10 day courses

This course is aimed at union officials and experienced union representatives.

Trade unions have always been at the forefront of the drive for equality and inclusion at work, whether through the struggle for equal pay, through tackling sectarianism, racism, sexism, homophobia, and other forms of prejudice. The course will look at all aspects of inequality in the workplace, including social and economic, and focus on developing strategies to effect positive change.

The course will include:

This stage 2 course is a necessary progression for health and safety reps.

Course content includes:

• Building a Safe and Healthy Workplace
• Trade Union Health and Safety Organisation
• Trade Unions Keeping up to date on Health and Safety
• Trade Unions Effecting Change in Health and Safety
• Health and Safety Representatives – Expanding Skills
   

This course will cover the essential knowledge of the role and skills including organising and an understanding of health and safety legislation and how this can be interpreted for the workplace.

This course aims to deepen the understanding of concepts raised in the stage 1 course and providing guidance on the practical application and development of rep’s skills.

The course includes:

• Employment Law for Trade Union Representatives
• Negotiating Employment Rights at Work
• Trade Union Approach to Employment Rights
   

This course for union reps and shop stewards focuses on the essential information, employment rights and skills that will be needed in the workplace.

This includes understanding union structures, representing members, grievance and discipline and negotiation at work.