Module Descriptors
INTRODUCTION TO EMPLOYMENT ADVICE (DL)
XSWK40087
Key Facts
Faculty of Health Sciences
Level 4
15 credits
Hours of Study
Scheduled Learning and Teaching Activities: 30
Independent Study Hours: 120
Total Learning Hours: 150
Assessment
- ASSIGNMENT weighted at 25%
- ASSIGNMENT - SECOND ASSIGNMENT weighted at 75%
Module Details
Module Additional Assessment Details
1. A short answer test (carrying 25% of aggregate marks) which will assess knowledge of matters such as jurisdiction; qualification requirements;
payment entitlements; compensation limits etc (learning outcomes 2, 3, 4, 5)
(Maximum 500 words)
and
2. One case study/problem based question (carrying 75% of aggregate marks) assessing learning outcomes 1-5 ( Maximum 2000 words)
payment entitlements; compensation limits etc (learning outcomes 2, 3, 4, 5)
(Maximum 500 words)
and
2. One case study/problem based question (carrying 75% of aggregate marks) assessing learning outcomes 1-5 ( Maximum 2000 words)
Module Texts
1 Duddington, J, Employment Law (Pearson Education/Longman) (2003, or later edition);
or
2 Painter, R.W. and Puttick, K., (with Holmes, A.E.M.) Employment Right (2004 Edition, London: Pluto Press)
Reference may also be made to the following texts on specific aspects of the subject:
1. McColgan, A Discrimination Law: Text and Materials (Oxford: Hart Publishing) (discrimination)
2. Child Poverty Action Group?s Welfare Benefits & Tax Credits Handbook 2004/5 (or later editions) (on in-work welfare and support)
or
2 Painter, R.W. and Puttick, K., (with Holmes, A.E.M.) Employment Right (2004 Edition, London: Pluto Press)
Reference may also be made to the following texts on specific aspects of the subject:
1. McColgan, A Discrimination Law: Text and Materials (Oxford: Hart Publishing) (discrimination)
2. Child Poverty Action Group?s Welfare Benefits & Tax Credits Handbook 2004/5 (or later editions) (on in-work welfare and support)
Module Learning Strategies
The focus of this award is on a mix of independent as well as directed study. There is an opportunity to undertake a range of collaborative work with other participants on-line.
Contact Hours (30) on this module this means your on-screen hours engaging with the online study materials contained within the `Course Information?, `Course Documents? `Communication? and `Assignments? sections of the module virtual learning environment (VLE).
Independent Study (120) means on-line and off-line activity including working on tasks/exercises/activities and within the discussion forums, relevant background/supplementary reading, and assessment preparation and completion.
This module will be delivered by the use of a VLE `Blackboard?.
The VLE `Blackboard? will provide a structured environment for progressing through this module. The `Course Information? section contains essential module information, the award handbook, the module descriptor and a section, which contains the aims and objectives of the module. The `Course Documents? section contains all the study material necessary to complete the module, together with activities associated with this material. Within the `Communications? section there are a number of forums, which will enable interactive, asynchronous discussion, which supports student learning and allows for formative assessment of individual progress..
Participants are encouraged to communicate with the tutor and their fellow students using email, telephone, the discussion forums and the bulletin board in the gateway and to do so if there are matters needing assistance and support.
Web-based material will be utilised to support all aspects of the module, providing links to latest Government information and latest case law and legislation.
As this is a distance learning award, participants will need to adopt a disciplined approach to study and work for example by ensuring that activities, tasks and assignments are completed within specified time limits and that discussion with others takes place.
Contact Hours (30) on this module this means your on-screen hours engaging with the online study materials contained within the `Course Information?, `Course Documents? `Communication? and `Assignments? sections of the module virtual learning environment (VLE).
Independent Study (120) means on-line and off-line activity including working on tasks/exercises/activities and within the discussion forums, relevant background/supplementary reading, and assessment preparation and completion.
This module will be delivered by the use of a VLE `Blackboard?.
The VLE `Blackboard? will provide a structured environment for progressing through this module. The `Course Information? section contains essential module information, the award handbook, the module descriptor and a section, which contains the aims and objectives of the module. The `Course Documents? section contains all the study material necessary to complete the module, together with activities associated with this material. Within the `Communications? section there are a number of forums, which will enable interactive, asynchronous discussion, which supports student learning and allows for formative assessment of individual progress..
Participants are encouraged to communicate with the tutor and their fellow students using email, telephone, the discussion forums and the bulletin board in the gateway and to do so if there are matters needing assistance and support.
Web-based material will be utilised to support all aspects of the module, providing links to latest Government information and latest case law and legislation.
As this is a distance learning award, participants will need to adopt a disciplined approach to study and work for example by ensuring that activities, tasks and assignments are completed within specified time limits and that discussion with others takes place.
Module Resources
? Computer with capacity for Internet access and a CD Rom drive
? Key texts
? Key texts
Module Special Admissions Requirements
Nil
Module Indicative Content
The aim of this module is to develop a basic understanding of Employment Law.
The module will cover the following areas in outline in line with the CLS Quality Mark Standard for Generalist Help:
1 Identifying a client's employment status
Statutory and Contractual Employment Rights - written particulars; equal pay; maternity and paternity rights; deductions from wages; sick pay;
National Minimum Wage; holiday entitlements; working hours; health and safety; trade union rights; the right not to be discriminated against (race,
sex, disability)
2 Rights on losing a job- statutory notice of dismissal; written statement of reasons for dismissal; wrongful dismissal; unfair dismissal (including
constructive dismissal); redundancy; dismissals related to a transfer of undertaking
3 Enforcing rights while employed- express terms; implied terms; collective agreements; custom and practice; variation of terms; breach
4 Enforcing rights at the end of employment- the roles of ACAS, EOC, CRE (or body that will replace these organisations); and the jurisdiction and
remedies available from the Employment Tribunal and County Court
6 A summary of relevant benefits, including for those who find themselves unemployed
The module will cover the following areas in outline in line with the CLS Quality Mark Standard for Generalist Help:
1 Identifying a client's employment status
Statutory and Contractual Employment Rights - written particulars; equal pay; maternity and paternity rights; deductions from wages; sick pay;
National Minimum Wage; holiday entitlements; working hours; health and safety; trade union rights; the right not to be discriminated against (race,
sex, disability)
2 Rights on losing a job- statutory notice of dismissal; written statement of reasons for dismissal; wrongful dismissal; unfair dismissal (including
constructive dismissal); redundancy; dismissals related to a transfer of undertaking
3 Enforcing rights while employed- express terms; implied terms; collective agreements; custom and practice; variation of terms; breach
4 Enforcing rights at the end of employment- the roles of ACAS, EOC, CRE (or body that will replace these organisations); and the jurisdiction and
remedies available from the Employment Tribunal and County Court
6 A summary of relevant benefits, including for those who find themselves unemployed