Identify, prevent, and appropriately address instances of sexual harassment in the workplace. This includes understanding the legal definitions, recognising different forms of harassment, creating a respectful work environment, and implementing effective reporting and response procedures to handle incidents professionally and sensitively.
This standard focuses on equipping individuals with the essential skills to identify, prevent, and appropriately address instances of sexual harassment in the workplace. It includes understanding the legal definitions and frameworks surrounding sexual harassment, recognising various forms of harassment, and appreciating their impact on individuals and the work environment. Learners will also learn to create a respectful and inclusive workplace culture, and implement effective reporting and response procedures. This involves handling incidents professionally and sensitively, ensuring compliance with relevant laws, and maintaining a safe, respectful work environment for all employees.
Course Content
- Definition of sexual harassment and its codification
- The impact of sexual harassment on individuals and organisations
- Legal and ethical implications of sexual harassment
- Quid pro quo harassment
- Hostile work environment harassment
- Retaliation
- Characteristics of perpetrators
- Characteristics of victims
- Intersectionality and sexual harassment
- Workplace policies and training
- Developing reporting and response procedures
- Procedure for the victim
- Procedures and outcomes
- Review of key concepts and takeaways
- Non-accredited: Short course only
- Duration: 1h 30m
- Delivery: Classroom/Online/Blended
- Access Period: 12 Months