About this course:
The Fair Work (Registered Organisations) Act 2009 requires union officers with financial decision-making responsibilities – including elected officials, finance staff and members of committees of management – to undertake Fair Work Commission-approved training in the area of financial governance within 6 months of their appointment.
This course will help you integrate union values into your union practice, as you develop practical skills in reading and understanding financial statements and reports, and explaining the purpose of auditors and the need to rotate registered practitioners.
You will explore the various facets of whistle blower protections, and be able to discuss the consequences of of failure to comply with the RO Act.
Upon completing the course, you will receive certificates demonstrating compliance with the requirements of the Act.