Employment Law Essentials (ER101)

Course Overview 

Master the fundamentals of New Zealand employment law with this comprehensive foundation course. Employment Law Essentials (ER101) transforms complex legal requirements into practical, actionable knowledge that you can immediately apply in your workplace. Whether you're navigating your first HR challenge or seeking to strengthen your legal foundation, this course delivers the essential knowledge every business professional needs to operate confidently within New Zealand's employment framework. 

Who Should Attend: 

This course is specifically designed for: 

• HR Coordinators and Administrators who need solid legal grounding to excel in their roles 
• Line Managers in SMEs juggling multiple responsibilities including people management 
• Office Administrators in smaller organisations handling HR duties alongside other functions 
• Recruiters transitioning into broader HR generalist positions 
• Business Owners wanting to understand their legal obligations and protect their organisations 
• Career Changers entering the HR profession who need foundational knowledge 

What's Covered:

This course provides fundamental knowledge and awareness across key employment law areas: 

• Legal Framework & Context: How employment law operates within the workplace, including the Employment Relations Act, Holidays Act, and good faith obligations 
• Multi-Faceted Legal Landscape: Recognition of the many different areas of law that apply to employment relationships and their interconnections 
• Behavioral Expectations: Understanding how employers and employees are meant to behave in the employment relationship, including rights, duties, and professional conduct 
• Dispute Resolution: What happens when employers and employees disagree and how issues are resolved through proper channels 
• Practical Applications: Recruitment practices, employment agreements, onboarding processes, holiday pay calculations, and workplace policies 
• Research & Advisory Skills: How to refer to legislation effectively and when and how to seek further specialist advice 

What You’ll Achieve: 

Immediate Practical Value: 

• Confidence in Decision-Making: Make informed HR decisions backed by solid legal understanding 
• Risk Mitigation:Identify and address potential employment law issues before they become costly problems 
• Resource Mastery: Become self-sufficient in finding reliable information and solutions 
• Professional Credibility:Demonstrate competence in employment law fundamentals to colleagues and management 
• Enhanced Skill Set: Add valuable employment law expertise to your professional toolkit 
• Career Progression: Position yourself for advancement with essential HR knowledge 

Why Register: 

• Avoid Costly Compliance Mistakes: Employment law errors cost New Zealand businesses millions annually. This course protects your organisation from expensive personal grievance claims and compliance penalties. 
• Immediate Practical Value: Apply your learning from day one. The course cost is easily offset by avoiding just one legal consultation or compliance mistake. 
• Expert-Led Training: Learn from experienced professionals who've successfully guided hundreds of organisations through employment law challenges. 
• Advance Your Career: Join the professionals who've enhanced their careers and earning potential by mastering employment law fundamentals. 

Learner Testimonial:  

Fantastic session, facilitated by a professional facilitator with time for robust discussion.