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This course gives a brief overview of Industrial Relations.  It will help Union Representatives at all levels to better understand the industrial relations system in Ireland, including the Workplace Relations Commission and the Labour Court.

Completion of the course is an important step in gaining an understanding of how you can effectively recruit and organise members and the supports that are available to you.

This is an essential course for trade union activists/representatives.  It may also be useful for you to complete the course 'Your Union and You' which gives an overview of the advantages of being a member of a trade union, so that you can explain these benefits to your colleagues and potential members.

This short online course on the General Data Regulations (GDPR) 2018 aims to support our Workplace Representatives and give you an awareness of the responsibilities, which are now associated with the processing of personal sensitive data. By the end of the course, you will have a general awareness about how the legislation may impact on your role as a Workplace Representative, the rights of individuals with regards their personal data and the responsibilities of Data Controllers in relation to the processing. You will also learn the rights of accessing data, destruction of data, retention and complying with legislation in regards data breaches. 

You must complete 100% of the course to receive the certification. 

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The purpose of this course is to create a greater awareness of sexual harassment in the workplace and its impact on members. We will also focus on what members should do if they are confronted with this issue as well as the supports available to them.

This course has been developed for members and focuses on how to address bullying in the workplace.  The course explains the definition of bullying as per the new unified “Code of Practice for Employers and Employees on the Prevention and Resolution of Bullying at Work”. 

We will also provide examples of bullying and show you how to identify it as a workplace issue.

Finally, the course will take you through the general procedures for tackling bullying as well as how you can seek supports if you are affected by this issue.

Taking Action is an important step in gaining an understanding of Trade Unions and  how you can participate in union activities

This course has been designed specifically for union members who wish to become more active in their union.

Hello and welcome to our course on Climate Justice!  

I’m sure by now, you are all well aware of the climate crisis. However, what may be less known is the impact it is going to have on human life. 

This course aims to illustrate the physical, political and economic consequences of our failed action and how it disproportionately falls on those already most vulnerable. We then examine the concept of a just transition which was popularised and led by the International labour movement and Ireland’s ambition in moving from the biggest polluter to a leader in climate action. 

Finally, this is a constructive topic and includes advice on how we can each do our bit to minimise the global crisis. It covers a broad range of tips so regardless of your lifestyle, or time, there is something for everyone!

The purpose of this course is to create a greater awareness of sexual harassment in the workplace and its impact on members. We will also focus on what members should do if they are confronted with this issue as well as the supports available to them.

Understanding Trade Unions is an important step in gaining an insight into the Trade Union movement, its purpose and its relevance for members. 

This course has been designed specifically for new and non-members so that they get a better understanding of how trade unions work.

Welcome to our course on Mental Health Awareness. This course defines what mental health is, explains what a mental illness is and introduces the mental health continuum model; Introduces the five ways to well-being, which are suggestions for small changes that can have a big positive impact on your mental health. Finally, it describes how to help people who are living with a mental illness.

Welcome to our course on Mindfulness. We all know how hectic life today can be. Often we are so busy we simply forget to slow down, breathe and just be present. FSU, CWU and Mandate know the principles of mindfulness are essential for a happy and peaceful life and we want to share these with you!

The course is free - but the benefits of mindfulness are invaluable!  Give it a try and aim to incorporate even just one of the exercises into your daily life and feel the results yourself.

The purpose of this course is to create a greater awareness of mental health and well-being among our members with a particular focus on stress management at work. Your union believes it is essential to promote good mental health at work and to provide sources of information and support for our members as required. 

Microsoft Word is the world's most used word processing software and with the practical everyday examples provided in the course, learners will have a good understanding of the key functions of this essential IT program.

Being able to use spreadsheets, as well as analyse data is an essential IT skill to have. Microsoft Excel enables users to create charts and graphs to present data in compelling ways. Learners can also create spreadsheets from templates and use formulas to perform calculations on data.

Microsoft PowerPoint is presentation software that enables the user to create clear and professional slide show presentations. This course will take the learners through the basics of creating a PowerPoint Presentation as well as design and information layout.

Zoom is a cloud-based video conferencing platform that members can use for virtual meetings using video, audio, or both. 

Members can also use Zoom to stay in touch with family and friends in groups or for one on one get-togethers. In this course, we are going to show you how to use Zoom for meeting purposes. We will tell you how to download Zoom and how to make the most of it.

This is a beginner's course so we will only be using the basic functions of Zoom.