Law for Non-Lawyers

Don’t be the psychologist with a professional complaint against you. Update your knowledge and understanding of the current approach of the regulators in relation to unsatisfactory conduct and professional misconduct plus obtain guidance on how to navigate a client complaint if it should occur. WEB246N22C

Demystify your WHS obligations with a focus on managing psychosocial hazards and risks at work as well as other safety risks and responsibilities. WEB247N22D

If you are considering setting up your own psychology practice and want to obtain information on the legal framework, structuring options and the essential aspects of Australian federal and state taxes relevant to psychologists running their practices, then spend your lunch learning from expert commercial lawyers. Don't miss this chance to lay the groundwork for a successful and legally sound psychology practice. WEB245N22A

Obtain crucial information on important and recent changes to the employment laws to help you come to grips with the concepts that directly impact psychology practices, such as the laws relating to contractor vs employee considerations, discrimination, sexual harassment and criminalising wage theft plus have an eye out for changes identified to come into force in the future. WEB245N22B

Deepen your understanding of the recent changes to family law affecting parenting matters and laws about family violence, apprehended violence and coercive control. Obtain useful tips to demystify Family Court processes, rules, court orders and agreements. Don’t be left unaware of the family law processes and legal concerns of your clients. WEB248N22EZ

Designed specifically with psychologists in mind, this lunchtime webinar series will help you steer a safe course through the legal issues that can affect the success of your practice. Receive a step-by-step guide to setting up your practice, provide a comprehensive guide to recent changes to employment law that affect you, learn from our experts about client complaints and professional regulation, and the new rules relating to coercive control that impact on your professional practice. WEB245N22

What happens when a student misuses technology to intimidate or harass students, teachers, or the school? Discover practical strategies to prevent cyberbullying, harassment, and anti-social behavior through social media. Understand your school’s obligations regarding online and out-of-hours conduct, and gain clarity on when and how your school should intervene. WEB244N24EZ

Failure to properly investigate misconduct allegations or complaints could result in claims for unfair dismissal or adverse action by the employee accused of the wrongdoing – don’t be caught out! Drawing from recent cases, examine the lessons learned when conducting investigations correctly and the potential pitfalls to look out for. Attend and protect your school's workplace integrity. WEB244N24FZ

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Is your school’s risk management up to scratch? In the realm of education, ensuring the safety and well-being of students is paramount. Join us as we delve into the crucial aspects of incident management in educational institutions. Understand what your school must have in place and how to manage interactions with concerned families, the media, and other stakeholders. If an incident does occur, ensure your school is prepared. WEB242N24AZ

1 Student, 2 Parents, 1 Step-Parent, 3 Grandparents, 2 Carers and they're all demanding something different from you: What now? Juggling these competing interests creates complex issues for schools as you try to balance legal obligations, child welfare, and maintaining a safe and supportive educational environment. Receive a comprehensive breakdown of critical family law issues and where your responsibility should lay. WEB242N24BZ

The responsibility of educators to ensure compliance with anti-discrimination legislation to create a safe and inclusive learning environment is paramount. Gain insights into the delicate art of supporting and disciplining students with additional learning needs – when to adapt the standard code of conduct, consider suspensions, and explore alternative strategies. Don't miss this opportunity to enhance your inclusive teaching toolkit and support every student's journey to success. WEB243N24CZ

Can a failure to discipline a student constitute a breach of a school’s duty of care? A school is liable for an injury to a student caused by the failure of a teacher (or the school) to take reasonable care.  A school may also be liable where it can be shown that disciplining a student would probably have prevented an injury to another student. Explore student discipline and cases that considered whether failure to discipline a student constituted a breach of the school’s duty of care. WEB243N24DZ

Are you across the latest set of changes to employment conditions which commenced on 1 July 2023? When your staff look to request changes to their employment contracts based on this changing legislation, don’t be caught out. Ensure you have the ability to handle these conversations with a strong legal foundation and the confidence to reach an agreement which works for both parties. WEB2310N07AZ

Does your school have a duty of care to students to prevent harm to them from vaping? Alarming new studies show a growing trend in school students using e-cigarettes or 'vapes'. Join an experienced education law expert as they breakdown the need-to-know information on addressing this epidemic in schools. Get across the latest legislative updates, reforms, and reasonable steps to enforce in this practical education law session. WEB239N13Z

School excursions and student exchanges can quickly go wrong. Injuries, accidents, health and weather conditions are just some of the risks at play. As the world moves towards a post-pandemic era, and schools look to reintroduce enriching excursions and student exchange programs, equip yourself with the knowledge and tools needed to navigate the legal challenges of OH&S, duty of care and child safety by registering now. WEB2310N07BZ

Do you know the hidden dangers of psychosocial hazards in your school? Understand the warning signs to look out for! Discover the legal obligations your school bears concerning the management of psychosocial hazards. Gain insights into relevant work health and safety legislation and the crucial steps to ensure your school maintains compliance. WEB2311N07CZ

Don’t be caught out! Mishandling confidential information or sharing it without proper authorisation can open your school to legal liabilities. It’s vital to exercise caution and follow established protocols to protect sensitive data from unauthorised disclosure. Don’t miss this critical look at all things privacy and information sharing in your school and understand your obligations to safeguarding or disclosing information between staff, students and parents. WEB2311N07DZ

Is your school prioritizing a safe and inclusive environment? Bullying and sexual harassment can fly under the radar so its vital to tackle it head-on. With practical insights, relevant case studies, and best practices you can’t afford to miss this session. Ensure your school builds a culture of respect, trust, and well-being. WEB2311N07EZ

A member of staff has posted something inappropriate on Facebook? TikTok? Or Instagram? Navigating the delicate balance between an employee's private life and their conduct outside of work can be challenging. Gain valuable insights into the correct process, legal tests, and real-life case examples that will equip you to handle these difficult situations professionally and within the confines of the law. WEB2311N07FZ