Developing trans competence

This course provides an introduction to transgender issues and how services can best support their trans service users effectively and sensitively. It offers more in-depth and trans-specific learning than our Improving LGB&T Competence course.

 

What the course covers

 

• aspects of trans identities and terminology
• transitioning and gender reassignment
• research and evidence of trans health and support needs
• Public Sector Equality Duties in relation to the Act’s ‘protected characteristic’ of gender reassignment
• the Gender Recognition Act 2004
• the Equality Act 2010

 

Who it’s aimed at

 

The course is ideal for an introduction to trans issues for all staff and managers working with trans people in a wide range of services such as substance misuse, housing, mental health, sexual health and generic support, as well as anyone seeking to improve their knowledge of issues affecting trans people.