
Opportunities for Progression This qualification creates an opportunity to progress to the Level 4 qualification.
Exemption No exemptions have been identified. 2
Credit Transfer Credits from identical RQF units that have already been achieved by the learner may be transferred.
3
Qualification Units URN:
M/616/8374
Title:
Understanding Equality, Diversity and Inclusion
Level:
3
Credit value:
1
GLH
10
TQT
14
Learning outcomes
Assessment criteria
The learner will:
The learner can:
1. Understand policies to assist the lead Equality, Diversity and Inclusion Advisor (EDIA)
2. Be able to direct staff to relevant resources
3. Demonstrate the factors covered within Equality and Diversity
1.1 Explain the components of the roles and responsibilities of the assistant EDIA 1.2 Explain the roles and responsibilities of the EDIA 1.3 Explain what Equality, Diversity and Inclusion means 1.4 Implement Equality and Diversity policies within your workplace 1.5 Implement core values and standards within your workplace 2.1 Describe how to raise Equality, Diversity and Inclusion (EDI) awareness within the workplace 2.2 Explain the policy relating to bullying and harassment 2.3 Explain the procedure relating to complaints 2.4 Explain the relevant sources of advice and support available 3.1 Demonstrate awareness of: a. Religion and or beliefs issues b. Sexual orientation issues c. Disability issues d. Age issues e. Gender issues f. Race issues
Additional information about the unit Unit purpose and aim(s)
This introductory unit is designed to expose learners to some of the fundamental aspects of Equality, Diversity and Inclusion. The aim of this unit is to establish in the minds of learners the fundamentals of Equality, Diversity and Inclusion and provides sufficient baseline knowledge which learners will enhance through demonstration 4
in the workplace. Learning will typically consist of classroom based sessions and in a simulated workplace environment. Details of the relationship between the unit and relevant National Occupational Standards or other professional standards or curricula (if appropriate)
This unit has synergy with the following NOS: CFAM&LBA7 Promote equality of opportunity, diversity and inclusion. K1 CFAM&LBA7 Promote equality of opportunity, diversity and inclusion. K2 CFAM&LBA7 Promote equality of opportunity, diversity and inclusion. K14 CFAM&LBA7 Promote equality of opportunity, diversity and inclusion. K16 CFAM&LBA7 Promote equality of opportunity, diversity and inclusion. K6 ASTC303 Support equality, diversity an individual rights in the workplace K1 ASTC303 Support equality, diversity an individual rights in the workplace K6 ASTC303 Support equality, diversity an individual rights in the workplace K4 CFAM&LBA7 Promote equality of opportunity, diversity and inclusion. K11
Location of the unit within the subject/sector classification system
Public Service
Name of the organisation submitting the unit
Defence Awarding Organisation
5
URN:
T/616/8375
Title:
Importance of recognising differences
Level:
3
Credit value:
2
GLH
14
TQT
16
Learning outcomes
Assessment criteria
The learner will:
The learner can:
1. Recognise the importance of individual differences
1.1 Demonstrate the awareness of personal prejudices 1.2 Explain how acts of prejudice affects people 1.3 Explain the need to create and promote an inclusive working environment 1.4 Describe individual values and differences 1.5 Identify the negative and positive aspects of stereotyping 1.6 Identify the impact of making assumptions about people 1.7 Describe the impact of attitudes and behaviours on individuals 1.8 Explain the psychological impact and effect of bullying 1.9 Explain misuse of power and discrimination within the workplace 1.10 Explain what constitutes as potentially offensive material 2.1 Demonstrate when and how to intervene effectively to stop inappropriate behaviour 2.2 Describe the importance of taking action against any inappropriate behaviour 2.3 Challenge inappropriate behaviour
2. Be able to identify when and how to take action against inappropriate behaviour
Additional information about the unit Unit purpose and aim(s)
This introductory unit is designed to expose learners to some of the fundamental aspects of Equality, Diversity and Inclusion The aim of this unit is to establish in the minds of learners the key aspect of Equality, Diversion and Inclusion and provides sufficient baseline knowledge which learners will enhance through demonstration in the workplace. Learning will typically consist of classroom based sessions and in a simulated workplace environment.
Details of the relationship between
This unit has synergy with the following NOS: CFAM&LBA7 Promote equality of opportunity, diversity and 6
the unit and relevant National Occupational Standards or other professional standards or curricula (if appropriate)
inclusion. K7 ASTC303 Support equality, diversity an individual rights in the workplace K10 CFAM&LBA7 Promote equality of opportunity, diversity and inclusion. K9 ASTC303 Support equality, diversity an individual rights in the workplace K7 ASTC303 Support equality, diversity an individual rights in the workplace K8 ASTC303 Support equality, diversity an individual rights in the workplace K13
Location of the unit within the subject/sector classification system
Public Service
Name of the organisation submitting the unit
Defence Awarding Organisation
7
QN: 603/2871/X
The Qualification Overall Objective for the Qualifications This handbook relates to the following qualification:
Level 3 Award in Leading Equality, Diversity and Inclusion in Defence
This qualification develops a learner’s understanding of equality and diversity within a defence environment. Pre-entry Requirements There are no pre-entry requirements for this qualification. Unit Content and Rules of Combination This qualification is made up of a total of 2 mandatory units. To be awarded this qualification the candidate must achieve a total of 3 credits as shown in the table below.
Mandatory Units Unit Reference Number
Unit Title
GLH
TQT
Level
Credit Value
M/616/8374
Understanding Equality, Diversity and Inclusion
3
1
10
14
T/616/8375
Importance of recognising differences
3
2
14
16
Age Restriction This qualification is available to learners aged 18 years and over.
Opportunities for Progression This qualification creates an opportunity to progress to the Level 4 qualification.
Exemption No exemptions have been identified. 2
Credit Transfer Credits from identical RQF units that have already been achieved by the learner may be transferred.
3
Qualification Units URN:
M/616/8374
Title:
Understanding Equality, Diversity and Inclusion
Level:
3
Credit value:
1
GLH
10
TQT
14
Learning outcomes
Assessment criteria
The learner will:
The learner can:
1. Understand policies to assist the lead Equality, Diversity and Inclusion Advisor (EDIA)
2. Be able to direct staff to relevant resources
3. Demonstrate the factors covered within Equality and Diversity
1.1 Explain the components of the roles and responsibilities of the assistant EDIA 1.2 Explain the roles and responsibilities of the EDIA 1.3 Explain what Equality, Diversity and Inclusion means 1.4 Implement Equality and Diversity policies within your workplace 1.5 Implement core values and standards within your workplace 2.1 Describe how to raise Equality, Diversity and Inclusion (EDI) awareness within the workplace 2.2 Explain the policy relating to bullying and harassment 2.3 Explain the procedure relating to complaints 2.4 Explain the relevant sources of advice and support available 3.1 Demonstrate awareness of: a. Religion and or beliefs issues b. Sexual orientation issues c. Disability issues d. Age issues e. Gender issues f. Race issues
Additional information about the unit Unit purpose and aim(s)
This introductory unit is designed to expose learners to some of the fundamental aspects of Equality, Diversity and Inclusion. The aim of this unit is to establish in the minds of learners the fundamentals of Equality, Diversity and Inclusion and provides sufficient baseline knowledge which learners will enhance through demonstration 4
in the workplace. Learning will typically consist of classroom based sessions and in a simulated workplace environment. Details of the relationship between the unit and relevant National Occupational Standards or other professional standards or curricula (if appropriate)
This unit has synergy with the following NOS: CFAM&LBA7 Promote equality of opportunity, diversity and inclusion. K1 CFAM&LBA7 Promote equality of opportunity, diversity and inclusion. K2 CFAM&LBA7 Promote equality of opportunity, diversity and inclusion. K14 CFAM&LBA7 Promote equality of opportunity, diversity and inclusion. K16 CFAM&LBA7 Promote equality of opportunity, diversity and inclusion. K6 ASTC303 Support equality, diversity an individual rights in the workplace K1 ASTC303 Support equality, diversity an individual rights in the workplace K6 ASTC303 Support equality, diversity an individual rights in the workplace K4 CFAM&LBA7 Promote equality of opportunity, diversity and inclusion. K11
Location of the unit within the subject/sector classification system
Public Service
Name of the organisation submitting the unit
Defence Awarding Organisation
5
URN:
T/616/8375
Title:
Importance of recognising differences
Level:
3
Credit value:
2
GLH
14
TQT
16
Learning outcomes
Assessment criteria
The learner will:
The learner can:
1. Recognise the importance of individual differences
1.1 Demonstrate the awareness of personal prejudices 1.2 Explain how acts of prejudice affects people 1.3 Explain the need to create and promote an inclusive working environment 1.4 Describe individual values and differences 1.5 Identify the negative and positive aspects of stereotyping 1.6 Identify the impact of making assumptions about people 1.7 Describe the impact of attitudes and behaviours on individuals 1.8 Explain the psychological impact and effect of bullying 1.9 Explain misuse of power and discrimination within the workplace 1.10 Explain what constitutes as potentially offensive material 2.1 Demonstrate when and how to intervene effectively to stop inappropriate behaviour 2.2 Describe the importance of taking action against any inappropriate behaviour 2.3 Challenge inappropriate behaviour
2. Be able to identify when and how to take action against inappropriate behaviour
Additional information about the unit Unit purpose and aim(s)
This introductory unit is designed to expose learners to some of the fundamental aspects of Equality, Diversity and Inclusion The aim of this unit is to establish in the minds of learners the key aspect of Equality, Diversion and Inclusion and provides sufficient baseline knowledge which learners will enhance through demonstration in the workplace. Learning will typically consist of classroom based sessions and in a simulated workplace environment.
Details of the relationship between
This unit has synergy with the following NOS: CFAM&LBA7 Promote equality of opportunity, diversity and 6
the unit and relevant National Occupational Standards or other professional standards or curricula (if appropriate)
inclusion. K7 ASTC303 Support equality, diversity an individual rights in the workplace K10 CFAM&LBA7 Promote equality of opportunity, diversity and inclusion. K9 ASTC303 Support equality, diversity an individual rights in the workplace K7 ASTC303 Support equality, diversity an individual rights in the workplace K8 ASTC303 Support equality, diversity an individual rights in the workplace K13
Location of the unit within the subject/sector classification system
Public Service
Name of the organisation submitting the unit
Defence Awarding Organisation
7
