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TUC Diploma in Employment Law onlineThis course will help experienced trade union representatives develop their knowledge and experience of employment law making them more effective as workplace representatives. 
The course will give reps a better understanding of the trade union approach to employment law and enhance their ability to handle trade union and workplace issues whilst developing attitudes and skills needed for higher level study or activism. Download information leaflet [PDF]
Who is the course for?This course is for experienced trade union representatives. It supports the development and practice of employment law. When does the course start?January 2012 How long is the course?The course is delivered over 36 weeks and spread over 3 terms. What will the course help me to do?This course will help you:
What subjects will be studied?The TUC Diploma is accredited by the National Open College Network and is divided into several units - three core units and four study skills units - see below. The changing nature of law This unit includes:
Employment law and the individual This unit includes:
Trade unions and collective rights This unit includes:
Study skills units
What are the entry requirements?Union representatives who wish to take this course should have:
Please note all applicants to the online course will be required to complete a second stage application form detailing the knowledge and experience that they have gained as a trade union rep. This will be used by tutors to assess applicants' suitability for the course. What qualifications will be awarded?The TUC will award its Diploma if participants complete all seven modules and gain 48 credits (at level 2 for level 2 diploma or 27 credits at level 3 plus 21 credits at level 2 or 3 for level 3 diploma) Learners who do not achieve the above will be awarded OCN certification for units achieved. All learners completing the course will receive a TUC certificate of attendance. Can I get time off to learn?Union representatives who wish to attend TUC courses in working time should first ask their employer for time off with pay. The Trade Union and Labour Relations (Consolidation) Act 1992 and the Safety Representatives and Safety Committee Regulations 1977 give accredited union and safety representatives a legal right to reasonable time off with pay to attend courses approved by the TUC or their union. Guidance towards establishing what constitutes reasonable time off can be found in the ACAS Code of Practice ( http://www.acas.org.uk/media/pdf/l/q/CP03_1.pdf ). Can I get time off for online courses?Online learning * should not be seen as an alternative to paid release from work. The law still applies, whether learning takes place away from work or in work, at a workstation or in a company learning centre. How much is the course?This course is free for all recognised union reps from TUC member unions. Further InformationIf you require any further information about this course, please contact: TUC Education Online e: tuceducationhelp@tuc.org.uk t: 020 7079 6929 How do I apply?If you are interested in this course, please complete the online form using the link below. Please note that the Diploma courses require a lot of study time and commitment. Therefore we recommend you only apply for one diploma course at a time. If you are unsure which course is suitable for you, please contact your Regional Education Officer. Proceed to online application form Briefing document (1,100 words) issued 6 Jul 2009  Occupational Health and Wellbeing in the workplace Trade Union Education in Preston Provided by Manchester College Union rep courses Scotland – January to June 2012 |
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