Course

Collective Bargaining for Nebraska's Elected Officials

Time limit: 21 days

$249 Enroll

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Start Date

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Price

$249.00

 

Credential

Collective Bargaining for Nebraska's Elected Officials

Digital Badge

 

Length

1 Week

 

Commitment

3-4 Hours

 

Format

Asynchronous


Confidence and Compliance in Labor Negotiations

Course Description

This course provides elected officials in Nebraska with a foundational understanding of labor unions, collective bargaining principles, and the legal frameworks governing labor negotiations within their state. Lessons cover the role of unions, good faith bargaining, unfair labor practices, and the distinctions between mandatory, permissive, and illegal bargaining subjects. By the end of the course, learners will be able to navigate labor negotiations with confidence while ensuring compliance with state and federal laws.

Learning Objectives

  1. Identify the purpose of labor unions and key principles of collective bargaining
  2. Explain Nebraska’s collective bargaining laws and their function in labor relations
  3. Apply principles of good faith bargaining to recognize unfair labor practices

Target Learner

This course is designed for elected officials in Nebraska who are responsible for overseeing or participating in public-sector labor negotiations. It is particularly beneficial for individuals seeking to better understand the legal and procedural aspects of collective bargaining and their role in ensuring fair and effective negotiations. No prior experience in labor relations is required.


Course Topics

  • Collective Bargaining
  • Labor Relations
  • Employment and Labor Laws

Meet the Course Developers

Jim Begley, MPA

Director of William Brennan Institute for Labor Studies

Jim's Bio

 


Policies

This non-credit course is offered online using the Canvas LMS, over a 1-week period. It is asynchronous, but not self-paced. You will have a total of 21 days to complete the course. The 21 days to complete begins on the day of enrollment and under no circumstances will extensions be given. The course is approximately 3-4 hours. You will be assessed throughout the course to demonstrate proficiency on the subject matter. You must pass all assessments before receiving the course badge.

Refunds: Please note the course price does not include any credit card processing fees required by our vendor. Refunds can be issued within 48 hours of registration; no refunds will be given after the course has begun.

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