Educational Leave/Exchange Programs Clause Samples
The Educational Leave/Exchange Programs clause establishes the terms under which employees may take time off from their regular duties to participate in educational or exchange opportunities. Typically, this clause outlines eligibility criteria, the process for requesting leave, and any conditions regarding compensation, benefits, or job security during the period of absence. By clearly defining these parameters, the clause facilitates professional development while ensuring both the employer and employee understand their rights and obligations, thereby minimizing misunderstandings and maintaining operational continuity.
Educational Leave/Exchange Programs. (a) The parties to this Collective Agreement recognize the value of continuing education for each Employee covered by this Collective Agreement. Furthermore, the parties recognize that continuing education is a requirement for some Employees. The responsibility for such continuing education lies not only with the individual but also with the Employer.
(b) A paid leave of absence and/or reasonable expenses may be granted to an Employee at the discretion of the Employer to enable the Employees to participate in education or exchange programs.
(c) Should the Employer direct an Employee to participate in a specific program, such Employee shall be compensated in accordance with the following:
(i) for program attendance on regularly scheduled working days, the Employee shall suffer no loss of regular earnings;
(ii) for hours in attendance at such program on regularly scheduled days off, the Employee shall be paid at their Basic Rate of Pay to a maximum of seven and three-quarter (7 3/4) hours per day;
(iii) the Employer will pay the cost of the course including tuition fees, reasonable travel and subsistence expenses subject to prior approval.
(d) For the purpose of qualifying for an annual increment, an Employee granted educational/exchange leave shall be deemed to remain in the continuous service of the Employer for the first (1st) twenty-four (24) calendar months only of such period of leave. In the event the duration of educational/exchange leave continues for a period in excess of twenty-four (24) months, an Employee’s anniversary date for salary increment purposes shall be delayed by the amount of time that said leave exceeds twenty-four (24) months, and the newly established anniversary date shall prevail thereafter.
(e) An Employee absent on approved educational/exchange leave shall be reinstated by the Employer in the same position and classification held by them immediately prior to taking such leave or be provided with alternate work of a comparable nature.
Educational Leave/Exchange Programs. (a) The Parties to this Collective Agreement recognize the value of continuing education for each employee covered by this Collective Agreement. Furthermore, the Parties recognize that continuing education is a requirement for some employees. The responsibility for such continuing education lies not only with the individual but also with the Employer.
(b) A paid leave of absence and/or reasonable expenses may be granted to an employee at the discretion of the Employer to enable the employees to participate in education or exchange programs.
(c) Should the Employer direct an employee to participate in a specific program, such employee shall be compensated in accordance with the following:
(i) for program attendance on regularly scheduled working days, the employee shall suffer no loss of regular earnings;
(ii) for hours in attendance at such program on regularly scheduled days off, the employee shall be paid at their basic rate of pay to a maximum of seven and three-quarter (7 3/4) hours per day;
(iii) the Employer will pay the cost of the course including tuition fees, reasonable travel and subsistence expenses subject to prior approval.
(d) For the purpose of qualifying for an annual increment, an employee granted educational/exchange leave shall be deemed to remain in the continuous service of the Employer for the first (1st) twenty-four (24) calendar months only of such period of leave. In the event the duration of educational/exchange leave continues for a period in excess of twenty-four
Educational Leave/Exchange Programs. (a) The Parties to this Collective Agreement recognize the value of continuing education for each Employee covered by this Collective Agreement. Furthermore, the Parties recognize that continuing education is a requirement for some Employees. The responsibility for such continuing education lies not only with the individual but also with the Employer.
(b) A paid leave of absence and/or reasonable expenses may be granted to an Employee at the discretion of the Employer to enable the Employees to participate in education or exchange programs.
(c) Should the Employer direct an Employee to participate in a specific program, such Employee shall be compensated in accordance with the following:
(i) for program attendance on regularly scheduled working days, the Employee shall suffer no loss of regular earnings;
(ii) for hours in attendance at such program on regularly scheduled days off, the Employee shall be paid at their Basic Rate of Pay to a maximum of seven and three-quarter (7 3/4) hours per day;
(iii) the Employer will pay the cost of the course including tuition fees, reasonable travel and subsistence expenses subject to prior approval.
(d) For the purpose of qualifying for an annual increment, an Employee granted educational/exchange leave shall be deemed to remain in the continuous service of the Employer for the first (1st) twenty-four (24) calendar months only of such period of leave. In the event the duration of educational/exchange leave continues for a period in excess of twenty-four
Educational Leave/Exchange Programs. (a) The Parties to this Collective Agreement recognize the value of continuing education for each Employee covered by this Collective Agreement. Furthermore, the Parties recognize that continuing education is a requirement for some Employees. The responsibility for such continuing education lies not only with the individual but also with the Employer.
(b) An unpaid leave of absence may be granted to an Employee at the discretion of the Employer to enable the Employees to participate in education programs relevant to their work with the Employer.
(c) Education Leave is for a maximum of one (1) year. Consideration may be given to extending the leave for an additional leave.
(d) An Employee absent on approved educational/exchange leave shall be reinstated by the Employer in the same position and classification held by them immediately prior to taking such leave or be provided with alternate work of a comparable nature.
Educational Leave/Exchange Programs. (a) The parties to this Collective Agreement recognize the value of continuing education for each Employee and recognize that continuing education relevant to the employer may be deemed necessary for Employees covered by this Collective Agreement and recognize that the responsibility for such continuing education lies not only with the individual but also with the Employer.
(b) Full-Time and Part-Time Employees may apply for Educational Leave of Absence. Such leaves must be applied for forty-five (45) days prior to the start date of the program where possible and will be approved by the Employer as soon as possible.
(c) Employees must send a letter of intent to return to work sixty (50) days prior to return date. If no letter is received, the Employer will consider this position to be open and will refill the position without notice to the Employee.
(d) While on educational leave without pay:
(i) an Employee shall not accrue sick leave or vacation credits unless such leave is less than thirty (30) days;
(ii) an Employee’s anniversary date for salary increment purposes shall not change unless the duration of the leave exceeds twelve
Educational Leave/Exchange Programs. (a) The Parties to this Collective Agreement recognize the value of continuing education for each employee covered by this Collective Agreement. Furthermore, the Parties recognize that continuing education is a requirement for some employees. The responsibility for such continuing education lies not only with the individual but also with the Employer.
(b) An unpaid leave of absence may be granted to an employee at the discretion of the Employer to enable the employees to participate in education programs relevant to their work with the Employer.
(c) Education Leave are for a maximum of 1 year. Consideration may be given to extending the leave for an additional leave.