Take steps towards a successful career in employment law and gain an in-depth understanding of employees rights and responsibilities in the UK, with the UK Employment Law course. This course is ideal for those who are pursuing a career in this field or anyone who wishes to learn more about employment policies, contracts and status.
In this introductory course, you will explore the basics of employment rights for a worker in the UK, exploring key topics such as sick pay, pension age and holiday entitlement. You will also learn about immigration policies regarding employment in the UK.Â
Our experienced instructor will guide you through each policy and procedure. On completion, you will have an excellent understanding of your rights as an employee, the rights of employers and the entire employment journey.
Learning Outcomes:
- Demonstrate an understanding of the basic employment rights for a worker
- Learn about the different types of employment status and employment in the UK
- Understand what should be included in an employment contract and identify the different types of employment contracts
- Gain a solid understanding of the responsibilities of an employer and employee
- Know your rights for overtime as a part-time or full-time worker in the UK
- Understand the national minimum wage, living wage and pension age in the UK
- Broaden your knowledge of holiday entitlement, statutory sick pay and maternity allowance
- Familiarise with the policies regarding immigration and employment in the UK
- Fast track your career in employment law with a recognised qualification
Who is This Course for?
This introductory employment law course is ideal for aspiring professionals who are looking to gain the relevant skills and knowledge to kickstart a career in this sector, as well as anyone who wishes to broaden their understanding of employment law in the UK. There are no specific learning requirements for enrolling in this course.
Requirements
Our UK Employment Law is fully compatible with any kind of device. Whether you are using Windows computer, Mac, smartphones or tablets, you will get the same experience while learning. Besides that, you will be able to access the course with any kind of internet connection from anywhere at any time without any kind of limitation.
Assessment and CertificationÂ
Upon completion of the course, you will be required to sit for an online multiple-choice quiz based assessment, which will determine whether you have passed the course (60% pass mark). The test will be marked immediately and results will be published instantly.
After completing the course, you can order a certificate of achievement to display your achievement for as little as £3.99 for the PDF version and £7.99 for a paper version or £10 for both. There is an additional £10 delivery charge for international students.
Career Path
On successful completion, you will be equipped with all the fundamental skills and knowledge to fast track a career in employment law. This qualification is a stepping stone to the following professions:
- Employment Lawyer
- Employment Paralegal
- Employment Law Solicitor
- Legal Assistant
Course Curriculum
| Employment Law Basics | |||
| Module 1: Introduction to Employment Law | 00:05:00 | ||
| Module 2: Employment Status | 00:10:00 | ||
| Module 3: Employment Contracts | 00:05:00 | ||
| Module 4: Contract Types and Employer Responsibilities | 00:05:00 | ||
| Module 5: Flexible Working | 00:05:00 | ||
| Module 6: Overtime and Time-Off Work for Public Duties | 00:05:00 | ||
| Module 7: State Pension Age | 00:05:00 | ||
| The National Minimum Wage (NMW) and Living Wage | |||
| Module 8: Eligibility for the Minimum Wage | 00:05:00 | ||
| Module 9: National Minimum Wage and National Living Wage Rates | 00:05:00 | ||
| Module 10: Apprentices and Volunteers | 00:30:00 | ||
| Module 11: Calculating the Minimum Wage | 00:10:00 | ||
| Module 12: Benefits in Kind and Accommodation | 00:10:00 | ||
| Module 13: Working Hours for Which the Minimum Wage Must Be Paid | 00:30:00 | ||
| Module 14: Enforcing the Minimum Wage | 00:15:00 | ||
| Rights during Employment | |||
| Module 15: Health and Safety in the Pharmaceutical Industry | 00:20:00 | ||
| Module 16: Statutory Maternity Leave and Pay Guidance for Employers | 00:10:00 | ||
| Module 17: Maternity Allowance | 00:05:00 | ||
| Module 18: Paternity Leave | 00:05:00 | ||
| Module 19: Shared Parental Leave and Pay | 00:10:00 | ||
| Module 20: Holiday Entitlement | 00:10:00 | ||
| Module 21: Statutory Sick Pay (SSP) | 00:05:00 | ||
| Immigration, Termination and Other Issues | |||
| Module 22: Immigration Requirements | 00:40:00 | ||
| Module 23: Contractual Terms | 00:10:00 | ||
| Module 24: Termination of Employment | 00:20:00 | ||
| Module 25: Rehabilitation of Offenders Act | 00:25:00 | ||
| Module 26: Enforced Subject Access Requests | 00:05:00 | ||
| Module 27: Discrimination Law and Equality Act 2010 | 00:10:00 | ||
| Module 28: Business Transfers | 00:10:00 | ||
| Module 29: Collective Rights | 00:45:00 | ||
| Module 30: 2018 UK Corporate Governance Code | 00:20:00 | ||
| Module 31: Legal Professional Privilege Update | 00:10:00 | ||
| Module 32: The Employment Guide to GDPR | 00:20:00 | ||
| Module 33: Useful Websites | 00:05:00 | ||
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- Number of Units33
- Number of Quizzes0
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