This QQI Employment Law course is designed to enable the learner to gain an in depth understanding of the Legislative Environment in which a modern business must survive. Learners will be aware of and be able to apply the Legislation that applies to their particular area of business.
It is designed to equip participants with knowledge of the component parts of employment law and an appreciation of how employment law principles work in practice. In addition, candidates who successfully complete this module will develop an in-depth understanding of the statutory frameworks which regulate the employer/employee relationship.
Learners who successfully complete this course will:
| College | The Open College |
| Course ID | 125141 |
| Location Postcode | Dublin 18 |
| Course Type | Online Learning |
| Course Qualification | Level 6 Advanced Certificate |
| Awarding Body | QQI |
| Awarding Body Details | QQI Level 6 component Certificate in Employment Law (6N4322). |
| Course Duration | 8 weeks |
| Course Time | This QQI Employment Law 6N4322 course is completed through Distance Learning Course and there are no lectures to attend. Students can complete this course within 8 weeks which is ample time and can start it at any time of the year that is convenient. |
| Course Fee | 359 |
| Entry Requirements | Level 5 or equivalent in a relevant subject area (Business / Management) and/or relevant practical experience (3 years minimum) – Please ask about our requirements surrounding Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) for entry. Mature students (over 23 years) may be exempt from the above prerequisites. English Language Requirement: Students entering programmes leading to awards at Level 6 are expected to be able to: fluently read, draft, prepare and understand complex information, including quantitative information, that is personally relevant and reflecting a broad knowledge base. For example, this might include text and other information relating to abstract theoretical ideas, concerns or procedures, such as local planning concerns in relation to broader spatial strategy, political issues in relation to particular agenda, budget plans/ specifications. Learners undertaking this programme must have basic IT skills and access to the necessary equipment to enable them to undertake an online programme: computer, broadband, email, Microsoft, recording equipment necessary for some skills demonstration tasks, and where applicable any other specialised software/equipment. As this programme is delivered through distance learning or eLearning, students must be capable of studying on their own initiative. |
| Career Path | Who should complete this course? Students who wish to obtain a general understanding of Employment Law principles and to enable them to appreciate the role of the law in their Business or work place environment, Business Owners looking to up skill their knowledge on all Employment Law and Legislations, People who wish to gain a professional, internationally recognised qualification in Law by distance learning. |
| Course Code | 6N4322 |

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