Common use of Upgrading Clause in Contracts

Upgrading. An employee may be given assistance by the Employer to attend a specific training course, seminar, school, etc. pertaining to the employee’s classification and job. Participation in pertinent educational programs is encouraged by the Employer. Subject to adequate staffing levels being maintained, and upon the request of an employee, the Employer may grant leave with or without pay to attend conferences, workshops, seminars or professional meetings covering job related topics. Tuition costs, registration fees, or expenses incurred may be paid by the Employer. Where an employee’s attendance is required at a conference, workshop or similar educational session, normal salary and benefits shall be continued for the scheduled work days not worked during that period of absence. In addition, all registration or tuition fees and reasonable and substantiated expenses related to the session shall be paid by the Employer.

Upgrading. An employee may be given assistance by the Employer to attend a specific training course, seminar, school, etc. pertaining to the employee’s classification position and job. Participation in pertinent educational programs is encouraged by the Employer. Subject to adequate staffing levels being maintained, and upon the request of an employee, the Employer may grant leave with or without pay to attend conferences, workshops, seminars or professional meetings covering job related topics. Tuition costs, registration fees, or expenses incurred may be paid by the Employer. Where an employee’s attendance is required at a conference, workshop or similar educational session, normal salary and benefits shall be continued for the scheduled work days not worked during that period of absence. In addition, all registration or tuition fees and reasonable and substantiated expenses related to the session shall be paid by the Employer.