Course Description
Everyone has biases, whether or not they’re aware of them. An unconscious bias is one which someone isn’t actively aware that they hold. Some biases are harmless, while others can have negative effects on us and those around us, especially in the workplace where we’re likely to encounter all kinds of different people. In these cases, learning to recognize and mitigate these biases will help ensure everyone is able to work together safely and effectively.
In these lessons, you will learn how to recognize your own unconscious biases. We’ll cover some of the most common biases people may have, and you’ll learn how these biases can have significant impacts to your workplace. Finally, we’ll cover some methods you can use to mitigate the effects of your own unconscious biases to ensure a fair and equitable workplace for everyone in your organization. By the end of this course, you’ll be able to identify your own unconscious biases and take tangible steps toward reducing and eliminating them.
What You'll Learn
- Distinguish between conscious and unconscious bias
- Recognize the most common unconscious biases people may have, including racial, ethnic, name, gender, sexual orientation, age, and disability bias
- Identify your own unconscious biases
- Explain how unconscious bias can significantly impact the workplace
- Apply methods to mitigate the effects of your own unconscious biases
Key Takeaways
- Everyone holds biases, and an unconscious bias is one a person is not actively aware they hold.
- Some biases are harmless, while others can have negative effects on us and those around us, especially in the workplace.
- Recognizing and mitigating biases helps ensure everyone is able to work together safely and effectively.
- The course covers methods to reduce and eliminate your own unconscious biases to support a fair and equitable workplace.
- By the end of the course, you will be able to identify your own unconscious biases and take tangible steps toward reducing and eliminating them.
Frequently Asked Questions
What will I be able to do by the end of this course?
By the end of the course, you will be able to identify your own unconscious biases and take tangible steps toward reducing and eliminating them.
What types of bias does this course cover?
The course covers some of the most common biases, including racial, ethnic, and name bias; gender and sexual orientation bias; and age and disability bias.
Why does unconscious bias matter in the workplace?
Some biases can have negative effects on us and those around us, especially in the workplace where we are likely to encounter all kinds of different people. Learning to recognize and mitigate these biases helps ensure everyone can work together safely and effectively in a fair and equitable workplace.
What skills will I develop in this course?
The course develops skills in diversity awareness, empathy, self-awareness, implicit cognition, and understanding social influences.
How is the course structured?
The course is organized into lessons covering an introduction, what unconscious bias is, the business effect of unconscious bias, specific common biases, identifying and mitigating unconscious biases, and a conclusion.
