Course overview
Advance your career path in employment law with this applied learning Diploma in Employment Law. Gain an in-depth knowledge of key employment legislation and a comprehensive understanding of case law and its application on this accredited programme.
Ibec Academy’s Employment Law course is widely acknowledged as Ireland’s number one learning experience of its kind. We use our extensive knowledge and expertise to guide you through how to apply the legislation in your industry and business.
What you'll learn
- Acquire the ability to look at all situations with a critical eye to ensure that they can deal with a range of employment law issues that arise in their organisations
- Understand the pitfalls of not complying with the legislation
- Have the ability to ensure that all policies and procedures that they have in place comply with employment law
- Have an in-depth knowledge of key areas of employment legislation
- Gain confidence and knowledge to answer any queries regarding employment law that may arise in the organisation
- Manage queries with confidence from staff in the area of employment law
Recognition
Study method
- Blended
- In-class
- Online
Locations
- Dublin
Duration study load
- 12 sessions
Professional recognition
Accredited by: Technological University Dublin
Assessment
This programme is accredited by TU Dublin at CPD Level 6 NFQ (20 ECTS). To achieve accreditation, this course is assessed by exam and assignment submissions. Individual assessments are an integral part of the programme and count towards end-of-year results as follows:
- Exam – 50%
- Project (3,500 – 4,500 words) – 20%
- Assignment -20%
- Learning journal and class participation – 10%
70% attendance is required.
Testimonials
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Rebecca LumsdenCPD Diploma in Employment Law"I attended the CPD Diploma in Employment Law programme at Ibec and found it very well structured, highly relevant and very enjoyable. It is directly applicable to my role and very worth doing. I would highly recommend it."
Start dates
- Tue 14 Oct 2025 | 09:30 – 16:30 | Ibec, Dublin Head Office
- Tue 4 Nov 2025 | 09:30 – 16:30 | Online
- Tue 18 Nov 2025 | 09:30 – 16:30 | Online
- Tue 2 Dec 2025 | 09:30 – 16:30 | Ibec, Dublin Head Office
- Tue 9 Dec 2025 | 09:30 – 16:30 | Online
- Tue 13 Jan 2026 | 09:30 – 16:30 | Online
- Tue 27 Jan 2026 | 09:30 – 16:30 | Online
- Tue 10 Feb 2026 | 09:30 – 16:30 | Ibec, Dublin Head Office
- Tue 24 Feb 2026 | 09:30 – 16:30 | Online
- Tue 10 Mar 2026 | 09:30 – 16:30 | Online
- Tue 24 Mar 2026 | 09:30 – 16:30 | Online
- Tue 14 Apr 2026 | 09:30 – 16:30 | Ibec, Dublin Head Office
Delivery
Delivery Style
- Programme starting 19 March 2025 – Blended [4 days classroom (19 March 2025, 07 May 2025, 10 September 2025, 12 November 2025) / 8 days online]. Venue for classroom days: Ibec, 84-86 Lower Baggot Street, Dublin 2
- Programme starting 15 May 2025 – Online
- Programme starting 14 October 2025 – Blended [4 days classroom (14 Oct 2025, 02 December 2025, 10 Feb 2026, 14 Apr 2026) / 8 days online]. Venue for classroom days: Ibec, 84-86 Lower Baggot Street, Dublin 2
- Programme starting 13 November 2025 – Online
Approach
This programme is delivered over a series of 12 full-day sessions spread over 7-9 months to fit in with a full-time work schedule. Activities and case studies are used throughout the programme to apply the learning in a real way.
The programme is delivered by experienced Ibec trainers who provide members with advice, consultancy and training on a daily basis. The programme leader encourages group discussion and involvement throughout each session, encouraging questions & discussion of real workplace issues.
Best practice examples in all areas of Employment Law will be highlighted and discussed throughout the programme. Students get access to the new Ibec Academy portal for all material and their course schedule.
Who's it for?
Participants who are looking for a comprehensive knowledge and understanding of the whole area of employment law and those contemplating a career in people management, human resource management, and related areas, by focusing on the need for compliance with employment law.
Those who have completed a Certificate in Employment Law, as well as those with several years of experience, who would like to gain an accredited award.
Subjects
- Sources of employment law
- Role of the players and institutions in Ireland
- Current employment legislation
- Restrictions on those who can work in Ireland, including non-Irish Nationals and young people
- Juries Act 1976
- What is a contract of employment?
- What is the difference between a contract “of” and a contract “for” employment?
- Terms of Employment (Information) Acts, 1994 and 2014
- National Minimum Wage, 2000 – 2015
- Payment of Wages Act, 1991
- Workplace Relations Commission
- The Labour Court
- Nine categories of workers
- What is discrimination?
- Discrimination – from recruitment to termination of employment
- Equal pay
- Redress
- Fixed-term workers
- Part-time workers
- Temporary agency workers
- Zero-hour contracts
- Managing the poor performer
- When is a disciplinary action necessary?
- Rules for terminating an employee’s contract of employment
- Third-party involvement
- The Unfair Dismissals Acts, 1977 – 2015
- Maternity Protection Acts, 1994 and 2004
- Adoptive Leave Acts, 1995 and 2005.
- Carers Leave Act, 2001
- Parental Leave Acts, 1998 – 2006
- Paternity Leave and Benefits Act 2016
- Development of industrial relations in Ireland
- Trade unions, collective bargaining, and trade disputes
- Defining bullying and harassment at work
- Investigating a complaint
- Dignity at work policy
- Preventing an issue from arising
- Exclusions from this legislation
- Rest periods necessary
- Public holiday entitlements
- Annual leave entitlements
- Record-keeping requirements
- Protection of Employment Acts, 1977 – 2014
- Redundancy Payments Acts, 1967 – 2014
- Protection of Employment (Exceptional Collective Redundancies and Related Matters) Act, 2007
- Data Protection Acts, 1988 and 2003
- The data protection principles
- The responsibilities of the data controller
- Dealing with a data request
- The Data Protection Commissioner
- Data protection and references
- GDPR
- Safety, Health and Welfare at Work Act, 2005
- Obligations under the Act
- Role of the safety representative
- Safety statements and risk assessments
- Protective and preventative measures
- Legal redress
- What is workplace stress?
- Employers responsibilities
- Preventative measures
- Managing stress
- Dealing with a stress-related illness
- Protected Disclosures Act 2014
- Transfer of undertakings
- Information and consultation obligations
About Ibec Academy
We are the specialists who deal with the thorny issues faced by employers every day in key areas such as Human Resource Management, Industrial Relations, Employee Relations, Management, Employment Law, and Occupational Safety and Health.
We advise and represent companies in these areas every day, and this knowledge and practical know-how then informs all of the programmes we design and run.
The learning is based on real examples, which teach you how to get things right the first time and avoid mistakes that are costly and time-consuming to resolve. Our facilitators are experts in their fields, which brings the learning to life and gives participants practical takeaways, insights, and action plans that can be implemented in the workplace.
