UNDERSTANDING PHILIPPINE LABOR LAWS: A COMPREHENSIVE GUIDE

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This intensive 8-hour online course offers an in-depth exploration of Philippine labor laws, focusing on employees’ rights and employers’ obligations under the Labor Code of the Philippines and related labor policies. Participants will gain comprehensive knowledge on employment standards, labor relations, social welfare legislation, and dispute resolution mechanisms. Through real-world case studies, practical examples, and interactive discussions, this course aims to equip HR professionals, managers, entrepreneurs, and legal practitioners with the tools needed to ensure lawful, ethical, and strategic workplace practices.

Understand the fundamental principles and framework of labor and employment law in the Philippines.
Identify the rights and responsibilities of employees and employers under current legislation.
Apply legal standards regarding wages, benefits, working conditions, and occupational safety.
Manage employee relations within the bounds of law, including union dealings and collective bargaining.
Navigate issues related to termination, resignation, and redundancy with full legal compliance.
Analyze and address labor disputes through appropriate legal remedies and processes.
Interpret and implement recent developments, issuances, and jurisprudence affecting labor practices.

Course Content

MODULE 1: INTRODUCTION TO PHILIPPINE LABOR LAW

Introduction
Lesson 1: Historical Evolution of Labor Laws in the Philippines

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Lesson 2: The Labor Code of the Philippines: Structure and Overview

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Lesson 3: Core Labor Rights under the Constitution and the Labor Code

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MODULE 2: EMPLOYMENT RELATIONSHIP AND CONTRACTUAL OBLIGATIONS

MODULE 3: WAGES, WORKING CONDITIONS, AND BENEFITS

MODULE 4: OCCUPATIONAL SAFETY AND HEALTH STANDARDS

MODULE 5: LABOR RELATIONS AND UNIONISM

MODULE 6: TERMINATION OF EMPLOYMENT AND DUE PROCESS

MODULE 7: LABOR STANDARDS ENFORCEMENT AND COMPLIANCE

MODULE 8: EMERGING ISSUES IN PHILIPPINE LABOR LAW

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Renato Jr Malinge

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I learned a lot on law.

John Daniel Guzman

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Wonderful learning experience.

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Course Content

MODULE 1: INTRODUCTION TO PHILIPPINE LABOR LAW

Introduction

Lesson 1: Historical Evolution of Labor Laws in the Philippines

Lesson 2: The Labor Code of the Philippines: Structure and Overview

Lesson 3: Core Labor Rights under the Constitution and the Labor Code

MODULE 2: EMPLOYMENT RELATIONSHIP AND CONTRACTUAL OBLIGATIONS

Introduction

Lesson 1: Types of Employment (Regular, Probationary, Project-based, Fixed-term, Casual)

Lesson 2: Employment Contracts: Essential Elements and Legal Requirements

Lesson 3: Management Prerogative vs. Employee Rights

MODULE 3: WAGES, WORKING CONDITIONS, AND BENEFITS

Introduction

Lesson 1: Minimum Wage Laws and Wage Setting Mechanisms

Lesson 2: Hours of Work, Overtime, Rest Days, and Holidays

Lesson 3: Mandatory Benefits (SSS, PhilHealth, Pag-IBIG, 13th Month Pay, Service Incentive Leave)

MODULE 4: OCCUPATIONAL SAFETY AND HEALTH STANDARDS

Introduction

Lesson 1: The Occupational Safety and Health (OSH) Law Overview (RA 11058)

Lesson 2: Employer Obligations for a Safe Workplace

Lesson 3: Penalties and Compliance Requirements

MODULE 5: LABOR RELATIONS AND UNIONISM

Introduction

Lesson 1: Right to Self-Organization and Labor Organizations

Lesson 2: Collective Bargaining Agreements and Negotiations

Lesson 3: Strikes, Lockouts, and Labor Disputes: Procedures and Limitations

MODULE 6: TERMINATION OF EMPLOYMENT AND DUE PROCESS

Introduction

Lesson 1: Authorized Causes vs. Just Causes for Termination

Lesson 2: Procedural and Substantive Due Process Requirements

Lesson 3: Illegal Dismissal, Separation Pay, and Reinstatement

MODULE 7: LABOR STANDARDS ENFORCEMENT AND COMPLIANCE

Introduction

Lesson 1: Labor Inspections and Compliance Audits

Lesson 2: Role of the DOLE and NLRC in Enforcement

Lesson 3: Employer Defenses and Remedies

MODULE 8: EMERGING ISSUES IN PHILIPPINE LABOR LAW

Introduction

Lesson 1: Work-from-Home Arrangements and Flexible Work Schemes

Lesson 2: Contractualization, Security of Tenure, and the “Endo” Debate

Lesson 3: Recent Supreme Court Decisions and New Legislation Impacting Labor Practices

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