Common use of Conferences and Seminars Clause in Contracts

Conferences and Seminars. In addition to the provisions of this clause regarding leave for formal study and examinations, it is agreed that ongoing professional development plays an important role in the delivery of high quality services to the community, as well as assisting the development of rewarding career paths for employees in the sector. It is recognised that attendance at relevant sector or professional practice conferences and seminars can provide professional development opportunities for employees as well as information exchange and networking for the organisation. Attendance at such activities is subject to authorisation by the employer at their discretion. Where an employee is authorised to attend a conference, seminar or on line learning (e.g. webinars) on behalf of the organisation, such attendance forms part of their normal duties and counts as paid work time.

Conferences and Seminars. In addition to the provisions of this clause regarding leave for formal study and examinations, it is agreed that ongoing professional development plays an important role in the delivery of high quality services to the community, as well as assisting the development of rewarding career paths for employees in the sector. It is recognised that attendance at relevant sector or professional practice conferences and seminars can provide professional development opportunities for employees as well as information exchange and networking for the organisation. Attendance at such activities is subject to authorisation by the employer at their discretion. Where an employee is authorised to attend a conference, conference or seminar or on line learning (e.g. webinars) on behalf of the organisation, such attendance forms part of their normal duties and counts as paid work time.