Advanced Certificate in UK Private Sector Labour Law
-- viewing nowThe Advanced Certificate in UK Private Sector Labour Law is a comprehensive course that equips learners with critical knowledge of employment law in the UK private sector. This certification is essential for HR professionals, business owners, and managers who need to navigate the complexities of UK labour laws.
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• Understanding the UK Labour Law: An overview of the legal framework governing employment relationships in the private sector in the UK. This unit will cover primary legislation such as the Employment Rights Act 1996 and case law developed by courts and tribunals.
• Contracts of Employment: This unit will focus on the legal requirements for creating a valid contract of employment, the different types of contracts, and the terms that can be included. It will also cover changes to contracts, breaches of contract, and constructive dismissal.
• Discrimination in the Workplace: An examination of the laws that protect employees from discrimination on the grounds of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex, and sexual orientation. This unit will also cover indirect discrimination, harassment, and victimisation.
• Workplace Rights: A study of the rights that employees have in the workplace, including the right to minimum wage, paid holidays, rest breaks, and flexible working. This unit will also cover health and safety laws and the right to request time off for training.
• Termination of Employment: This unit will cover the legal requirements for terminating an employment contract, including notice periods, redundancy, and unfair dismissal. It will also cover settlement agreements and the role of employment tribunals.
• Collective Labour Law: An examination of the laws that govern the relationship between employers and trade unions, including the right to join a trade union, collective bargaining, and industrial action.
• Transfer of Undertakings (TUPE): This unit will focus on the laws that apply when a business or part of a business is sold or transferred to a new employer. It will cover the automatic transfer of employees' contracts of employment, the rights of employees, and the obligations of the old and new employers.
• Employee Data Protection: An overview of the data protection laws that apply to the processing of employees' personal data, including the General Data Protection
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Entry Requirements
- Basic understanding of the subject matter
- Proficiency in English language
- Computer and internet access
- Basic computer skills
- Dedication to complete the course
No prior formal qualifications required. Course designed for accessibility.
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This course provides practical knowledge and skills for professional development. It is:
- Not accredited by a recognized body
- Not regulated by an authorized institution
- Complementary to formal qualifications
You'll receive a certificate of completion upon successfully finishing the course.
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