Only approved courses can be used for ERE leave purposes. Applications for course approval can be made throughout the year, by any individual, group or organisation that wishes to provide ERE.
Calculating, allocating and taking employment relations education leave
The union calculates the amount of leave entitlement per employer and lets the employer know. The union allocates the leave to union members who apply to take ERE leave.
Employment Relations Education approved courses
Employment Relations Education (ERE) leave can only be used for courses which have been approved by the Minister for Workplace Relations and Safety.
Applying for employment relations education course approval
How to apply to have a course approved for employment relations education (ERE) leave, and reporting requirements.
Using pre-approved courses
A union may apply to use a course which has already been approved for ERE use by another union.
Applying to have a course re-approved
ERE courses are approved for three years initially. Any application for re-approval is assessed on whether the course continues to meet approval criteria.