Career and Work Exploration 10, 20, A30, B30: Curriculum Guide (2002)

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Module 19: Workplace Ethics, Human Rights and Equity (Core)

Suggested time: 3 - 4 hours	Level: Advanced
Prerequisite: None

Foundational Objectives

To participate in life-long learning supportive of career and work goals.
To understand the relationship among work, society and the economy.

Common Essential Learnings Foundational Objectives

To develop compassionate, empathetic and fair-minded attitudes and make positive contributions to society as individuals and as members of groups. (PSVS)
To treat themselves, others and their environment with respect. (PSVS)

Learning Objectives	Notes
19.1 To discuss and develop an understanding of workplace ethics. (PSVS)	Discuss: Ethical behaviour: responsibility, honesty, confidentiality, environmental policies and practices, and others. Unethical behaviour: conflict of interest, abuse of substances, sexual harassment, theft, falsifying reports and documents, misrepresentation, and others. It can be valuable to have students share their experiences and understandings of ethical behaviours.
19.2 To understand labour legislation and the role of unions.	Students may approach the Saskatchewan Federation of Labour, union, or business association to discuss the Trade Union Act.
19.3 To understand federal human rights legislation	Discuss the importance of Human Rights Legislation. Invite an HRDC representative to speak about how to file a complaint. Invite a speaker from the Human Rights Commission to speak about his or her role. Define harassment. Explain the correct procedure to follow if a student feels he or she is being harassed in the workplace. Refer to the bibliography for resources related to harassment and other workplace issues.

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