Creating Inclusive Workplaces

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The learner has completed this e-learning module designed to develop understanding of inclusive workplace culture and practical ways to improve workplace culture for women in particular. This includes understanding psychological safety, the elements of inclusive culture for women, and the impact that inclusive culture has on attraction, engagement and retention in skilled trades. workplace culture and the overall success of women in skilled trades.

Topics

• Understanding inclusivity in the workplace
• Psychological safety and wellbeing
• Strategies to overcome workplace bias
• Understanding the impact of non-inclusivity on women
• Influencing supportive and inclusive workplaces

Learning Outcomes

1. Identifying the key elements that define an inclusive workplace culture.
2. Enhancing your ability to foster an environment where every team member feels valued and respected.
3. Applying strategies to prevent biases and discrimination and promoting fairness and equality.
4. Understanding:
   1. the link between workplace culture and psychological safety,
   2. how this connection influences the well-being and performance of team members,
   3. the impact of a healthy workplace environment on women’s psychological safety, job satisfaction, and retention, and
   4. how an inclusive culture improves the experiences and careers of women apprentices in skilled trades.
5. Developing practical skills to create and maintain an inclusive workplace culture for all to thrive.
6. Tools and strategies for overcoming bias and fostering inclusive workplaces that support the success of women in skilled trades

Knowledge Activities and Application

This module includes several interactive learning activities that requires the learner to apply concepts and understanding to realistic workplace scenarios. Learners receive immediate feedback and takeaway resources.

Estimated effort: 40 minutes

EMC updates learning content on a regular basis. Version: 2024-1