Dismissing Fairly - E-Learning
Course content
- Overview of the key elements of a fair and lawful dismissal
- Background and summary of the law relating to unfair dismissal under Employment Rights Act 1996
- What is meant by ‘a dismissal’ and different types of dismissal (e.g. constructive dismissal and wrongful dismissal)
- Potentially fair reasons for dismissal and examples of action which is automatically unfair
- What is meant by acting reasonably and following a fair procedure
- Introduction to the ACAS Code of Practice on Disciplinary and Grievance Procedures
- Role of settlement agreements
- Legal remedies and compensation for unfair dismissal
Career progression
By completing this course delegates will:
- Understand the key elements of dismissing employees fairly and lawfully
- Be able to identify different types of dismissal
- Know the five potentially fair reasons for dismissal
- Recognise common types of automatically unfair dismissal
- Understand the basic requirements of following a fair dismissal procedure and acting reasonably
- Be aware of the ACAS Code of Practice on Disciplinary and its role in dismissal procedure
- Gain an overview what is required for a valid settlement agreement
- Understand the legal risk and potential remedies that can be awarded by an Employment Tribunal for unfair dismissal claims