Introduction To Human Resources

New or recently appointed HR officers and managers. This course will provide a vital overview of best practice for those who are likely to be appointed to an HR role in the future or who require a general understanding of HR as part of their general responsibilities.

For those with limited or no grounding in the fundamentals of HR management this course provides an insight into key areas of recruitment, employee relations, employee development and performance management. Underpinning all of this is a framework for understanding employee rights and employer responsibilities in the context of current UK legislation. This course will provide the core knowledge to tackle HR issues and give professional advice with confidence.

• Tried and tested recruitment and selection methods

• Strengthened employee relations through applying the correct policies and procedures

• The capability to handle disciplinary and grievance matters professionally and ethically

• Best practice in human relations management to increase employee morale, productivity and engagement

• The knowledge required to protect your organisation from potential litigation

• Know the vital skill sets for today’s HR professional

• Understand how HR strategy supports organisational strategy

• Clarify your areas of responsibility

• Plan and execute a successful recruitment strategy

• Employ best practice selection techniques

• Understand the use of competencies to select and appraise staff

• Manage employee relations effectively

• Handle disciplinary matters decisively

• Initiate and terminate employment contracts within legal boundaries

• Understand key employment law issues

• Improve communication across your organisation

• Develop your employees by implementing lifelong learning

• Heighten performance through measurement and reward

• Validate and evaluate job roles

• Record keeping and the Data Protection Act

• Harness equal opportunities and make the most of a diverse workforce

All of our courses are worth 6 hours of CPD per day.

This was another really well run course. Anne had all the characteristics I like in a trainer. Positive, charismatic, informed, fair and enthusiastic (to name a few). “

- Claire Johnson

Construction Products Association