Unconscious Bias

2 hours

Self-paced Online

Beginner

5 credits

CPD Certificate of Completion

£15

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The aim of this Unconscious Bias CPD course is to gain a greater understanding of what unconscious bias is and how unconscious bias affects decision-making. Learners will also identify different types of unconscious bias and explore unconscious bias in different settings and identify how to deal with unconscious bias.

At a Glance

Who It's For

For staff, managers, educators, and professionals committed to fair, inclusive decision-making and relationships.

Flexible Learning

Complete your training online anytime, anywhere, at your own pace.

Certificate

Achieve 80% to earn your CPD Certificate of Completion

Study Methods

Online

Dedicated Support

support@educateu.com

Assessment

Multiple-choice questions (MCQs) - 80% pass mark required

Managers and team leaders: make fairer decisions on recruitment, progression and support, based on merit rather than stereotypes.
HR and recruitment teams: use objective criteria, the same interview questions for every candidate and scoring systems to reduce bias in hiring.
Teachers and education staff: recognise how bias can affect expectations, discipline, grading and support for students.
EDI and L&D leads: support institutional equality, diversity and inclusion goals and embed bias awareness in everyday practice.
All staff: recognise their own bias, respond openly to feedback and speak up when they witness bias.

Instant access the moment you enrol
Self-paced online modules. Learn at your own speed, on any internet enabled device
Module by module multiple-choice quizzes to consolidate understanding
CPD Certificate of Completion on successfully passing the final assessment

Identify what unconscious bias is and how it differs from conscious discrimination
Understand how biases are formed and why addressing bias matters
Identify common types of unconscious bias (e.g. affinity, confirmation, halo/horns, gender, name bias, ageism)
Understand the impact of bias in the workplace, on relationships and decision-making
Implement strategies to minimise bias, including objective criteria and structured processes
Embed bias awareness into everyday practice and support EDI goals
Recognise your own bias using self-reflection tools and feedback

Course Certificate

Achieve 80% to earn your CPD Certificate of Completion

Course Content

A module-by-module breakdown of what you’ll learn in this course.

What is Unconscious Bias?

Common Types of Unconscious Bias

Recognising Your Own Bias

Impact of Bias in the Workplace

Strategies to Minimise Bias

Embedding Awareness in Everyday Practice

Frequently Asked Questions

Every learner who passes receives a CPD certificate you can keep on file for audits and inspections. Each certificate can be verified online through our Certificate Checker

You will have access to your course for one year from the date of enrolment.

Yes. Group and Enterprise plans are available.

Choose your course, complete the enrolment process, and submit any required information. After confirmation, you will receive access details to start your learning journey.

The course covers what unconscious bias is, how it differs from conscious discrimination and practical steps to reduce bias in recruitment, progression and everyday decisions.