Programme Brief

From handling grievances and union negotiations to staying compliant with labour laws—industrial relations is a critical skillset for today’s workforce leaders. This 8-week certificate course provides practical, real-world training on managing industrial relations effectively in Trinidad and Tobago’s unique legal and workplace environment. Gain the tools and confidence to support fair, compliant, and productive workplace practices.

 

  • 8-Week Certificate Course – In-depth, practical training (24 contact hours) on core industrial relations principles and legislation
  • Master Local Labour Law – Understand and apply the Industrial Relations Act, OSHA, Minimum Wages Act, and more
  • Resolve Conflicts Effectively – Learn best practices in grievance handling, disciplinary procedures, and workplace conflict resolution
  • Engage with Trade Unions – Navigate union relations, collective bargaining, and the role of the Industrial Court
  • Hands-On Learning – Includes real-world case studies, role-play scenarios, mock grievance meetings, and a simulated Industrial Court hearing
  • Ideal for – HR professionals, operations managers, line supervisors, IR officers, union reps, and business owners
  • Live Online Sessions – Structured for working professionals
  • Earn a Certificate – Demonstrate your applied knowledge of industrial relations in a Trinidad and Tobago context

 

What You’ll Learn

  • Understand the foundations and legal framework of industrial relations in Trinidad and Tobago
  • Interpret and apply core labour legislation in practical workplace situations
  • Manage grievances and disciplinary matters using due process and documentation
  • Navigate union dynamics and engage in basic collective bargaining
  • Resolve workplace conflict through negotiation, mediation, and arbitration

 

Target Audience

  • Human Resource Officers and Managers
  • Operations and Administrative Supervisors
  • Industrial Relations and Employee Relations Officers
  • Line Managers and Team Leaders
  • Union Delegates and Shop Stewards
  • Business Owners and Entrepreneurs

 

Please click here to view the full Course Outline.

 

Schedule & Fees

STUDY MODE START END DAY TIME ADMINISTRATIVE COST TUITION COST
Online 27-Aug-25 22-Oct-25 Wed 5:30 pm - 8:30 pm TT$150.00 / US$23.00 TT$2,250.00 / US$345.00

Information subject to change without prior notice.

Registration details are provided below.

  • 24 Contact Hours

  • Administration Fee: TT$150.00 / US$23.00
  • Registration Deadline: One week before the scheduled start date of the class.
  • Payment Plan (Subject to Approval): If you wish to access any of our payment plan options, kindly forward an email to [email protected].

To register for this course, please follow the instructions below:

Step 1: Please complete the Online Programme Registration Form, and click submit.

Step 2: Once the form has been completed, please proceed to make your payment via the following options below:

Option 1: PayPal – Please click the “Add to Cart” button below:

Option 2: WiPay (Credit Card) – If you wish to utilize this method, please forward an email to [email protected] indicating if you would be paying the full cost or whether you would like to access our payment plan option. Once this is confirmed, an invoice will then be forwarded via email.

*If you do not have a PayPal account or a credit card, you can utilize the following payment option:

Option 3: Payment of TT$2,400.00 can be made via direct deposit / online bank transfer. Please click here for further instructions regarding the banking options available.

Please note that online bank transfers can be done from the following banking institutions – Republic Bank, Royal Bank, First Citizens Bank and Scotia Bank.

 

Step 3: Complete the Online Payment Update / Notification form – Please ensure a copy of the deposit slip / transaction slip / e-receipt is included when submitting your information.

 

Step 4: Applicable to Payment Plan Students: Sign and return your Enrolment Ticket.

Do note that the completed Enrolment Ticket is SBCS’ legally required document confirming that fees are outstanding. All further communication and instructions will follow once this step is completed. 

 

All relevant information about accessing online sessions will be sent via email within 3 – 5 working days of the course start date.

For further information, please send an email to Corporate Training Centre [email protected].

 

Technical Requirements?

Please check that your laptop/tablet meets the minimum requirements for Adobe Connect web conferencing online platform services before registering by clicking here.

Email: [email protected] for more details.