Skyrocket your Confidence at Work, Increase the Respect & Credibility your HR Contribution Deserves...
... and address the Challenges of The Employment Rights Bill with Ease
Enrol In The Virtual Employment Law Academy - Professional CPD Accredited Training You Can Achieve Alongside Your Day Job That Helps You With Your Day Job
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“An excellent course. It has given me the confidence to be able to challenge HR ‘received wisdom’ with the actual legal position, and an improved ability to assess risk.”
Andrea Cheatle
HR Professional
“I knew I had to study in this area, and it was invaluable. What I didn't expect was that it would be so interesting and entertaining. The time flew.”
Gill Knowles
Acas
“Smart, engaging and exceptionally well run programme.”
Bilwa Iyer
HR Business Partner
You do a very challenging job.
One that requires a rare blend of influential people skills and deep technical knowledge for it to be done well.
The impact you have on the business you support and on the lives of those you support is significant.
It’s hard, but no doubt rewarding work.
However the stresses and strains do take their toll.
You probably put more time and effort into your work than you should…
…especially when faced with some of those trickier issues you have to deal with.
The ones you never see coming and that require your full attention, creativity and mental energy to solve.
You inevitably find a way, but do you ever struggle with imposter syndrome?
The feeling that at some point someone is going to “find you out”?
It’s extremely common, though rarely publicly admitted in the HR profession.
If you’re not a lawyer and you find yourself dealing with the law, there’s the potential for that nagging doubt that you might just be missing something.
It can create uncertainty and undermine your confidence.
That never feels good
If you’re not careful, it can fuel any insecurities you have.
Especially if you feel you’re over your head with something and outside your comfort zone.
The new Government just made your work even MORE challenging
The Employment Rights Bill was published back in October.
You’re probably sick of hearing about it.
As you know, the government has announced it’s going to make sweeping changes to legislation covering:
The Bill left more technical questions than it answered.
But unfortunately you and your profession will have to bear the heavy burden and workload of implementing these changes…
…at least once they become clear.
And while things are still uncertain, doubt, fear and worry are rife.
Here are some of the deeper questions my HR friends and colleagues are asking:
"How am I supposed to keep up with these massive changes when I'm already stretched so thin managing day-to-day issues?"
"What if I spend weeks updating contracts, policies, and systems, only for the government to change the rules again during the consultation process?"
"Will I have the time and resources to implement these changes properly, or am I setting my company up for legal risks by missing something critical?"
"How can I reassure my managers and employees when I don’t even know what the final rules will look like or when they’ll come into effect?"
"Am I going to be held responsible if my organisation gets it wrong because I didn’t prepare enough — or because I prepared too soon?"
You too?
What’s the answer?
Well, working harder isn’t an option if you want to stay healthy and live a balanced life.
Working smarter, however, is.
Archimedes once said “give me a lever big enough, and I can move the world”.
What's a powerful lever to add to your existing toolbox of skills, knowledge and experience that WILL help you work smarter, work faster and save you time…
…an addition that will raise your credibility, give you greater gravitas and authority, increase the professional respect for you AND significantly boost your confidence…?
…it's a deeper knowledge of employment law.
…and a helping hand for you to implement the many significant and complex changes the Employment Rights Bill will throw at you…
…at least once they become clear.
What Will This Deeper Knowledge And Legal Understanding Give You?
Gaining this deeper understanding is one of those hindsight career decisions that you wish you’d made much earlier.
There’s a programme that will give you exactly that.
One that will elevate your expertise, confirm your credibility and reinforce the respect worthy of your contribution and impact on the business you support.
It’s called the Virtual Employment Law Academy…with a secret add-on named “Project Employment Rights Bill Update”
Here’s How It Works…
There are 2 parts to this.
1. The Virtual Employment Law Academy
2. Project “Employment Rights Bill Update”
First let me explain how the Academy works, then I’ll reveal what Project “Employment Rights Bill Update” is all about.
The Virtual Employment Law Academy
There are 18 employment law modules delivered using Zoom across 2 nine-week terms following this programme:
21st January 2025
21st March 2025
22nd April 2025
20th June 2025
Term 1 Commences
Mid-Term Break
Term 2 Commences
Graduation
21st January 2025
Term 1 Commences
21st March 2025
Mid-Term Break
22nd April 2025
Term 2 Commences
20th June 2025
Graduation
Each module consists of a live, targeted, 60-90 minute lecture by our expert barrister tutor on an important employment law topic.
It’s then followed by an hour of Q&A where you can ask any questions you have about the subject covered in that session.
However, it’s much more than just an accredited qualification that will boost your CV, raise your standing in the HR community and help you work your way up that ladder of HR success.
You’ll learn about the practical aspects of employment law relevant to your role in a safe, supportive and inspiring community of fellow ambitious HR professionals.
Regardless of which level you enrol in at, the programme will equip you to:
Every student who enrols in the Virtual Employment Law Academy automatically gets:
If you decide to upgrade to the Premium Level (highly recommended), here are the additional benefits you receive:
It’s easy to see why this is our most popular level of enrolment.
We do have one final enrolment level. It’s not for everyone and comes with some very exclusive perks not available anywhere else.
We call it:
The Diamond Level
Because of the additional personal attention given to students at this level by barrister Daniel Barnett himself (more about him later), we are restricting this to just six people.
If you enrol at this highly valued and much coveted level, here are the additional benefits.
IMPORTANT: The Diamond level is restricted to six people, and needs a minimum of four people to go ahead. If fewer than four students enrol, we will change your enrolment to Premium and refund the difference.
Regardless of the level you enrol at, here’s the syllabus you’ll be covering in the programme:
YOUR Virtual Employment Law Academy Syllabus
Part 1 - An Introduction To Employment Law
Module 1: How To Navigate The Intricacies Of An Employment Contract
Module 2: Employee, Worker Or Contractor? How to Tell, and Why it Matters
Module 3: Understanding Continuity of Employment, The National Minimum Wage and the Perils of Unlawful Deductions
Part 2 - Dismissal
Module 4: What is a Dismissal? And the Five Fair Reasons for Terminating…
Module 5: How Capability And Qualifications Can Be Grounds For A Fair Dismissal
Module 6: The Dos and Don’ts of Dismissing An Employee For Misconduct
Module 7: Redundancy Technicalities Explained
Module 8: TUPE and other Automatically Unfair Dismissals
Module 9: Whistleblowing and the Law - How Whistleblowers Are Protected And Where Employers Get It Wrong
Part 3 - Discrimination
Module 10 - An Introduction to Discrimination - Foundational Knowledge Everyone Should Know
Module 11 - Sex Discrimination and Equal Pay
Module 12 - The Different Ways Age and Disability Discrimination Are Treated By The Law
Module 13 - Other Protected Characteristics
Module 14 - Maternity and Family Friendly Rights - How The Law Helps Workers With Their Family Obligations
Part 4 – Working Time, Remedies and Tribunal Claims
Module 15 - Working Time Regulations Including The Working Week, Annual Leave, Holiday Pay, And Flexible Working
Module 16 - Remedies & Compensation - How Tribunals Deal With Unfair Dismissal and Discrimination, and How Claims Can Be Settled
Module 17 - Settlement Agreements and Time Limits
Module 18 - Employment Tribunal Procedure - How to Bring and Defend an Employment Tribunal Claim
Enrol in the Virtual Employment Law Academy Now and Here’s the Help you can Expect to deal with The Employment Rights Bill Chaos
As soon as the legislation becomes clear, the changes will be automatically implemented into future Virtual Employment Law Academy curricula.
But that doesn’t help you now.
The Employment Rights Bill is poised to reshape employment legislation as we know it.
At 158 pages with 119 clauses, it’s an overwhelming legal maze…
…and that’s before factoring in the ongoing consultation period that will shape and shift its finer details throughout 2025 and beyond.
The truth is, staying compliant isn’t optional, and keeping up with these changes is a full-time job.
That’s where Project “Employment Rights Bill Update” comes in.
Me and my team of expert legal professionals are dedicated to doing the heavy lifting for you…
…monitoring every twist and turn of the bill’s evolution, decoding its implications, and distilling it into clear, actionable steps tailored to employers.
Let’s face it: the responsibility to adopt the Employment Rights Bill into your business falls squarely on your shoulders.
But that’s not an easy job.
So you shouldn’t have to tackle this alone.
Introducing Project “Employment Rights Bill Update” To Keep You Up To Date With EVERY Change
That’s why I created the Employment Rights Bill Update — an essential service designed to keep you informed, prepared, and compliant every step of the way.
Here’s What The Employment Rights Bill Update Will Give You Throughout 2025:
1. Quarterly Live Update Webinars: Stay ahead with exclusive live webinars (March, June, September, December) breaking down the latest developments in plain, actionable language.
2. Priority Q&A Access: Submit any questions in advance and get expert answers tailored to your needs.
3. On-Demand Access: Video recordings, audio files (perfect for your commute), and transcripts of each webinar for quick reference anytime.
4. HR Compliance Checklists: A detailed checklist after each update to assess your organisation's readiness and compliance.
5. Mini-Training for Managers: Bite-sized video training to help line managers understand the changes effectively without overwhelming them.
6. Interactive Action Planning: Step-by-step, fillable worksheets to prioritise and execute the changes with confidence.
7. Private Employment Rights Bill Update Slack Channel: Connect with fellow HR professionals to share insights and strategies in a supportive, invite-only community.
When I officially launch The Employment Rights Bill Update in March 2025, it will be £297 per quarter or £997 for the year.
***You get the FULL £997 +VAT Employment Rights Bill Update for FREE***
But here’s the good news: if you sign up for the Virtual Employment Law Academy, you’ll get FREE ACCESS FOR THE ENTIRE YEAR — yes, completely free.
This is my way of helping you get a head start, build confidence, and protect your organisation through this unprecedented period of change.
Don’t let the Employment Rights Bill catch you off guard—get the clarity, tools, and confidence you need with Employment Rights Bill Update.
Combined with what you’ll learn in the Virtual Employment Law Academy, you will be unstoppable in 2025 and beyond.
There’s More - Here’s A FREE Headstart For You On What To Expect From the Employment Rights Bill Update in 2025 (Worth £165 +VAT)
In October 2024 I ran a paid 3 hour seminar outlining my initial analysis of the Employment Rights Bill as soon as it was released.
I’m now calling it “Employment Rights Bill Revealed”
It was my first deep dive into the information released by the government.
Here’s what you got if you attended:
The recordings are now listed on my website for £165 +VAT.
When you sign up for the Virtual Employment Law Academy today, I will give you full access for free.
This gives you a flavour of what to expect from the Employment Rights Bill Update in 2025 AND gives you a headstart on understanding how to manage what the government is about to throw at you.
You Also Get A FREE Personal Copy Of The Employment Law Handbook (Worth £95) When You Enrol at Premium Level
The latest edition of this invaluable handbook provides you with a comprehensively updated overview of employment law.
It is the perfect companion to your Virtual Employment Law Academy studies.
This book is suitable for employment lawyers, HR professionals, trade union officials, tribunal advocates and people with an interest in employment law.
This is what Lord Neuberger, President of the Supreme Court 2012-2017 said about the Handbook:
"This book makes employment law simple...I commend it as a reliable, user-friendly and clear guide to anyone with an employment law problem."
And my team will send it to you for FREE with your enrolment.
The Employment Law Handbook covers:
Now Meet your Virtual Employment Law Academy Who Will Guide You Through Exactly What You Need To Know
Your Course Director
Daniel Barnett is an experienced and successful barrister highly regarded for his employment and HR law expertise. He is passionate about helping professionals like you understand the law better to make your job easier for you.
He has appeared in many Court of Appeal and Employment Appeal Tribunal cases together with complex High Court employment litigation. He also appears regularly in employment tribunals up and down the country and enjoys sharing his experiences with the HR community..
His areas of work include:
His employer clients include a member of the Royal Family, several international airlines, a global leisure industry company and telecommunications company, as well as many hundreds of SMEs.
Employee clients range from senior executives of quoted companies through to David & Victoria Beckham's nanny.
He has sat on various Bar Council committees and is a member of the Staff Committee and Bar Representation Committees of the Honourable Society of Lincoln's Inn.
Daniel is also a media figure and is called on regularly to comment on television and radio on current legal issues.
He is the presenter of the LBC Legal Hour, broadcasting every Saturday evening at 9pm across the UK, in which he answers legal questions from LBC callers.
He is well known for his forthright, honest and clear answers to even the most challenging questions.
He is the author or co-author of twenty books, including the highly regarded Handbook on Employment Law.
…But more importantly for you, he is also a highly engaging and thought provoking speaker well known for bringing alive the intricacies of employment law in an entertaining manner...
“Daniel Barnett is brilliant. He knows every answer. Fantastic”
Jeremy Vine, BBC Radio & TV Presenter
Your Course Tutor
Daniel delivers an excellent programme, but when you enrol on the Premium or Diamond packages you’ll also get the chance to work with the amazing and incredibly experienced John Sprack as your course tutor.
John has extensive experience practicing as an employment law barrister. He’s also been an employment judge for 15 years, presiding over hundreds of employment tribunals.
He taught employment law on the Bar Course at the Inns of Court School of Law and has delivered over 200 CPD courses on various aspects of employment law.
John’s insights and knowledge are an absolutely priceless addition to the discovery and learning experience you’ll enjoy on the programme.
So you’ll get direct input from someone who’s been an employment law barrister, who’s taught employment barristers AND who’s judged them.
Not only that, John has an incredibly relaxed style that our previous students found extremely welcoming and encouraging.
Daniel and John will make this a VALUABLE use of your time.
Programme Support
Daniel and John are supported by an incredible group of people, including MEGAN McDONALD, who is in charge of the day-to-day running of the Virtual Employment Law Academy.
Meg will be on hand to help you with any questions you may have about the programme. She is your first point of call and will go the extra mile to make sure your experience of the Academy is a fabulous one (as demonstrated by the numerous mentions our admin team has in our many testimonials).
But don’t just take our word for it. Here’s what just a few of our successful programme graduates say about the Virtual Employment Law Academy.
Testimonials From Previous Virtual Employment Law Academy Graduates
“It gave me the confidence to realise that I can remember my employment law and now feel I could return to this area of work after a 12 year break”
“The greater awareness of how day to day issues relate to the statutory provisions has been excellent and invaluable.”
“The course has been so beneficial in understanding more of the risks involved in the day to day running in supporting an HR dept. So much I didn’t know and now feel much better equipped!”
“The VELA is a very efficient way to either learn more or review the knowledge you already have. A great mixture of practical webinars together with case studies and tutorials – all overlaid with efficient administration.”
“A great course, making the complex world of employment law much clearer, enabling me to respond to my clients’ complex people queries with renewed confidence, understanding and pragmatic advice.”
“This course has given me the confidence from giving just good advice to giving advice with a bit more oomph and confident reasoning behind it. I have come from a corporate world where I had a legal department to always rely on, as a HR Consultant this course has definitely given me more confidence in my ability.”
“If you need a practical, detailed and invaluable overview of all aspects of employment law then this course is right for you. This has been vital for me and worth every single penny, can’t wait to put the lessons into practice.”
“Excellent Course. Whether it is a confidence boost that is needed or reaffirming years of knowledge the course is pitched perfectly and inclusive to all. Daniel and Jennie have done a fantastic job in putting it all together.”
“My confidence around the application of employment law has greatly increased.”
“This has been brilliantly pitched, a great balance between theory and practice, which is where Daniel excels above all others; this course should be part of CIPD qualification …”
“Everyone should attend this course; managers and HR alike. The way the course and content are structured means it is appropriate for entry-level and experts alike! Highly recommended!”
“Daniel has the rare ability of being able to distill volumes of information into simple steps and then bring those steps alive.”
“I have been looking for a course like this for a long time. I read Employment Law books and this course has helped to bring my knowledge together. I would recommend going on (at least) the Premium package. I went back and watched the recordings again. I plan to do this in the future if I have any situations which come up at work! The tutorials also helped us to apply what we had learned in a safe environment with other students. Would recommend!”
“The course was very well organised and efficient. The course content was incredibly informative and well presented. The Q&A sessions and tutorials were further supportive to improve your knowledge, understanding and your retention. Amazing course.”
“It’s amazing how Daniel manages to pack so much into two hour sessions – the content and delivery are so well pitched. If you want to know what employment law is about, this is the perfect course for you.”
“An enjoyable run through employment law with a valuable link to current case law presented in a straightforward and understandable format.”
“It is great to be able to use the information straight away after doing each module. Fantastic course and sorry it has to end. Both Daniel and Jennie have been excellent!”
“I have found the course invaluable. It has brought all the strands of employment law together for me and I have learned so much. Daniel is an outstanding presenter with the right amount of humour along the way. I would highly recommend this to anyone in the world of HR! Thank you.”
“I enjoyed the course and found out lots of information that helps with day to day HR, not just the employment law side.”
This Is A Great Programme, But What If You Think The Virtual Employment Law Academy Is Not For You?
What if you think you’re just too busy to do this right now?
I’ll be honest with you, this is the most common excuse I get for not joining the Virtual Employment Law Academy.
I get it. This is an intensive additional legal training that will elevate the impact you will have in the work you do.
It will elevate your standing in your business and in the wider HR community.
But it will take an investment of your time.
You don’t rise to the top 5% of your profession without some sacrifice. It would be foolish to think otherwise.
I know that you know that.
But it shouldn’t stop you.
Which is why I have designed the Virtual Employment Law Academy to be far more time flexible than my more expensive competitors.
Here’s what I’ve done.
I’ve spread the syllabus over 2 short nine week terms to give you a manageable weekly workload.
There’s even a 4 week break between terms to allow you to catch up if you need to.
Every module sessions is recorded. So you don’t even have to turn up live and disrupt your busy work schedule.
You can watch the replay at your convenience or you can listen to the recording on your daily commute.
If you spend at least 30 minutes a day commuting to work then you can catch up on the entire week without changing ANYTHING about your schedule.
Even if you work from home, walking the dog is a great time to catch up on the week’s training.
Should I even need to mention you can watch or listen to the replays on 1.5-2x speed to consume it even quicker?
And then there are the transcripts of each module if you opt for the Premium level package.
These make it even easier to review what’s been covered, especially once you have watched the replays.
Your complimentary access to the Virtual Employment Law Academy's Slack channel also gives you access to some of the sharpest, brightest and most experienced HR professionals in the business.
So you can get to answers faster by drawing on the knowledge and expertise of your peers, saving you even more time.
Side Note - This is definitely A TIME SAVER for you.
Your participation in the Virtual Employment Law Academy will actually SAVE you much more time in the long run than it will take to complete the programme.
Why?
Because the upgrade in your skills and knowledge will give you a multitude of shortcuts to solutions to the employment issues you face…
…especially when you quickly and easily implement our recommendations for the Employment Rights Bill changes (while your less fortunate colleagues without the Employment Rights Bill Update stress out as they scramble around trying to make sense of it on their own).
What if you think it costs too much?
After the “I’m too busy” excuse, I am usually hit with the “It costs too much” excuse.
I am known for being a blunt straight talker, so let me be honest with you.
It’s going to cost you if you DON’T upgrade your practical understanding of employment law.
Working in HR is going to get even busier and require a more complex understanding of legal matters.
That’s a given even without the impending workload surge that The Employment Rights Bill will send your way.
The profession will demand even more of you over the next couple of years.
And with the legal and practical understanding the Virtual Employment Law Academy gives you, your services will be at a premium.
You’ll become even more valuable and indispensable which will have a positive impact on your potential earnings and future career prospects.
Remember the law will follow you everywhere you go.
Make it your friend now and it will serve you profitably for years to come.
So for as little as about £100 a module, this is incredible value…especially when you can spread payments over 6 months.
What if you’re not sure you need a deeper understanding of employment law?
I am sure I don’t need to remind you of the importance of your “boots on the ground” understanding of the people in your business.
That’s why when an issue with an employee arises, you are perfectly placed to deal with it and find a quick resolution.
If the answer isn’t immediately obvious, you consult the policy….you follow the procedure.
But what if it is still unresolved?
Then what?
You may have to hand it over to an employment solicitor.
But you still need to stay involved.
You still have so much to offer in the matter to support your business and the employee concerned.
Completing the Virtual Employment Law Academy will put you in a commanding position to understand, contribute and influence the issue to a satisfactory conclusion for everyone…
…even if it has to go to a tribunal.
This will give you even greater levels of professional AND personal satisfaction.
What if you see the value, but your organisation won’t pay for this?
I’ll be bold here.
Funding your attendance at the Virtual Employment Law Academy WILL save your company money.
Here’s why.
There’s no doubt you know what you are doing.
There’s no doubt you have extensive HR experience and knowledge (otherwise you wouldn’t be reading this).
However, what happens when you reach the limit of legal knowledge you’re personally comfortable with?
What then?
Consulting an employment law solicitor is often the next logical step.
If you don’t have in-house counsel that will cost you between £100-£400 an hour.
Those charges soon mount up.
But, with an even stronger legal knowledge foundation, you won’t need to ask as many questions.
Or if you do, you will be a more informed customer and will be able to ask even better questions.
That can save your company hundreds if not thousands of pounds in legal fees every year.
Those savings will more than cover the cost of the investment.
This is why your attendance is such a good business decision with a tangible and quickly recovered ROI.
I’ll also add that the FREE Employment Rights Bill Update bonus you get by enrolling in the Virtual Employment Law Academy will help you and your company navigate the Employment Rights Bill minefield heading your way.
It’ll help you AVOID costly litigation that less informed HR professionals and their organisations will inevitably fall foul of.
What if you think you’ll find it too difficult or complicated?
This is an easy one to address for you.
You are not starting from ground zero when you join the Virtual Employment Law Academy.
You already know far more than you think.
And coupled with your existing HR experience, you’ll be able to give every module greater practical context.
Far more than any undergraduate studying employment law full time could.
So you have an advantage over them.
But to give you peace of mind, I’ve structured each module to lay it out clearly and as simply as I possibly can for you.
And if you join the Premium Level, you’ll also have the added benefit of small group tutorial sessions to get even greater clarity and understanding.
This is a great confidence booster even for the most seasoned HR professional.
Fortunately we have our secret weapon
Your programme Director and Lead Tutor - Employment Law Barrister (and LBC presenter) Daniel Barnett.
His presentation style is engaging, educational and even entertaining. He has designed the modules so you’ll find them easy to digest, practical and interactive.
He also sprinkles every module with numerous real word examples from case law and his own vast experience.
Yes, you’ll need to think.
But, you’ll enjoy doing it in the Virtual Employment Law Academy.
If you work in-house then here’s how you’ll reap the benefits of this investment:
For Independent HR Consultants the benefits also include:
Why You Enrolling In The Virtual Employment Law Academy Is A Cost Effective, Value For Money Decision For You Right Now
At the Premium Level you only pay about £100 for each module and tutorial session to gain all these benefits.
That’s it!
So you’ll get massive short term, medium term and long term value for such a small investment whether you are paying for this yourself or your employer is funding it
We estimate if you’re an active HR professional, you're likely to make savings to recover the cost of your investment within 6-12 months.
There’s no doubt to avoid being left behind in HR, you HAVE to update your knowledge and skills in employment law.
So if not the Virtual Employment Law Academy, who do you grow and develop with?
Yes, I have competitors.
Let me tell you this about them.
They are qualified and well meaning providers.
But…
You will pay more than DOUBLE and even TRIPLE the cost of the Virtual Employment Law Academy for their legal training…
For example:
University of Leicester LLM - £10,950 (Online)
University of Law LLM - £11,900 (Online)
CIPD Level 7 (now advanced diploma) - £3,000 - £7,000
By all means, enrol in one of my competitors’ training (reach out to Meg and she will send you the links to their courses)…
…if you can take the risk that it might not cover what you need AND be far less cost effective.
So you see, your investment in the Virtual Employment Law Academy is a very good decision right now.
But here’s the thing…
…having seen how much more my competitors are getting people to pay for far less than I am providing…
…I expect to increase my prices by £1000-£2000 next year for the cohort after this one.
So this is likely to be the last time you will get access to the Virtual Employment Law Academy at such a low price.
I encourage you to take advantage of this while you still can.
“The course was extremely detailed. Daniel made the sessions energetic, interesting and methodical in the way it was delivered. As a solicitor wanting to recap on employment law I found it excellent. Would wholeheartedly recommend.”
“I very much enjoyed participating in the Virtual Employment Law Academy and wouldn’t hesitate to recommend it to anyone involved in HR. The course has greatly expanded my employment law knowledge and is already proving hugely beneficial in my work with co-ops and community businesses. The modules were well-structured and engaging, and I appreciated the opportunities to ask clarification questions.”
“The VELA provided me with information that I didn’t know I didn’t know. Having worked in HR for 25 years I thought that I had information about most topics, although some not in great detail, but this course provided me with topics that i had never come across before. Daniel was informative, fun and quick to answer specific queries. I would recommend this course to anyone in HR whether you’re new to it or have been doing it for years.”
“I have really enjoyed the VELA, it’s been years since I studied for my CIPD and I have been managing with the odd webinar and legal briefing when things changed. This was a great way to do a very thorough refresher (and update) for me. It was pitched at the right level for me as an experienced HR professional and delivered in a way that translated how the laws actually apply in everyday practice.”
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If you’re not 100% satisfied with any aspect of the Academy at any time BEFORE the end of term 1, just let us know and we’ll refund your fees within 3 working days.
So you have absolutely nothing to lose and EVERYTHING to gain.
All of the risk is on us to provide you with a top notch experience coupled with long term value.
We’re so very comfortable doing this for you because we know once you enrol, you’ll find what you learn so valuable, you’ll want to complete the entire programme.
Before you decide though, let’s be very clear about who the Virtual Employment Law Academy is for.
It’s only for ambitious and dedicated professionals who want to accelerate and increase their impact by investing in themselves to gain a significant edge over others in the field.
If you’re just plodding along and are content with just getting by, then this is probably not for you.
However if you’ve read this far, it’s likely you’re driven to raise your professional game by increasing your knowledge and skills in a way that puts you well into the top 5% of HR professionals.
Sound like you?
Then enrolling in the Virtual Employment Law Academy is definitely the RIGHT DECISION for you.
Enrol now and come join a select band of HR Professionals with the confidence to challenge the status quo and make an even bigger impact in the workplace.
Final Thoughts - The Virtual Employment Law Academy WILL skyrocket your confidence at work.
Here’s why - you’ll deal with even the most complex legal issues in a way that enhances your credibility, increases your personal impact and fosters even greater respect for your contribution to everyone in the business.
And you will be even better prepared to deal with the heartache, frustration and uncertainty the Employment Rights Bill WILL throw at you in 2025 and beyond.
So enrol now to make sure you don’t miss out on this career enhancing move that puts you ahead of your competition.
More Testimonials From Satisfied Graduates Of The Virtual Employment Law Academy
“As a HR Services Manager the focus of my role tends to lean towards Systems, Processes and Admin. This course has been a fantastic way to improve my Employment Law knowledge not only for my own development and interest but also to enable me to more confidently deal with internal queries in future. Daniel was interesting and engaging throughout and I would have no hesitation in recommending this course to HR professionals at any level.”
“The course has helped me validate my knowledge but more importantly has helped me develop in areas I didn’t have much experience in. I have already started to share what I’ve learnt with my team and with my clients.”
“The course covers so much that is very relevant & useful to HR practitioners. It’s an extremely valuable refresher to those of us who qualified years ago!”
“This course is excellent. It has huge benefits from Daniel presenting but also from the other delegates. Great discussion, great questions and Fantastic value add. Well worth attending each time it runs!”
“I thoroughly enjoyed the course, it was informative in an easy to understand way and at no point did I feel overwhelmed by the information. It was pacey without being rushed or over laboured. Daniel’s style is relaxed and he took time to answer questions. and check that his explanations were clear and understood. I feel much more confident in my ability to advise my organisation. Many thanks to Daniel and Jennie.”
“As a trade union officer I have found the course enormously helpful I feel like I’ve done a condensed employment law masters course! It has provided me with so much concrete evidence and hard facts to help me win for members in casework. I am recommending this course to all my colleagues – so glad you will be running it again I expect you will be inundated with applicants.”
“I really enjoyed the course and no matter how experienced you are in the world of HR you will pick up something new in every module.”
“This was a great overall Employment Law course. The workbooks and the textbooks were really helpful and are great reference points for the future. The case references are invaluable and really helpful to reinforce case advice. Daniel’s presentations are very clear and Jenny is amazing, too! John Sprack is so informative and the tutorials are a great benefit to reinforce knowledge. Thank you!”
“This course is excellent for those who are new to HR and employment law. It covers both the practical and theoretical aspects, and is arguably more useful for HR professionals than a CIPD course.”
“It was exceptional in the way it was presented clearly and in detail with an opportunity to ask questions. In my case it has been extremely complex working in HR in the care sector, even with over 20 years experience. This course has been invaluable.”
“I’ve used resources created and run by Daniel Barnett for a couple of years now and would highly recommend to any HR professional/TU Rep. He manages to deliver information at such a level and in such a style that makes it easy to absorb and retain plus the handouts make for great guides to refer back to. Daniel covers a wide range of topics that anyone dealing with employment law matters would find very helpful and informative.”
“The [Virtual Employment Law Academy] was an invaluable course for me. There aren’t any other employment training courses which are even closely comparable. Daniel has an incredible depth of knowledge and made him the perfect teacher for this course. From the first session, I was able to approach my work differently and use my learning every day at work. The knowledge I have gained has helped me to advise vulnerable clients and explain their rights and how to move forward. This course is an absolute must for anybody dealing with employment law.”
“As a recent graduate I have found that the Virtual Employment Law Academy is much more clear and concise than university lectures. The VELA dives into depth on the definitions and practicality of the laws surrounding employment law and I would strongly recommend it.”
“Daniel Barnett delivered the course in a clear, engaging and interactive way. The course is great value for money, and I really do feel that I have gained a solid understanding of some very important areas of employment law. I thoroughly enjoyed the course and I would recommend it.”
“The course was perfectly pitched for experienced HR professionals looking to gain a more in depth understanding of the legislation which underpins so much of our work. The course was concise, clear, fast paced and very well presented. The tutorials ensured we had an opportunity to reflect on the lectures and put it all into practice. Loads and loads of opportunities for questions! It has been brilliant – thank you.”
“I joined the HR world in October 2021 and have been learning on the job since. Every day is a school day and being 6 months in, this course brought everything I have learnt together. Daniel was engaging, creative and the finer detail of each topic gave me a methodical, yet clearer understanding as I continue my journey. ROLL ON NEXT YEAR!”
“The course is a good refresher for those of us who studied our employment law modules a long, (long) time ago. It was very much like being in a university lecture hall again. I would recommend this course to people who want to have a good grasp of the basics of employment law”
“I joined on the premium level, having held an MA in HR which covered employment law back in 2005. Whilst I feel that I keep up to date with case law, I have found Daniel’s invaluable to not only reinforce what I already knew and give me the confidence when answering employment queries from clients, but I have picked up numerous other gems that I have called upon straight away whilst undertaking the course. Thanks so much Daniel as always”.
“A very good course which represents exceptional value for money. If you want an employment refresher – it’s ideal. If you want to learn more employment basics – it’s ideal. I have no hesitation in recommending this course – and I have not been paid to say this!”
“After many years working in Employment Law, I came in wondering if there was anything I didn’t know, so gave it a go. I realised very quickly how much I had forgotten or indeed didn’t already know.”
“The course was excellent. I have looked around for specific employment law courses but found nothing suitable until Daniel ran the Academy. Put simply, I now know a lot more than I did [at the start] which will help me to be a much more informed and timely source of advice for our HR and business teams. Interesting, enjoyable and excellent value for money.”
“This was a great opportunity to provide a structured refresher of areas that I knew about and to learn more about aspects that I was aware of but had less knowledge. The workbooks will be great for future reference.”
“Although I couldn’t attend all the live sessions, the recorded videos that were uploaded shortly after were easy to find and great to catch up to. The course has been brilliant for me as an Independent HR Consultant to both confirm my knowledge and understanding, but also provide those refreshers and updates that we all need to ensure the advice we provide is accurate. I would have no hesitation in recommending this course to anyone who deals with HR and employment law matters in their day to day job.”
“I feel privileged to have been given the opportunity to participate in this course and learn so much from Daniel. I have appreciated his enthusiasm, commitment and humour in making this an enjoyable learning experience. Having returned to an HR role after many years, the course has generally been very helpful and will give me confidence in my work. Thank you for sharing your knowledge.”
“Very comprehensive and Daniel explains subjects clearly. There is a lot to take in but it is reassuring to have the workbooks and recordings to hand should I need them afterwards, and the Slack community was a great idea too. Content was really helpful to be able to advise clients going forward.”
“For those wondering if they should pay for this course, don’t hesitate, it has supported me in the advice I provide and is a thoroughly helpful resource. Daniel is a excellent communicator or law and Jenny’s organisation is second to none.”
“I found the course extremely helpful and would recommend it to anyone working in a relevant role. In particular, as an independent HR Consultant working alone, it’s been so useful – so much so that it really should be made compulsory! I only wish I’d done this course years ago when I first started – but, it’s never too late to increase knowledge and most of all, confidence.
Huge thanks to Daniel and to Jennie for everything – it’s made and will make such a difference to my professional career.”
“I found the course really beneficial as a general refresher of employment law. I am a trained lawyer who gave up practicing law many years ago to look after my son whilst young. When he started school I started working for the citizens advice part time and had to refresh my knowledge of employment law whilst working for them. If this course had existed back then it would have been really useful to have done at that point.”
“I started studying for the CILEX CPQ shortly before this course and Daniel’s concise explanations have really helped me get to grips with some of the more complex wording and given me a much better idea of how to translate the facts to relate them to real life examples.”
“The course was great, it’s a great reminder of things you know but have forgotten along with learning loads and loads of new information. Also it was so practical & pragmatic that I was able to use my knowledge immediately…..well worth the time and money!”
“The course was so useful to have a refresher on employment law and has increased my confidence to advise my clients on where the risks lie for them.”
FAQs
How much does it cost?
We've got three packages for you to choose from: Essential, Premium and Diamond. You can view the full details and prices here.
Are there any discounts available?
We offer six full scholarships for the essential package. You can apply here.
The deadline for applications is 18th December at 4pm.
Can I pay by invoice?
Sorry, no. Our systems are automated and we require payment by card.
Can I pay in instalments?
Yes, you can select that option when you enrol.
Do you offer a guarantee?
Yes, we offer a full guarantee. If you’re not happy with anything about the course, tell us at any time before the end of term one and we will refund you within three working days.
How do I know which package is right for me?
We've got three packages you choose from: Essential, Premium and Diamond. We think the Premium package is the best value, but it’s up to you! You can view the full details of each package and the prices here.
Is the course accredited?
Yes! If you opt for the Premium or Diamond package, the course is accredited by CPDUK (subject to successful completion of the two assessments).
Will Daniel and John be presenting all the sessions?
Daniel will present almost all the lectures, and John will supervise all the tutorials. Daniel is scheduled to be elsewhere for sessions 6 and 7 (25 Feb and 4 Mar) and those two sessions will be presented by Darren Newman.
Darren’s journey in employment law began in 1990, where he honed his skills writing for the prestigious IDS Brief journal. His expertise propelled him to the position of Head of Employment Law at the Chemical Industries Association. What sets Darren apart is his commitment to making employment law accessible and practical for organisations of all sizes. He firmly believes that this crucial field should not be the exclusive domain of lawyers.
When do the lectures take place?
The lectures take place at 10am on Tuesdays, there are nine in each term.
What if I can’t make all the sessions?
All the sessions will be recorded for you to watch at your leisure, however attending live gives you the chance to take part in the discussion and Q&A.
Will the sessions be recorded?
Yes, the recordings will be uploaded to the website shortly after each session.
Will there be a transcript available?
Yes, for anyone enrolled on the Premium and Diamond packages.
Can I download all the dates into my diary?
Yes absolutely, you can subscribe to the VELA calendar in the members’ area.
What is a ‘slack discussion forum’?
Slack is a business instant messenger platform. You will be able to chat with your fellow delegates in a dedicated channel for VELA. We'll have workrooms for the different modules, such as dismissal, discrimination, working time, employment status, and others, where you can post questions - and Daniel will be in the group helping out.