Bullying and Harassment Awareness Training

Build bullying and harassment awareness and support respectful workplace conduct.

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  • 85 students
  • 6 hours
Course Type: Video
Course Language: English
Course Region: United Kingdom (UK)
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Overview

What if one warning sign could protect someone at work? Sadly, 22.8% experience workplace violence or harassment worldwide. Moreover, 17.9% face psychological harm during everyday working life.

Thankfully, this course turns confusion into clear, practical action. First, discover how harmful behaviour often begins. Then, learn when to speak up and report concerns. Finally, build confidence to support others and create real change.

What you'll learn

By completing this course, learners will be able to:

  • Identify workplace bullying, harassment, discrimination, and violence.
  • Analyse bullying’s emotional, physical, professional, and organisational effects.
  • Compare ineffective responses with safer, structured response strategies.
  • Assess training options supporting anti bullying awareness.
  • Develop stronger awareness of bullying policies and prevention measures.
  • Evaluate toxic conduct, personal bias, empathy, and workplace kindness.

Certification

Certification

After completing the course, learners will receive a Certificate of Completion from Global Safety Academy.

The certificate demonstrates completed Bullying and harassment awareness training. It also reflects developed workplace conduct and reporting knowledge. It does not replace locally mandated training requirements.

Certification

Course Curriculum

6 lessons

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6 hours total length

6 lessons

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6 hours total length

Module 01: Understanding Bullying and Harassment in the Workplace

12 lessons
  • 1.1 Define bullying and harassment in the workplace
  • 1.2 Discuss what constitutes bullying behaviour
  • 1.3 Understand the concept of workplace violence and discrimination
  • 1.4 Distinguish between bullying and workplace violence
  • 1.5 Analyse different types of bullying behaviour
  • 1.6 Identify the myths and facts about bullying and harassment
  • 1.7 Explain the disposition of a workplace bully
  • 1.8 Understand the roles of jealousy and envy in workplace bullying
  • 1.9 Identify the behaviours often used by workplace bullies
  • 1.10 Define the concept of the bullying dynamic
  • 1.11 Discuss different types of bully
  • 1.12 Distinguish between gender bullying

Module 02: The Effects of Bullying and Harassment

9 lessons
  • 2.1 Examine ineffective tactics often used to tackle bullies
  • 2.2 Identify emotional and psychological effects of workplace bullying
  • 2.3 Highlight physical reactions associated with being subject to bullying
  • 2.4 Outline practical self-support steps when experiencing workplace bullying
  • 2.5 Explain the devastating effects of workplace bullying
  • 2.6 Discuss the costs of workplace bullying to individuals and organisations
  • 2.7 Analyse management styles and workplace structures that enable bullying
  • 2.8 Understand how co-workers ignore bullying behaviour
  • 2.9 Examine avoidance and compliance as common responses to workplace bullying

Module 03: Dealing with Cases of Bullying and Harassment

9 lessons
  • 3.1 Understand the concept of managing personal boundaries
  • 3.2 Identify ways to prevent emotional overwhelm
  • 3.3 Explain how to use different behaviour to get different results
  • 3.4 Describe how and where to file a bullying report
  • 3.5 Discuss the responsibilities and legal obligations related to bullying
  • 3.6 Analyse ways to support a bullied colleague
  • 3.7 Explain the concept of the investigation process
  • 3.8 Identify the challenges for managers when dealing with a bully
  • 3.9 Understand the process of confronting a workplace bully

Module 04: Raising Awareness of Bullying and Harassment

10 lessons
  • 4.1 Discuss different types of anti-bullying training
  • 4.2 Define diversity training and workplace workshops
  • 4.3 Understand the rights and responsibilities within training contexts
  • 4.4 Identify the advantages and disadvantages of specific training options
  • 4.5 Analyse the functions of managers, employees, and contact officers in training
  • 4.6 Explain the concept of developing a workplace bullying and harassment policy
  • 4.7 Discuss the features of an integrated conflict management system
  • 4.8 Analyse the policy-setting process
  • 4.9 Understand the process of defining policy content
  • 4.10 Identify common mistakes in policy-making and delivery

Module 05: Preventative Measures for Bullying and Harassment

6 lessons
  • 5.1 Discuss the legal options available for workplace bullying
  • 5.2 Explain the process of making a claim to an employment tribunal
  • 5.3 Describe what to do after making a claim
  • 5.4 Explain the impacts and signs of sexual harassment
  • 5.5 Understand the responsibilities to prevent sexual harassment at work
  • 5.6 Identify relevant laws and frameworks related to sexual harassment

Module 06: Highlighting Toxic Behaviour and Promoting Kindness

7 lessons
  • 6.1 Highlight changing attitudes and unacceptable behaviour
  • 6.2 Recognise a toxic workplace environment
  • 6.3 Encourage empathy and self-awareness
  • 6.4 Examine a case study — a cautionary tale
  • 6.5 Demonstrate a case study — personal power
  • 6.6 Analyse a case study — bias in the workplace
  • 6.7 Review final thoughts

Mock Exam

  • This practice assessment supports final exam preparation.

Final Exam

  • The final exam checks full course understanding.

Requirements

No previous bullying and harassment awareness knowledge is required. The course supports beginners and experienced workplace professionals.

Learners should have:

  • Interest in applying learning professionally
  • Interest in bullying awareness
  • A willingness to support respectful workplace behaviour 
  • A device with reliable internet access 

Why Choose Us

Learners choose Global Safety Academy because the training is:

  • Clear, structured, and easy to follow
  • Suitable for busy professionals and teams
  • Focused on real workplace challenges
  • Built around practical application
  • Written in accessible Global English
  • Designed for international learners

Career Opportunities

This course can support professionals moving towards roles such as:

  • Human Resources Assistant
  • Employee Relations Coordinator
  • Workplace Contact Officer
  • Team Leader
  • Workplace Supervisor
  • Compliance Assistant

This course supports relevant awareness and professional development. However, it does not guarantee employment or regulated status.

More About This Course

What Is Bullying and Harassment Awareness Training?

Bullying and Harassment awareness training explains unacceptable workplace conduct. It covers recognition, effects, reporting, response, and prevention.

Learners examine bullying, discrimination, violence, and sexual harassment. They also explore respectful workplace expectations and responsibilities.

Who Needs Bullying Awareness Training?

Bullying awareness training benefits many workplace groups.

Suitable learners include:

  • Employees experiencing or witnessing harmful conduct
  • Managers responsible for workplace behaviour
  • Supervisors receiving workplace concerns
  • Human resources and employee relations professionals
  • Business owners developing respectful workplace cultures
  • Compliance teams supporting organisational policies
  • Contact officers supporting reporting procedures

What Does This Bullying and Harassment Awareness Course Cover?

The course contains six structured learning modules.
The detailed Curriculum appears above.

Topics include:

  • Bullying behaviours and dynamics
  • Emotional and physical consequences
  • Workplace costs and enabling structures
  • Boundaries, reporting, and investigations
  • Awareness training and policy development
  • Sexual harassment awareness and prevention
  • Toxic behaviour, empathy, kindness, and bias

Learners seeking specialised content may also consider our sexual harassment awareness training.

Why Is Bullying and Harassment Awareness Important at Work?

Harmful conduct can affect health, confidence, and performance. It can also damage trust, retention, and organisational reputation.

Witnesses may fear intervention or reporting. Therefore, clear procedures and trained managers remain essential.

Effective awareness of bullying supports earlier workplace action. It also strengthens communication and shared accountability.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Bullying prevention includes education, clear rules, early intervention, safe reporting, consistent investigations, leadership accountability, staff training, and a culture that promotes respect. 

Anti-bullying programs may include awareness training, bystander intervention, peer support, respectful workplace initiatives, safeguarding education, social-emotional learning, and clear reporting procedures. 

Workplace harassment involves unwanted behaviour that violates dignity or creates an intimidating, hostile, degrading, humiliating, or offensive environment for another person.

Bullying generally involves intimidating or undermining behaviour, while harassment may relate to protected characteristics and can carry specific legal implications depending on jurisdiction.

Managers should take concerns seriously, follow established procedures, document information carefully, investigate fairly, maintain confidentiality appropriately, and protect employees from retaliation.

No. Legal requirements differ across jurisdictions and workplaces. Organisations must verify applicable local training requirements.

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