1. One multiple choice test (carrying 20% of aggregate marks) which will be specifically designed to test knowledge of matters such as jurisdiction; qualification requirements; payment entitlements; compensation limits etc (i.e. assessing learning outcomes 2,3,4,5)
(250 words)

2. One case study/problem question (carrying 80% of aggregate marks) which will be designed to assess learning outcomes 1-6 ( Maximum 1,750 words)

Painter, R.W., Holmes, A.E.M. and Migdal, J., Cases and Materials on Employment Law, 3rd Edition, London: Blackstone Press, 2000
Painter, R.W., Puttick, K., (with Holmes, A.E.M., Employment Rights: A Reference Handbook, 2nd Edition, London: Pluto Press, 1998

- Computer with capacity for LLS and WWW Employment Law software package;
- NACAB's information system
- Module handbook

Contact Hours on this module means your on-screen hours engaging with Lotus Learning Space activities for the main section of the module

Independent Study means on-line and off-line activity including work in the Media Centre, relevant background reading, and assessment preparation and completion.

This module will be delivered by a variety of electronic means:
Lotus Learning Space (LLS) will provide a structured environment for progressing through this module. The Schedule contains an overview of each topic, whilst the Media Centre contains a rich source of extracts from the relevant case law and statutory provisions. The LLS Course room will enable interactive, asynchronous discussion on the eight exercises which support student learning and allow for formative assessment of individual progress. The LLS assessment features will be utilised for the multiple choice summative assessment component.

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.

Development of Skills

Intellectual Skills will be developed by encouraging students to engage with the main themes of the module and to participate in the course room discussion which will support and develop students' knowledge and understanding of the subject. These skills will be assessed in a multiple choice test and a case study assignment.
Problem Solving Number Skills will be developed through the course room activities, and assessed in the multiple choice test and a case study assignment.
I.T Skills will be developed by using email and LLS and assessed through its multiple choice testing facility.
Written Communication Skills will be developed through the interactive course room activities and assessed in the assignment.

A LANGUAGE TEST - WRITING length 250 weighted at 20%. A CASE STUDY NOT IN EXAMINATION CONDITIONS length 1750 weighted at 80%.

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 C.L.S Quality Mark Standard for Generalist Help:
- 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)
- 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
- Enforcing rights while employed- express terms; implied terms; collective agreements; custom and practice; variation of terms; breach
- Enforcing rights at the end of employment- the roles of ACAS, EOC, CRE; the jurisdiction and remedies available from the Employment Tribunal and County Court
- A summary of benefits for those who find themselves unemployed

After completing this module, you should be able to:
1. Identify the client's employment status, and circumstances where status may be unclear
2. Distinguish between the employee's statutory and contractual rights
3. Demonstrate a basic knowledge of legal rights of termination of employment
4. Establish what barriers and potential difficulties make it difficult for clients to enforce their rights
5. Be aware of the range of organisations in the employment field that may be able to help the client
6. Use the NACAB information system to help and advise clients in employment matters
7. The above will satisfy CLSQMS requirements of 1,2,3,4,5,6,7 & 8