Professional Online Training
Managing Sickness and Absence
A practical course for managers who need to understand absence costs, measure patterns accurately, and apply fair, structured return-to-work and formal absence processes
From £35 + VAT
Buy for yourself or your team
Course Details
- Duration: 30 mins
- Delivery: Online and self-paced
Who This Course Is For
This course is relevant to anyone involved in managing people or absence records, including:
- Line managers and supervisors responsible for monitoring staff attendance
- HR professionals handling absence policies and return-to-work procedures
- Business owners seeking to understand the costs and impact of employee absence
Course Content
The course is divided into three modules, each requiring a pass mark of 70%:
- The Costs and Impact of Employee Absence — Looks at how absence affects businesses, managers, and colleagues in terms of time, cost, and morale.
- Measuring and Managing Employee Absence — Covers methods for measuring absence and explains the purpose of return-to-work forms and meetings.
- Legislation, Processes, and Pay — Explains the formal processes involved in managing absence and how to apply appropriate policies.
Course Information
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Buy for Yourself or Your Team
Choose one seat for yourself or add places for colleagues. Each learner receives their own course access.
Frequently Asked Questions
What types of absence does this course cover?
The course explains the different types of employee absence and the ways businesses can measure them effectively.
Does the course explain how to conduct return-to-work meetings?
Yes, it covers why return-to-work forms are used and how to carry out effective return-to-work meetings.
