UK Employment Law

Employment law shapes every stage of the working relationship, and UK organisations rely on individuals who understand their legal obligations towards staff, from recruitment through to dismissal. Employers across HR, recruitment, and office management value professionals who can apply this knowledge confidently in day-to-day workplace decisions.

The UK Employment Law course builds the practical knowledge and professional understanding needed to navigate employment obligations with confidence. Suitable for those entering HR or people-management roles and for existing professionals wishing to strengthen their workplace capability, this CPD course is relevant to roles including HR assistant, recruitment coordinator, office manager, learning and development officer, and employee relations advisor, with salaries typically ranging from £20,000 to £45,000 per year.

The curriculum covers legal recruitment processes, employment contracts, employee handbooks, disciplinary procedures, national minimum wage, parental rights and sick pay, workplace discrimination, health and safety, dismissal and grievances, and workplace monitoring and data protection. Two free bonus courses are also included: KYC and Customer Due Diligence, and Internal Auditing.

Enrol today and build the professional confidence and employment law expertise to take your next step in HR and people management.

Key Highlights

• Achieve 10 CPD points
• CPD-accredited certification
• Understand Employment Contracts and the Legal Recruitment Process
• Explore Discrimination, Equality, and Workplace Rights
• Develop Awareness of Disciplinary Procedures, Dismissal, and Tribunals
• Flexible, self-paced online learning

Gift Courses

• Course 01: KYC and Customer Due Diligence
• Course 02: Internal Auditing

What You’ll Learn

• Understand the basic principles and framework of UK Employment Law
• Explore the legal recruitment process and fair hiring principles
• Recognise the key elements of employment contracts and employee handbooks
• Understand disciplinary procedures and the Acas framework
• Explore National Minimum Wage, National Living Wage, and pay entitlements
• Develop awareness of parental rights, sick pay, and pension schemes
• Recognise discrimination in the workplace under the Equality Act 2010
• Understand health and safety responsibilities and workplace monitoring principles

Why Study with Learnera?

• CPD-Accredited Learning
• Up-to-Date Learning Materials
• Flexible Online Study
• Career-Focused Training
• Globally Recognised Certification
• Unlimited Free Retakes Exam
• Recognised Certification

Accreditation and Recognition

Learnera’s UK Employment Law course provides 10 CPD points. UK Employment Law is fully CPD-accredited, giving you recognised evidence of your commitment to professional development. Designed to strengthen your knowledge of employment contracts, workplace rights, and HR compliance, the course can enhance your CV and demonstrate your willingness to keep developing professionally. In today’s competitive job market, this additional training can help you build a stronger profile, stand out to potential employers, and pursue suitable HR, employee relations, and compliance opportunities. It can also support your long-term career growth by helping you expand your skill set, increase your professional confidence, and prepare for greater responsibilities and progression within your chosen field. This course provides evidence of successful completion of professional-development learning in UK employment law; it is not a legal qualification, CIPD qualification, or equivalent to formal HR or legal training.

Assessment and Certification

Put your learning into practice and show what you have achieved with confidence. Your progress is assessed through an online multiple-choice Mock Exam and Final Assessment, with a 60% pass mark and instant results. You can retake the assessment free of charge, giving you the opportunity to strengthen your understanding and complete UK Employment Law at your own pace.

Once you pass, you can order a CPD Accredited Digital or Printed Certificate along with your Transcript as evidence of your learning and continued professional development. These documents can be added to your CV, LinkedIn profile, professional portfolio, or job applications, helping you demonstrate your commitment to developing relevant employment-law knowledge and building a stronger professional profile in today’s competitive job market.

The regular price of the Digital Certificate is £12.99, while the Printed Certificate is £24.99. For a limited time, you can enjoy 30% off your certificate order, making it easier to showcase your achievement for less.

Complete your assessment, claim your certificate, and turn your learning into a credential you can proudly showcase.

Who Is This Course For?

This course is ideal for anyone looking to develop their knowledge of workplace law, strengthen their professional skills, or explore new career opportunities in HR or compliance. It is suitable for:

• Beginners with an interest in employment law and HR practice
• Professionals looking to refresh or expand their existing knowledge
• Job seekers wanting to strengthen their CV
• Individuals considering a career change into HR or compliance
• Existing workers seeking career progression
• Anyone interested in exploring roles such as HR Assistant, Recruitment Coordinator, Employee Relations Advisor, or Compliance Officer

Career Opportunities and Progression

Completing UK Employment Law can support your journey into a range of HR, recruitment, and compliance roles across the UK. A solid understanding of employment contracts, workplace rights, and disciplinary procedures is valued by employers across virtually every sector. Below are some of the relevant roles connected to this course:

• HR Assistant (£20,000–£28,000)
• Recruitment Coordinator (£22,000–£30,000)
• Office Manager (£25,000–£35,000)
• Learning and Development Officer (£28,000–£38,000)
• Employee Relations Advisor (£30,000–£42,000)
• Compliance Officer (£32,000–£45,000)

Employment law is largely reserved to Westminster for England, Scotland and Wales, while Northern Ireland has separate employment legislation and procedures in several areas. This course introduces general UK employment-law principles rather than providing legal advice, and outcomes in individual workplace situations depend on the specific facts involved.

Enrol in UK Employment Law and develop essential knowledge of employment contracts, workplace rights, and HR compliance through flexible online study.