A respectful, plain-English introduction to LGBTIQA+ inclusion at work. Learn accurate terminology, the difference between gender identity and sexual orientation, the anti-discrimination laws that protect LGBTIQA+ people in Australia, how to use pronouns well and the everyday allyship that makes a workplace safe and welcoming for everyone, as paced slides with visuals, quick self-checks and a real workplace scenario.
~35 minutes100% online, self-paced6 months access from the day of course start
What You Will Learn
Use accurate, respectful and inclusive LGBTIQA+ terminology, guided by the words people use about themselves
Explain the difference between sex assigned at birth, gender identity, gender expression and sexual orientation
Recognise the protections against discrimination under the Sex Discrimination Act 1984 (Cth), the Fair Work Act 2009 (Cth) and state and territory anti-discrimination laws
Apply practical allyship, including sharing and correctly using pronouns and responding well to mistakes
Help create a safe, respectful workplace and know where to point people for support and how to report concerns
Course Content
1. Understanding LGBTIQA+
2. Gender identity & sexual orientation
3. Your rights & the law
4. Pronouns & inclusive language
5. Allyship & a safe workplace
6. Apply it: allyship in practice
Final Assessment - 10 questions, 80% pass mark, retakes available
Who This Course Is For
All staff in any Australian workplace: managers, supervisors, frontline and office teams, who want to understand LGBTIQA+ inclusion and be a better ally to colleagues, customers and clients.
Accreditation: This is a non-accredited awareness course. It builds understanding and does not confer any professional, legal or clinical qualification. It is general information only, not legal advice and does not replace your organisation's own policies, code of conduct or the specific requirements of anti-discrimination law in your state or territory. Seek professional HR or legal advice for particular situations.
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$39.00
Prices are in Australian dollars and include GST.
Duration
~35 minutes
Format
100% online, self-paced
Lessons
6
Assessment
10 questions (80% to pass)
Certificate
Instant, verifiable
Access period
6 months access from the day of course start
Who it’s for
All staff in any Australian workplace: managers, supervisors, frontline and office teams, who want to understand LGBTIQA+ inclusion and be a better ally to colleagues, customers and clients.
Buying for a team? Set the quantity to the number of people. You’ll receive an enrolment code for each seat.
