Aims

The aim of this course to help learners understand how to manage absence from work effectively.

Objectives

During this course you will learn:

• To manage absence from work effectively.
• To inform employees of the process that should be followed.
• What is meant by absence management.
• Why it is important.
• About the size of the absence problem.
• About your responsibilities as an individual.
• About your organisation's responsibilities with reference to absence management.
• About the wider NHS responsibilities with reference to absence management.
• Where to look for further help and advice.

Topics covered