Learning Outcomes

Overview of Whistleblowing

Managing Emotions and Legal Protection

Investigation and Whistleblowing Culture

Lesson Summary

In this module, you will learn the basics of whistleblowing, its historical and legal background, including ethical considerations. We cover the different types of whistleblowing with the legal protections available. Also, learn how to cope with the emotional impact of whistleblowing and dealing with retaliation.

Basics of Whistleblowing - Course Assessment

Discover the types of whistleblowing and legislation that protects whistleblowers in the UK in this free online course.

Basics of Whistleblowing

Do you know what a ‘whistleblower’ is? This course begins with the basics of whistleblowing, its historical and legal background, types of whistleblowing and best practices for organisations. It covers effective strategies for whistleblowing, managing the emotional impact and the legal protection available to whistleblowers in the UK particularly. Discover the techniques, skills and ethical considerations needed to conduct proper investigations.

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