POSTGRADUATE DIPLOMA

IN EQUALITY AND DIVERSITY IN THE WORKPLACE

(HETAC)

Carlow College postgraduate department welcomes applications for entry to its 2008-2009 Postgraduate Diploma in Equality and Diversity in the Workplace (PG Dip. in Equality) which will commence Tuesday 9th September 2008.

This Diploma is a unique post-graduate qualification in the area of managing equality and diversity issues in organisational settings. The programme is aimed at experienced HR practitioners, supervisors, managers, consultants, and community workers in the profit and non-profit sectors. The primary objective of the course is to provide each participant with the knowledge, competence and skills to work effectively as equality and diversity officers within their workplace or organisation. The programme has been developed with the support of Carlow LEADER Rural Development Company Ltd and is accredited by HETAC (level 9). Further details on the programme are available here.

Closing date for receipt of applications is Wednesday 16th July 2008. Download course Application Form. Late applications will be accepted subject to availability of places.

Lectures will run on a Tuesday and Thursday evening 6.00pm to 9.30pm over 3 semesters commencing 16th September 2008. Additional time will be scheduled for workshops and tutorials (which may include an occasional Saturday).

If you would like further information on the programme please email the Course Director bdeering@carlowcollege.ie or telephone Ciara Morgan on 059 9153244.

Please note that partial funding is available to eligible participants, subject to available funds. The course is being funded under the FÁS One Step Up Initiative and supported by the FÁS Social Inclusion Unit.