Common use of Training/Professional Development Clause in Contracts

Training/Professional Development. 30.01 Where an Employee is specifically required by the Employer to undertake any course of instruction, or attend any seminar or conference, reimbursement for traveling expenses shall be paid by the Employer at the rates established for Employees in its Policies, By-laws, and Regulations. 30.02 The Employer agrees to reimbursement to permanent Employees for the amount of tuition or part thereof for any course of instruction undertaken and successfully completed by the Employee, subject to the following conditions: (a) Availability of funds. (b) The Employee must submit the content of the course to the Employer and receive the Employer’s approval thereto prior to the commencement of the course. (c) The subject matter of the course must be such as to improve the capability of the Employee and for the betterment of the Employer. 30.03 Time spent on mandatory training shall be deemed time worked but not subject to Article 32 (Rates of Pay, Overtime and Job Classifications).