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Academy of Industrial Relations

From Saturday 01 October 2022
To Saturday 17 December 2022

Contact Shantala Reece-Whiteman

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These intensive and internationally accredited, 11-week programmes will provide relevant, practical training in the following areas:

Advanced Certificate in Industrial Relations Management in Trinidad and Tobago (EduQual Level 3)

This programme will provide a foundational understanding of the principles and practices of good Industrial Relations and provide the tools to correctly interpret, understand and apply the laws governing the Industrial Relations system in Trinidad and Tobago. Participants will be exposed to principles related to effectively managing workplace issues such as grievances, collective bargaining, employment contracts and dealing with trade unions.

Pre-requisites: None
Price: $3,995.00 plus VAT

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Course Objectives

Upon completion of this Course, learners should be able to:

Understand, identify and explain the fundamental procedures and practices of Industrial Relations in T&T;
Explain the relevant statutes governing industrial relations and their implications for the practice of industrial relations in T&T;
Demonstrate improved competence and decision-making capacity when faced with various workplace matters or disputes, whether in a unionised or non-unionised environment, and;
Approach the practice of collective bargaining and workplace negotiations with greater confidence, and improve their potential for achieving mutually beneficial outcomes.

Overview of Units

Unit 1: Industrial Relations in Trinidad and Tobago

The aim of this unit is to provide an overview of the history of industrial relations, as well as the practices and procedures which inform the system of industrial relations in Trinidad and Tobago, while embarking on a holistic appreciation of the sources of good industrial relations.

Unit 2: Collective Bargaining

Explore the essential criteria being utilised by stakeholders in conducting negotiations, and develop an appreciation for the sensitivities associated with Collective Bargaining.

Unit 3: Grievance Handling and Discipline

Analyse and apply the principles essential for successfully dealing with grievances and disciplinary issues in the workplace.

Unit 4: Trade Unions and Worker Participation in the Organisation

The aim of this unit is to provide an overview of the history of the Trade Union movement in Trinidad and Tobago as well as the functions, roles and responsibilities of Trade Unions specific to the workplace and develop a keen understanding and appreciation of techniques for creating a cohesive workplace environment through worker participation and engagement in relation to industrial relations.

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Advanced Certificate in Labour Laws in Trinidad and Tobago (EduQual Level 3)

This course will analyse relevant labour laws governing Industrial Relations/Human Resource Management and Labour Relations in Trinidad and Tobago. Participants will gain important insights for understanding, interpreting and applying these laws in their respective organisations or to various employment issues such as industrial action, employment contracts and other labour-related matters.

Pre-requisites: None
Price: $3,995.00 plus VAT

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Course Objectives

Upon completion of this Course, learners should be able to:

Gain insight into the fundamental principles of Labour Law;
Establish a foundation for interpreting and applying key Labour Laws to the employment relationship, and;
Understand and examine other relevant statutes and discuss their implications for good IR practice in T&T, especially with respect to the collective bargaining process and negotiating with trade unions.

Overview of Units

Unit 1: Sources of Law and IR Obligations

This unit provides an overview of the origin and evolution of Labour Laws in T&T, as well as their inherent value to the foundation of social stability and industrial peace.

Having discussed the sources of law, the Unit will look at one of the main instruments that define an employment relationship – the employment contract. Learners will analyse the typical elements of a contract, discuss the various types of employment contracts, as well as key insights for drafting, developing or amending various types of employment contracts.

Finally, this Unit will provide an overview of the principles of Natural Justice in preparation for subsequent discussions on managing workplace issues and applying labour laws to the workplace.

Unit 2: The Disciplinary Hearing - Process and Procedures

This Unit is both theoretical and practical. It will provide an overview of the process, procedures and practical elements required for the conduct of a proper Disciplinary Hearing.

Note: This Unit includes a practical element - participating in a disciplinary hearing exercise.

Unit 3: Labour Laws Governing the Employment Relationship

This Unit is the first of three (3) legislative reviews. The aim of this unit is to gain a thorough understanding of the Industrial Relations Act (IRA), the key piece of legislation regulating the industrial relations system and its institutions in Trinidad and Tobago.

Learners will also explore other primary pieces of legislation that inform terms and conditions of employment, the rights and responsibilities of employees and employers and the separation of employment.

Unit 4: Labour Laws Governing Safety and Health

The aim of this Unit is to gain a thorough understanding of the primary pieces of legislation governing safety and health in the workplace. Learners will expand their understanding of the provisions of these statutes and improve their ability to correctly apply relevant provisions to the workplace.

Unit 5: Labour Laws Governing Equal Opportunity and Discrimination

Explore the concepts of equal opportunity and diversity through an overview of two (2) pieces of legislation governing these principles. These concepts are crucial for increasing business efficiency, productivity and sustainability by effectively harnessing the best possible mix of experiences, skills, perspectives and strengths available to a workplace.

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Professional Certificate in Labour Laws in Trinidad and Tobago (EduQual Level 4)

This course is an advanced study of the practical application of labour laws in T&T. Participants will become proficient in handling real-world matters relating to drafting essential documents, resolving disputes, understanding Court protocol and preparing for and appearing before the Industrial Court.

Pre-requisites: Persons should be able to demonstrate prior studies in labour law, for example, the ESC's Certificate in Labour Law, or other equivalent experience in labour law and industrial relations. Attorneys-at-Law can also gain entry to this Course.
Price: $5,995.00 plus VAT

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Course Objectives

Upon completion of this Course, learners should be able to:

Exhibit significant improvements in their understanding, and ability to interpret and
apply relevant statutes governing Industrial Relations and Human Resource
Management;
Enhance their ability to conduct or manage any disciplinary matter in the workplace
through a thorough understanding of the relevant processes and procedures;
Develop a thorough understanding and appreciation of Court protocol and process,
and;
Demonstrate their capacity to effectively present matters before a Tribunal and the
Industrial Court of Trinidad and Tobago.

Overview of Units

Unit 1: The Principles and Practices of Good Industrial Relations

At the end of this unit, learners will gain a deeper understanding of the concepts, functionality and processes involved in the concept of Law, Industrial Relations and Human Resource Management.

Unit 2: The OSH Act

This unit focuses on specific provisions of the Occupational Safety and Health Act, Ch. 88:08, as a key statute affecting all workplaces and for the purpose of understanding the practice and applicability of OSH in the workplace.

Note: This Unit includes a practical element - Completing a practical assignment which centres around the principle of Occupational Safety and Health.

Unit 3: Statutory Benefits

Essential insights for understanding how benefits under four (4) statutory instruments are calculated and applied in the workplace: Workmen's Compensation, Maternity Benefits, Severance Benefits and Common Law Benefits.

Unit 4: Workplace Dismissals

The aim of this unit is to understand the high cost of dismissals and be able to define, state and implement proper procedures and processes for dismissals in keeping with Natural Justice principles and good industrial relations practice.

Unit 5: Representation and Advocacy before an Employment Tribunal

Gain a fundamental understanding of what the High Court and Industrial Court of Trinidad and Tobago require from practitioners when appearing and presenting matters and the intricacies involved in the management of such matters, with particular emphasis on the procedures and protocols to be followed.

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Location ONLINE Only via Zoom and the ECA's e-Campus

For further details please contact:
Mrs. Shantala Reece Whiteman
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1(868) 675-6026 Ext 248

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Meeting credentials are shared one (1) day before the programme start date
Sessions will be conducted online via the ZOOM Meeting platform

PAYMENT DETAILS

Electronic payment can be made by Online Bank Transfer, to the Employers Solution Centre, via Republic Bank account number 290-457-289-901 (Branch: Tragarete Road, Port of Spain). We encourage the use of this facility at this time. Please send us a copy of your transaction receipt/confirmation.

Payment is also accepted via cheque, Linx/Credit Card (in office), and Cash (please provide exact change.