Employment Contract: Rights and Obligations course
<p>You get a clear explanation of employment law around the employment contract. You learn to draw up and extend contracts, include clauses, and how the chain rule and flexible contracts work.</p>
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- Clear explanation of employment law without legal jargon
- Practical examples you will recognise straight away from your own work
- Insight into special clauses such as probationary period, non-competition and penalty clauses
- Attention to flexible contracts and the chain rule for fixed-term contracts
- Scope to bring in and discuss your own cases
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An employment contract is much more than a few sheets of paper. Most of the mutual rights and obligations are in fact laid down in legislation, collective labour agreements and case law. In this course you learn in an accessible way how employment law works around entering into, extending and performing an employment contract. You get to grips with the most important rules and know how to apply them in your own HR practice. This helps you avoid mistakes and know where you stand.
Description
As an HR or personnel officer you play an important role in recruitment, appointment and the ongoing performance of employees. Drawing up and extending employment contracts is often part of that. But practice shows that many rights and obligations are not set out in the contract itself, but in legislation, collective labour agreements and case law. Without a sound basic knowledge of employment law you therefore run risks.
This course gives you a clear and well-structured explanation of the regulations and case law that matter in relation to the employment contract. You will learn when an employment contract exists, even if nothing has been put in writing. You will gain insight into special clauses, the chain rule and flexible contract types. Topics such as the right of instruction, good employee conduct and changes to job roles are also covered. The trainer consistently links theory to recognisable practical examples. You can bring in your own cases and learn from the experiences of other participants. This way you return to your working practice well prepared.
Topics
- Rights and obligations during the recruitment procedure
- Medical fitness and the pre-employment medical examination
- When is there an employment contract
- The written-form requirement and the probationary period clause
- Special clauses such as non-competition and penalty clauses
- The chain rule for fixed-term contracts
- Conditions, timing and pitfalls when renewing
- Flexible employment contracts: on-call, zero-hours and min/max
- Freedom of contract versus mandatory law
- Application of the collective labour agreement
- The employer's right of instruction and good employee conduct
- Changes to schedules and job roles
Result
After this course you know how employment law surrounding the employment contract works. You recognise when there is an employment contract, even without a written agreement. You can apply special clauses correctly and know how the chain rule works. Flexible contract forms, the application of collective labour agreements and changes during employment are no longer unfamiliar territory either. You have tools to tackle practical problems and can give your employer or colleagues sound advice on employment law matters.
Target audience
This course is suitable for HR or personnel staff and for anyone who carries out HR or personnel-related tasks as part of their role. Think of staff who draw up or renew contracts or advise on terms of employment. If you are just starting out in an HR role and want to build a solid grounding in employment law, this is also the right place for you. The course focuses on ordinary employment law and does not cover civil service law.
Teaching method
The course alternates theory with practical examples, so you can place the regulations in a familiar context straight away. There is plenty of scope to ask questions and to discuss cases from your own working situation. You learn both from the trainer and from the experiences of other participants. The group is small, which means plenty of individual attention. You will gain practical tools to tackle employment law issues at work right away.
Prior knowledge
You do not need any specific prior knowledge for this course. It is useful, however, if you already have some experience in an HR or personnel role or regularly come into contact with employment contracts. That way you can link the theory directly to situations from your own working practice.
Practical information
- Number of days
- 1 day
- Course times
- from 10 am to 5 pm
- Teaching hours
- 6 hours
- Education level
- Suitable for all levels
- Preparation time
- None
- Included
- Course materials and lunch on site
- Certificate
- At the end of the course you will receive a certificate of attendance
- Cancel
- Free up to four weeks before the start (cancellation terms)
Language
The course is given in Dutch as standard. The trainer speaks English. English-language course materials can be used. If at least 3 participants register, the course can also be given entirely in English.
All start dates
1 training day. Confirmed dates first, then in order of date.
- Tue 17 November 2026Certain to go ahead Online · 10:00–17:00Free cancellation until 20 October Enrol
- Tue 22 December 2026 Groningen · 10:00–17:00Free cancellation until 24 November Enrol
- Tue 22 December 2026 Zwolle · 10:00–17:00Free cancellation until 24 November Enrol
- Thu 26 August 2027 The Hague · 10:00–17:00Free cancellation until 29 July Enrol
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Plan your own group on a date that suits you, at your office, at our premises or online. We tailor the content to your day-to-day work, and training a whole group is cheaper than individual bookings.
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- Tailored content
- Multiple groups or an academy are also possible
- More than 25 years' experience
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What others say about this course
"I like this kind of trainings, so I consider it should be done more often"
"Interesting and instructive course; the course book is an added value, so you can look things up again at work or at home. Kind regards, Karel Pelzer."
"Practically oriented and highly applicable in practice. Nice combination of theory + practice"
"In a short space of time – unfortunately I was unable to attend the second day – I learned some very practical applications."
"I am very satisfied with the course. I got more out of it than I had expected, and that is always good."
Training formats
Classroom
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- Small groups
- Inspiring and motivating
In-company
Bespoke trainingOn request- 100% for your group
- Bespoke training
- At your place or ours
Workshop
Up to 4 hours for groupsOn request- Suitable for events
- Interactive and inspiring
- Large groups too
Private training
At our place or yoursOn request- 100% just for you
- Achieve a lot in little time
- Whenever you want
Frequently asked questions
Can I cancel free of charge?
Yes. Up to four weeks before the first day of the course you can cancel free of charge, without giving a reason. You then receive a credit note or, if you have already paid, a refund. If you cancel later, you pay part of the course fee: 25% between four and two weeks before the start, 75% in the two weeks before it and 100% in the final week. Moving to another start date is free of charge up to two weeks before the start, after that 50%. Sending a colleague in your place is always possible. Read the cancellation terms.
What will I learn in this course?
You will learn how employment law works in relation to the employment contract. This includes entering into and renewing contracts, special clauses such as probationary periods and non-competition, the chain rule and flexible contract types. Application of collective labour agreements, the employer's right of instruction and good employee conduct are also covered.
Who is this course for?
This course is intended for HR and personnel officers, and for anyone who carries out part of the personnel tasks. You are also welcome if you are just starting out in an HR role and want to build a solid grounding in employment law. The course focuses on ordinary employment law, not on civil service law.
What prior knowledge do I need?
You do not need any specific prior knowledge. It is useful, however, if you work in an HR or personnel role or deal with employment contracts on a regular basis. That way you can link the theory directly to your own practice.
What does the course look like?
The course is structured around the life cycle of an employment contract. You start with the application and appointment, and work through to special clauses, extension and changes during employment. Theory is consistently linked to practical examples.
What is the delivery format?
You follow the course in a classroom setting in a small group. The trainer explains the theory clearly and alternates it with examples from practice. You can bring in your own cases and also learn from the experiences of other participants.
Who teaches the course?
The course is taught by an experienced trainer with a background in employment law. Our trainers know how to make legal material accessible and consistently link theory to recognisable practical situations.
What do I get after the course?
You will receive a syllabus setting out the main points of legislation, regulations and case law clearly by topic. This gives you a handy reference work for your day-to-day practice. Afterwards you will also receive a certificate of participation.
How can I prepare?
Extensive preparation is not necessary. It does help to think in advance about situations from your own working practice that you find difficult. You can raise these during the course, so that you get targeted answers.
What if I can't attend?
Unable to attend on the scheduled date? Then get in touch with Learnit. We will look together for another date on which you can join. Rescheduling is usually possible free of charge if you let us know in good time.
Do I receive a certificate?
Yes, on completion of the course you receive a certificate of participation from Learnit. With it you show your employer or client that you have a solid grounding in employment law.
How do I register?
Booking is easy via the course page on the Learnit website. Choose a date that suits you and complete the booking form. Do you have questions or would you rather book by telephone? Our course advisers will be happy to help.
What does the course cost?
You will find the current price at the top right of the course page.
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Next start date: Tue 22 December 2026 in Groningen
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