CIPD Certificate in Employment Relations, Law and Practice (CERLAP)

The Certificate in Employment Relations, Law and Practice (CERLAP) programme has been designed to introduce delegates to the key elements of employment law and practice. It is a Level 3 qualification based on CIPD's foundation level professional standards and delivers the skills and competencies required by today's HR professionals.

Who should attend the CIPD Certificate in Employment Relations, Law and Practice (CERLAP) course?

This employment relations course will benefit HR officers, advisers and administrators or anyone who provides support in key areas of employment law in their organisation, as well as anyone embarking on a career in HR. No formal prior qualifications are required; however, candidates will need to have a level of numeracy, literacy and IT skills to enable them to participate and complete the assessments.

What are the benefits of attending CIPD Certificate in Employment Relations, Law and Practice (CERLAP) training?

Completion of the CERLAP will enable delegates to:

• demonstrate a wide range of knowledge and practical skills in employment practices
• confidently provide employment law advice to colleagues and managers
• understand the wider context of employment practices

How is the CIPD Certificate in Employment Relations, Law and Practice (CERLAP) course structured?

Twelve taught days (one per month) plus four workbooks to be completed in delegates' own time. CIPD recommends 240 hours study time to complete the course. This includes all taught sessions, reading and completion of all assignments.

CERLAP is delivered by professional tutors with established HR practitioner experience. Sessions feature guest slots delivered by employment law solicitors, barristers and HR and employee relations teams. Group size is deliberately restricted to ensure maximum participation. Delivery is through a mixture of methods and involves delegates in group exercises and discussions. Training is practical and applied rather than just theory from a text book.

Key topics in the CIPD Certificate in Employment Relations, Law and Practice (CERLAP) course

Four modules:

• Employment law in a business context
• Setting up employment contracts
• Managing the employment relationship
• Managing an exit from employment

Assessment

• Written project proposal
• Two written reports (1,500–2,000 words each)
• Two practical assignments
• A work-based project (3,000–3,500 words)
• Learning logs
• Portfolio

Audience: HR Professionals