Page Updated: 26th September 2022
The EDI in HE e-Learning programme is an interactive tailored online resource that aims to provide UCD employees with an awareness of key equality and diversity topics in a University context, and will complement future EDI awareness raising programmes, events and initiatives. This interactive modular learning tool will enable employees to consider and reflect on the part they play in building an inclusive culture in UCD. It features intuitive user-friendly navigation throughout five core content modules and each section contains video and multimedia stories and scenarios, interactive quizzes and online instant assessments to offer participants valuable feedback on their learning.
You can find out more about EDI in HE on this dedicated page.
Access the programme on Learn Upon (register with your UCD email address)
The Programme consists of four modules, each of 30-45 minutes duration, which can be completed either as an entire programme, or as a series of modules allowing participants to build up their knowledge over time at their own pace.
The online Dignity & Respect training "Building a Respectful Culture at UCD" was developed by UCD Equality, Diversity and Inclusion in collaboration with eLearning experts The Learning Rooms and subject matter experts in the University.
This online course was created to raise awareness about bullying, harassment and sexual misconduct and to assist all employees impacted by these issues. The content was developed based on current UCD Policies and after extensive consultation with the UCD community.
The course consists of two parts:
Employees can access this online course by going to Brightspace --> My Modules and clicking on "My Learning" (top left.)
UCD is committed to addressing racism and discrimination and strives to create a culture where these behaviours are not tolerated. The module "Let's Talk about Race in the Higher Education Sector" aims to raise awareness amongst university employees about racism, systemic inequalities and unconscious bias in higher education. Through contributions from experts and testimonials from those who have experienced systemic racism, this module will help employees understand racial bias so that they can take action to address it. Guidance for employees and leadership and further resources are also available as part of the module.
Access the programme on Learn Upon (register with your UCD email address)
The “Let’s Talk about Race…” course is part of a wider campaign to combat racism and discrimination in UCD. If you would like to find out more or contribute more actively in this area, you can take part in UCD’s anti-racism campaign and follow the work of the Race & Ethnic Equality Working Group and EDI Multicultural Subgroup.
The eLearning course "Supporting the Mental Health and Wellbeing of Employees" was developed by the UCD Mental Health and Wellbeing Steering Group to help people managers and colleagues have conversations on mental health and signpost supports. The course aims to help end stigma around mental health, to encourage those with mental health difficulties to come forward and to give confidence to people managers in supporting people through signposting to relevant services and help.
This 30-minute course consists of three units:
Access the programme on Learn Upon (register with your UCD email address)
This eLearning module developed by the Irish Human Rights and Equality Commission (IHREC) will support staff working in the public service to further their knowledge and understanding of equality and human rights and the statutory obligations within the Public Sector Duty. The eLearning is self-paced and will take about 3 hours to complete. Learners will need to pass the assessment at the end of each unit and will receive a personalised certificate upon completion.
Access the eLearning now: https://www.ihrec.ie/elearning
LinkedIn Learning is an e-learning portfolio of thousands of courses and tutorials taught by experts in creative and business skills. It supplements face-to-face and live virtual learning and provides an opportunity for UCD employees to deepen their knowledge on a number of topics of interest by accessing online video courses in their own time and at their own pace.
To learn more about LinkedIn Learning in UCD, visit the People and Organisation Development website.
EDI have compiled a collection of LinkedIn learning courses on equality and inclusion (see below.) To access LinkedIn Learning you will need to log in with your UCD Connect username and password.
Diversity, Inclusion and Belonging
Content includes:
How to Engage Meaningfully in Allyship and Anti-Racism
Content includes:
Skills for Inclusive Recruitment
The videos and courses included in this collection will provide upskilling in the area of recruitment and hiring, and will assist you in recruiting in an inclusive way. They can be completed in sequence or separately, at your own pace.
Content inlcudes:
Cultural Awareness and Cross-cultural Communication
Content includes:
Mental Wellbeing at Work during Times of Change and Uncertainty
Content includes: