Working effectively with trade unions

This training course provides practical guidance on how to build constructive relationships with trade unions.

The training is delivered in collaboration with the CIPD. You'll get valuable insights from the leading professional body for HR and personal development.

Book working effectively with trade unions on the Acas training website

Who it's for

This course will benefit HR professionals and managers with experience working with trade unions.

For example, you might be involved in:

  • improving employee relations
  • managing consultations, negotiations or collective bargaining

What you'll learn

During the course, you will learn about:

  • recognising and working with trade unions including maintaining a collaborative relationship
  • how law changes will affect working with trade unions
  • how consultations and collective bargaining work in practice
  • how to approach negotiations to get the best outcome
  • the legal duty to disclose information and the Acas Code of Practice
  • how to improve relationships after conflict at work

How it works

This is a one-day course delivered online and facilitated by Acas and the CIPD.

The session includes:

  • case studies exploring different ways to prevent disputes at work
  • group discussions and polls
  • opportunities to ask questions and gain practical insights

On completing the course, you'll get a digital certificate. We'll also share a copy of the training slides.

Cost

£530 per person.

How to book

You can book your place on the Acas training website.

Book working effectively with trade unions on the Acas training website