This two-day course is designed for TAFE Union Representatives, Aspiring Representatives and TAFE Committee Delegates.
The training will provide fundamental knowledge and skills that enable effective union leadership in the workplace.
Please note: SSTUWA may fund travel and accommodation expenses for currently elected representatives outside the metropolitan area. Each regional application will be assessed by the Education and Training Centre Coordinator for funding approval. All flight and accommodation bookings will be made by the SSTUWA upon approval of your travel request. We will be in contact with you once the event has been confirmed based on the minimum number requirements. Please do not book your own flights.
Outcomes
During the course participants will:
Explore and navigate the TAFE General Agreement.
Develop an in-depth understanding of clauses that affect TAFE members.
Practice skills and develop strategies to represent, advocate, manage and lead members at their workplace.
Explore support structures and legal processes that lead to dispute resolution.
Plan how to better manage union business at their workplace.
Explore the structure and operations of the Joint Consultative Committee.
Costs
$Nil: Members Only
Hospitality
Morning tea and lunch provided.
Facilitator
Ramona Mitussis - TAFE Organiser SSTUWA
Nominated Audience
TAFE Union Reps, Aspiring Union Reps, TAFE Committee Delegates
Trade union training leave
TAFE
Members in TAFE colleges are eligible for five days of paid leave per year to attend trade union training (TUT). To comply with TUT leave requirements applicants must:
Submit applications to manager through your normal leave application process. You will be applying for Trade Union Training Leave of 7.5 hours per day.
Provide manager with a printed copy of the course program attached to this form.
Be nominated by the SSTUWA. See “nominated audience” on the attached course program.
