HRAC 002 - Employee and Labour Relations

This course delivers the legislative and regulatory standards required for HR practice in employee and labour relations. It is an introduction to the economic, political, legal and social aspects of union-management and employee relations. We will explore contemporary issues in labour relations, legislations and union organization and structure.

Designed for human resource professionals, managers and leaders who manage, recruit, hire, discipline, dismiss, or promote and support employees in an organization. Learn the legislation, regulations, and standards relevant to employment and Human Resource Management in Canada and Yukon, including: Human Rights, Employment Standards, Occupational Health and Safety Acts and their relevance to both unionized and non-unionized workplaces.

Who should enroll

This course is well-suited for:

  • HR Professionals
  • Managers and Leaders
  • Business Owners
  • Employee Relations Specialists

This course is designed for anyone involved in or interested in managing and supporting employees, especially within the context of Canadian and Yukon employment laws and regulations.

Learning outcomes

By the end of this course. participant will:

  • Analyze employee and labour relations concepts and apply them in workplace contexts.
  • Accurately interpret and apply relevant Canadian legislation, collective agreements, and organizational policies to real-world scenarios.
  • Develop strategies to support effective employee and labour relations aligned with organizational culture and HR practice.
  • Examine and articulate the implications of employment and human rights issues within the workplace.
  • Develop and apply effective negotiation skills and strategies in the context of employee and labour relations.
  • Engage in practical exercises to handle difficult employee and labour relations conversations with confidence and professionalism.
Duration and format

Duration       15 hours

Format           Face-to-face, synchronous

CPHR alignment

This course supports development in the following CPHR competency areas:

  • 1.1 Employee and Labour Relations
  • 1.3 Inclusion, Diversity and Human Connections

Learning activities focus on applied HR practice, including policy interpretation, conflict resolution, and managing employee relationships in workplace contexts.

This course aligns with the CPHR Competency Framework and supports development in key HR competency areas. It may be eligible for Continuing Professional Development (CPD) hours.

Withdrawals and refunds
NON-CREDIT COURSE REFUND POLICY


Withdrawal 7 days prior to course start time: Full Refund
Withdrawal after 7 days: No Refund

Please refer to the Tuition Refund policy.

This policy applies to all students taking credit courses at Yukon University and all noncredit students taking courses through the Continuing Studies division with Yukon University.

CRN Instructional method Instructor Location Start date Seats available* Cost
90459 Face-to-face Synchronous Rita Koeller Whitehorse (Ayamdigut)
11
Cost: $499.00
Tax: $24.95
Class schedule
Start date End date Room Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday Sunday
Classroom - Face to Face C1530 - 9:00 AM - 4:30 PM 9:00 AM - 4:30 PM - - - -

* seats available are updated nightly

Note regarding courses with listed prerequisites: Depending on the circumstances, students may be granted permission from a program advisor or the course instructor to enrol for courses in which they do not have the specified prerequisites.

Please quote the Course Reference Number (CRN) when contacting registration.