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Managing Sickness Absence

This 50 minute eLearning module on Absence Management focuses on equipping participants with the knowledge and skills necessary to effectively manage employee absences within organisations, promote fair and consistent attendance policies, and optimise employee performance and satisfaction.

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£30.00 + VAT per staff member

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This course includes:

50-minute self-paced course
100% online, mobile-friendly
CPD certified with certificate
For all staff & managers
Covers respect, harassment, inclusion
Includes interactive knowledge checks
Custom team delivery available

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Learning Outcomes

By the end of this course, participants will be able to:

  • Understand the causes, consequences, and organisational impacts of absenteeism.
  • Apply knowledge of employment laws and regulations to manage absences legally and fairly.
  • Develop and implement absence management policies that align with business goals and legal standards.
  • Manage various types of leave, including medical, parental, and family-related absences.
  • Address unplanned and recurring absences using structured and proactive strategies.
  • Facilitate smooth return-to-work transitions and support employee reintegration.
  • Communicate effectively with employees about attendance expectations and concerns.
  • Promote fairness, empathy, and consistency in attendance management practices.

About the course

Empowering People, Shaping Culture

Designed for HR professionals, managers, and supervisors, this course provides a comprehensive understanding of the importance of effective attendance and leave control, and offers practical strategies to minimise absenteeism and its impacts on productivity, employee morale, and overall organisational goals.

By the end of the course, participants will be equipped with the skills to implement effective absence management strategies, navigate complex legal requirements, and foster a culture of accountability and engagement within their workplaces.

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Inside the Course

Introduction2 Lectures3 minutes

  • Welcome and overview
  • Objectives of the course

Sickness Absence Management3 Lectures/Activities9 minutes

  • What is sickness absence management
  • What is included in sickness absence management
  • Quiz

Managing sickness absence3 Lectures/Activities8 minutes

  • Your role in managing sickness absence
  • Absence reporting procedures
  • Quiz

The Return to Work3 Lectures10 minutes

  • The purpose of a Return to Work
  • How to conduct an effective Return to Work
  • Video

Long and Short Term Absence3 Lectures/Activities13 minutes

  • Managing short term absences
  • Managing long term absences and unauthorised absence
  • Quiz

Legal Responsibilites2 Lectures7 minutes

  • Disability and Reasonable Adjustments
  • Scenarios

Summary and close3 Lectures3 minutes

  • Closing Video
  • Evaluation
  • Certificate

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