Professional Diploma in Trade Union Representatives - Employment Law: A Pathway to Success in Legal Services in the UK
-- viewing nowTrade Union Representatives in the UK can enhance their skills and knowledge with our Professional Diploma in Employment Law. This comprehensive program is designed for trade union representatives who want to succeed in legal services and make a positive impact on their members' lives.
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• Trade Union Law and Practice: This unit will explore the legal framework governing trade unions, including the Trade Union and Labour Relations (Consolidation) Act 1992, and the role of trade unions in representing workers' interests.
• Employment Rights and Protections: This unit will examine the key employment rights and protections, including health and safety, equal pay, and discrimination, and how trade union representatives can support workers in asserting these rights.
• Employment Dispute Resolution: This unit will cover the various methods of resolving employment disputes, including grievance procedures, disciplinary procedures, and employment tribunals, and the role of trade union representatives in these processes.
• Employment Law and Industrial Action: This unit will explore the legal framework governing industrial action, including picketing, strikes, and lockouts, and the role of trade union representatives in organizing and supporting industrial action.
• Employment Law and Equality: This unit will examine the key equality laws and how they impact employment, including the Equality Act 2010, and the role of trade union representatives in promoting equality and challenging discrimination.
• Employment Law and Health and Safety: This unit will cover the key health and safety laws and how they impact employment, including the Health and Safety at Work etc. Act 1974, and the role of trade union representatives in promoting health and safety in the workplace.
• Employment Law and Data Protection: This unit will examine the key data protection laws and how they impact employment, including the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), and the role of trade union representatives in protecting workers' personal data.
• Employment Law and Immigration: This unit will cover the key immigration laws and how they impact employment, including the Immigration Rules, and the role of trade union representatives in supporting migrant workers.
• Employment Law and Brexit: This unit will explore the impact of Brexit on employment law and the role of trade union representatives in navigating this changing landscape.
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| Role | Percentage |
|---|---|
| Employment Law Specialist - Providing expert advice on employment law to trade union representatives | 30% |
| Trade Union Representative - Advocating for workers' rights and interests in the workplace | 25% |
| Industrial Relations Specialist - Analyzing and resolving workplace conflicts and disputes | 20% |
| Human Resources Manager - Overseeing HR functions and implementing employment law policies | 15% |
| Employment Tribunal Advocate - Representing clients in employment tribunal cases | 10% |
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.
Course status
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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