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This Understanding & Addressing Workplace Sexual Harassment course is designed for individuals across all industries who want to develop a clear understanding of what constitutes sexual harassment in the workplace, how to recognise inappropriate behaviour, and how to respond appropriately. This training provides practical guidance on identifying different forms of harassment, understanding legal responsibilities, and supporting a safe and respectful working environment.
Learners will find the course easy to follow, informative, and fully accessible online. This course is suitable for employees at all levels, including managers, supervisors, and business owners, who play a key role in maintaining professional standards and promoting a positive workplace culture.
This course takes approximately 1–2 hours to complete, and the assessment consists of multiple-choice questions covering key areas such as definitions of sexual harassment, types of inappropriate behaviour, the impact on individuals and organisations, legal responsibilities under UK law, and how to report and respond to incidents. Once the assessment has been passed, learners will receive their CPD accredited digital certificate instantly, with free unlimited retakes included.
All UK legislation, including the Equality Act 2010, along with current guidance and best practice, has been considered in the development of this course. The knowledge gained can help organisations reduce risk, support employee wellbeing, and demonstrate a proactive approach to workplace compliance and professional conduct.
This course is fully accredited by The CPD Group.
Give yourself or your workforce the essential knowledge needed to recognise, prevent, and address workplace sexual harassment by booking this course today.
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Course FAQ's
How and where do I complete this course?
All of our courses are online courses, so they can be completed remotely as long as the learner has internet access and a computer.
Is there a time limit on this course?
The exam must be passed within 12 months of them being assigned the course. There is no time limit on the course material, so once the exam has been passed, students can freely revisit the course content and refresh their knowledge.
How is the course structured?
The course content is split into individual sections, with each section concluding in a mini quiz, which needs to be completed before moving onto the next section. Once all sections have been completed, you can proceed to the examination.
What happens if I fail the exam?
If the learner fails their exam, then they can retake it as many times as necessary (within the 12-month shelf-life of the course) at no extra cost. Once the course has been completed within the shelf-life period, the candidate gains unlimited life-time access to the course material should they wish to come back and refresh their memory.
What happens if I pass the exam?
Once the exam has been completed successfully, the learner will receive an online certificate instantly, which they can then download and print off.
How long will my certificate be valid for?
There is no specific law on when and how often you should refresh your training, however all UK local authorities and environmental health officers recommend that you refresh your training every three years to ensure you are versed with the most up-to-date guidance
How do I purchase multiple courses for my employees?
If you would like to buy training for a number of your employees, first you need to select the course that you need. To do this, you need to go to our course page and click on the course that you want to buy. Enter the quantity of courses that you require and view the corresponding price. Once you have done this, please go to checkout to complete the purchase. Once you have completed your purchase, you will be directed to your group’s dashboard through the ‘Manage courses’ button. Here you can assign courses to your employees or yourself.
What support is available if I have a question?
If any help is needed at any stage of your learning journey, all our learners are welcome to contract us. We are available to assist learners who require help, as well as those who are experiencing technical issues and need some advice. Please visit the Contact Us page, use our Live Chat function, or give us a call on 0333 0384868.
Course Syllabus
Section One – Foundations of Sexual harassment Awareness
- What is sexual harassment?
- Who can be affected & legal protections
- Forms of sexual harassment
- Typres of sexual harassment: quis pro quo & hostile environments
Section Two – Impact, Responsibilities & Reporting
- The impact of sexual harassment
- What sexual harassment is not: fraternisation & sexual favouritism
- Responsibilities: Employers, employees & managers
- Impact Vs Intent & understanding victimisation
Section Three – Responding to Harassment & Supporting Others
- What to do if you’re being harassed
- Documenting harassment effectively
- Bystander intervention: How to step in safely
- Recovery & supporting after harassment
Section Four – Scenario Practice, Knowledge Check & Course Completion
- Scenario practice: Identifying sexual harassment
- Scenario practice: Responding to sexual harassment
- Knowledge check: Applying what you’ve learned
- Course summary & final reflection
This is what learners will gain from this course
- What sexual harassment is and how it is defined in law
- The different forms harassment can take
- The impact of harassment on individuals and organisations
- Employer responsibilities under UK legislation
- How to recognise inappropriate behaviour
- How to report concerns and support others
- Steps organisations can take to prevent harassment