Introduction to Employee Relations and U.S. Labor Law

This course provides a comprehensive introduction to employee relations and the fundamentals of labor law. Participants will learn about the legal framework governing employment relationships, best practices for managing employee issues, and strategies for maintaining positive workplace relations.

Key topics include:

• Overview of employment laws and regulations

• Employee rights and employer responsibilities

• Handling employee complaints and grievances

• Basics of performance management and disciplinary procedures

• Introduction to labor unions and collective bargaining

• Workplace discrimination and harassment prevention

• Managing leaves of absence and accommodations

• Best practices for documentation and record-keeping

• Conflict resolution techniques

• Ethics in employee relations

  
  

Through case studies, role-playing exercises, and group discussions, participants will gain practical skills in handling common employee relations issues while staying compliant with labor laws.

This course is ideal for new HR professionals, small business owners, and managers who want to understand the basics of employee relations and labor law compliance.