Fair Work Commission

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The Fair Work Commission is Australia's national workplace relations tribunal and registered organisations regulator. It helps resolve workplace disputes and has responsibilities relating to awards, enterprise agreements, bargaining and workplace rights.

The Commission provides free online learning modules, practical guidance and downloadable resources through its Online Learning Portal and website. These resources help employees, employers and workplace representative access information about workplace relations, dispute resolution and the Commission’s processes.

Why is this important?

Access to reliable workplace relations information helps employees and employers recognise their rights and responsibilities, navigate workplace issues and participate in relevant processes. The Commission’s resources provide practical information about workplace laws, bargaining, dispute resolution and workplace protections.

Participant benefits

Identify workplace rights and responsibilities under Australia’s workplace relations system.
Access practical guidance on awards, enterprise agreements and bargaining processes.
Explore options for addressing workplace disputes and concerns.
Prepare for conciliation and hearing processes using available learning resources.
Build knowledge of workplace protections and the Commission’s role in resolving disputes.

Suitable for

All staff, particularly APS employees, managers, supervisors, human resources practitioners, workplace relations professionals, union representatives and employees seeking information about workplace rights and processes.

Considerations

Some online learning experiences require learners to create an account or log in to access additional content, save progress and obtain certificates of completion.

What this resource covers

Online learning modules explaining workplace rights, employee entitlements and the roles of Australia’s workplace relations agencies.
Educational resources about enterprise agreements, bargaining processes and the Commission’s responsibilities.
Practical guidance to help personnel prepare for unfair dismissal conciliation and Commission hearings.
Information about workplace protections including bullying, sexual harassment and other workplace disputes.
Downloadable resources and guidance to support workplace relations knowledge and participation in relevant processes.