You could do a degree in a relevant subject, such as:

• law
• psychology
• sociology
• community or youth studies
• human resources

Postgraduate courses

You could also do a postgraduate qualification if you want to learn more about equality and diversity.

You could study something like:

• disability studies
• race and ethnic relations
• equality and diversity studies

Entry requirements

You'll usually need:

• 2 to 3 A levels, or equivalent, for a degree
• a degree in any subject for a postgraduate course

You could get an introduction to this type of work from a relevant college course, like a Level 2 Certificate in Equality and Diversity.

Entry requirements

You'll usually need:

• 2 or more GCSEs at grades 9 to 3 (A* to D), or equivalent, for a level 2 course

You could do an advanced apprenticeship in HR support to help you get started in this role.

This typically takes about 18 months to complete and is a mix of learning in the workplace and the classroom.

Entry requirements

You'll usually need:

• 5 GCSEs at grades 9 to 4 (A* to C), or equivalent, including English and maths, for an advanced apprenticeship

You will find it useful if you have experience of working in the community.

You can get this by volunteering:

• to help with equality and diversity issues in a student union or trade union
• with a local community group, tenants' association or charity
• in a related career like housing, regeneration, social work or youth work

You could apply directly for jobs if you have work experience and knowledge of equal opportunities issues and laws.

You might find it helpful to have experience in human resources, youth and community work or social work when you are looking for jobs.

You'll need:

• excellent verbal communication skills
• to be thorough and pay attention to detail
• legal knowledge including court procedures and government regulations
• analytical thinking skills
• active listening skills
• knowledge of human resources and employment law
• customer service skills
• patience and the ability to remain calm in stressful situations
• to be able to carry out basic tasks on a computer or hand-held device

You'll need to:

• pass background checks

In this role you could:

• identify equality issues
• introduce new policies and review existing practices
• work with employers to help them develop a diverse workforce
• raise awareness in organisations, schools and the community
• support community projects and groups
• promote equality law and events, like International Women's Week
• make sure adverts and promotions do not discriminate
• prepare and deliver training, presentations and workshops

You could work in an office.