• The Open University

Understanding Gender Identity: Trans People in the Workplace

Help to create a more trans-friendly workplace, by learning about trans people, the struggles they face and how to support them.

324 enrolled on this course

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Find out how to be more inclusive of trans people at work

Throughout history, life has not been easy for transgender people. And, although things may have improved, trans people still face discrimination and many challenges today.

This course is a great starting point for any individual or organisation looking to increase their awareness of trans identity. Ultimately, you’ll learn how to make your organisation more trans-inclusive. You’ll do this by understanding the legal rights and responsibilities around trans identity, and by better understanding trans people.

What topics will you cover?

  • The core contexts of gender identity and trans awareness.
  • An exploration of key terms and use of language.
  • A basic understanding of legislation around rights and responsibilities surrounding trans identities.
  • An introduction into how organisations can become trans-inclusive.

Learning on this course

On every step of the course you can meet other learners, share your ideas and join in with active discussions in the comments.

What will you achieve?

By the end of the course, you‘ll be able to...

  • Describe the core contexts of gender identity and trans awareness.
  • Explain the key terms and use of language in a trans-positive environment.
  • Demonstrate a basic knowledge of the legislation around rights and responsibilities surrounding trans identities.
  • Discuss how organisations can become trans-inclusive through good practices.

Who is the course for?

This course would suit any individual or organisation looking to increase their awareness of trans-identity, and to become more trans-inclusive.

Who will you learn with?

I write books about sex, gender, and relationships, and I'm a psychologist and psychotherapist who has studied bisexuality, non-monogamy, kink, and trans among other topics.

I am co-founder and CEO of Gendered Intelligence, a not-for-profit, trans-led organisation that seeks to increase understanding of gender diversity and improve the lives of trans people.

Who developed the course?

The Open University

As the UK’s largest university, The Open University (OU) supports thousands of students to achieve their goals and ambitions via supported distance learning, helping to fit learning around professional and personal life commitments.

  • Established

    1969
  • Location

    Milton Keynes, UK
  • World ranking

    Top 510Source: Times Higher Education World University Rankings 2020

What's included?

This is a premium course. These courses are designed for professionals from specific industries looking to learn with a smaller group of like-minded individuals.

  • Unlimited access to this course
  • Includes any articles, videos, peer reviews and quizzes
  • Certificate of Achievement to prove your success when you're eligible
  • Download and print your Certificate of Achievement anytime

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Learning on FutureLearn

Your learning, your rules

  • Courses are split into weeks, activities, and steps to help you keep track of your learning
  • Learn through a mix of bite-sized videos, long- and short-form articles, audio, and practical activities
  • Stay motivated by using the Progress page to keep track of your step completion and assessment scores

Join a global classroom

  • Experience the power of social learning, and get inspired by an international network of learners
  • Share ideas with your peers and course educators on every step of the course
  • Join the conversation by reading, @ing, liking, bookmarking, and replying to comments from others

Map your progress

  • As you work through the course, use notifications and the Progress page to guide your learning
  • Whenever you’re ready, mark each step as complete, you’re in control
  • Complete 90% of course steps and all of the assessments to earn your certificate

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