Business Compliance & Workplace Essentials Training

Unconscious Bias

This Unconscious Bias eLearning course provides essential training on understanding how unconscious biases form, the impact they can have on decision-making, behaviour and workplace culture, and how individuals can reduce bias in their everyday interactions. Learners will explore common types of bias, how bias influences perceptions and judgements, and practical strategies to challenge and mitigate bias in recruitment, teamwork, leadership and communication. The course supports efforts to create fairer, more inclusive and effective working environments.

Course Aims

The primary aims of the Unconscious Bias course are to:

• Introduce what unconscious bias is and how it develops in human thinking
• Raise awareness of different types of bias and how they can influence behaviour and decisions
• Clarify the impact of bias on workplace interactions, diversity and fairness
• Provide practical strategies to recognise and reduce bias in everyday situations
• Encourage self-reflection and inclusive behaviours that support a respectful and equitable workplace

Key Learning Outcomes

By the end of this 30-minute awareness course, learners will be able to:

• Define unconscious bias and explain why it matters in professional settings
• Identify common bias types and examples that can affect workplace decisions
• Understand how bias influences perceptions, interactions and outcomes
• Apply practical techniques to mitigate bias in decision-making and behaviour
• Demonstrate inclusive behaviours that support fairness, respect and diversity