Introduction to Understanding Systemic Racism

This course is focused on increasing awareness about systemic racism and providing information and strategies to help organizations create and/or revise policies and processes to support workplaces that are inclusive of Black, Indigenous and People of Colour.

Course access is not immediate. Please plan for up to 1-2 business days before you gain course access.

Objectives

Use the best practices of inclusive organizations around the world to address issues of systemic racism.

• Understand the concepts of racism, systemic racism, systemic bias, and unconscious bias.
• Understand the intent vs. impact dilemma.
• Recognize and reduce your unconscious bias as a leader and manager.
• Recognize different levels of systemic bias in your organization.
• Have a tool kit of strategies and supporting methods to eliminate/reduce systemic bias in your organization.

This course uses interactive elements, scenarios, videos, and quizzes to reinforce learning.

Audience

The course was designed for managers and leaders in the construction and maintenance industry.

Course Length

The course duration is approximately three (3) hours of self-paced instruction. It is available in English and French.

Course Access

• Course access is not immediate. Please plan for up to 1-2 business days before you gain course access.
• You will receive an email from our ECABC Education Coordinator within 1-2 business days with login information and instructions on how to access your course.
• If you have purchased your course on a weekend or holiday, we will email you your access information within 1-2 business days of the next regular business day.

System Requirements

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Course Credit Information

Gold Seal Credits

0.5 Credits

Course Certificates

Printable, digital certificate will be accessible online on successful course completion. Successful course completion is subject to a final test with a minimum passing grade of 100%.

This course is delivered through BuildForce Canada’s E-Learning Centre. BuildForce Canada is a national organization committed to the development of a highly skilled construction workforce. You can learn more about BuildForce Canada online at www.buildforce.ca.

Cancellation Policy for Online Courses

Fees will be collected at the time of registration. No refunds or cancellations are permitted once payment has been made, or an order has been placed for an online course.