Courses for Australia Compliance Training

Cybersecurity isn't just the concern of IT departments. Instead, the security of business data and networks depends on the habits and actions of every person in an organisation. In this course, you'll learn about IT security risks and the common forms they take, and about requirements for protecting data security under Australian law. You'll also learn about best practices for using your organisation's IT resources and services. This course was developed with subject matter support provided by the law firm of Jackson McDonald. Please note, however, that the course materials and content are for informational purposes only and do not constitute legal advice and may or may not reflect the most current legal developments. Nothing herein, or in the course materials, shall be construed as legal advice as to any particular situation or constitute a legal opinion with respect to compliance with legal statutes or statutory instruments. Jackson McDonald accepts no responsibility for their contents and the reliance on the contents is prohibited and at the user’s risk. Transmission of the information is not intended to create, and receipt does not constitute, a solicitor-client or attorney-client relationship. Readers should not act upon this information without seeking independent legal advice.

As a manager, you play a key role in ensuring your organisation meets its legal and ethical responsibilities to avoid and prevent discrimination in the workplace and provide all job applicants and employees with equal access to employment opportunities. This course will help you recognise the forms that discrimination can take in the workplace. You'll learn why it's in your and your organisation's best interest to avoid discrimination. You'll be introduced to the main anti-discrimination laws that you're required to uphold in your organisation and the potential consequences of violating these laws. You'll also learn principles you can apply to help you avoid discriminatory behaviour in your own actions and decisions, promote a workplace culture that's free of discrimination and respond appropriately to complaints of discrimination in your organisation.This course was developed with subject matter support provided by the law firm of Jackson McDonald. Please note, however, that the course materials and content are for informational purposes only and do not constitute legal advice and may or may not reflect the most current legal developments. Nothing herein, or in the course materials, shall be construed as professional advice as to any particular situation or constitute a legal opinion with respect to compliance with legal statutes or statutory instruments. Jackson McDonald accepts no responsibility for their contents and the reliance on the contents is prohibited and at the user’s risk. Transmission of the information is not intended to create, and receipt does not constitute, a solicitor-client or attorney-client relationship. Readers should not act upon this information without seeking independent legal advice.

It's reasonable to expect that as an employee, you'll be assessed based on how well you can do your job rather than on how you look, where you come from or what you believe in. Equally, the people you work with should expect that you'll treat them fairly and with respect. Discrimination in the workplace violates these rights. Discrimination involves putting others at a disadvantage or treating them unfavourably on the basis of certain protected characteristics, such as race, gender or religion. This course will equip you to recognise the forms that discrimination can take in the workplace. You'll learn what discrimination involves and why it's important to avoid it. You'll be introduced to the main anti-discrimination laws that protect Australian workers and the potential consequences of violating these laws, for both organisations and individual employees. You'll also learn how to respond to discrimination if you encounter or experience it in your organisation.This course was developed with subject matter support provided by the law firm of Jackson McDonald. Please note, however, that the course materials and content are for informational purposes only and do not constitute legal advice and may or may not reflect the most current legal developments. Nothing herein, or in the course materials, shall be construed as professional advice as to any particular situation or constitute a legal opinion with respect to compliance with legal statutes or statutory instruments. Jackson McDonald accepts no responsibility for their contents and the reliance on the contents is prohibited and at the user's risk. Transmission of the information is not intended to create, and receipt does not constitute, a solicitor-client or attorney-client relationship. Readers should not act upon this information without seeking independent legal advice.

Fraud is a serious offence that can have devastating consequences for victims. In this course, you'll learn what fraud is and how it may reveal itself in the workplace. You'll also be presented with strategies for reporting, or 'whistleblowing', suspected instances of fraud. You'll also learn ways to remain vigilant for evidence of fraud. This course was developed with subject matter support provided by the law firm of Jackson McDonald. Please note, however, that the course materials and content are for informational purposes only and do not constitute legal advice and may or may not reflect the most current legal developments. Nothing herein, or in the course materials, shall be construed as legal advice as to any particular situation or constitute a legal opinion with respect to compliance with legal statutes or statutory instruments. Jackson McDonald accepts no responsibility for their contents and the reliance on the contents is prohibited and at the user’s risk. Transmission of the information is not intended to create, and receipt does not constitute, a solicitor-client or attorney-client relationship. Readers should not act upon this information without seeking independent legal advice.

As a manager, you have an essential role to play in helping prevent harassment and bullying in the workplace. By meeting specific responsibilities, you can support your organisation's compliance with federal, territory and state laws designed to protect employees from unlawful behaviour in the workplace. You can also help promote a culture of inclusion, respect and fairness in your workplace. In this course, you'll learn what harassment and bullying involve and the potential consequences of these behaviours. You'll be introduced to the rights underpinning the laws that your organisation must uphold to protect workers from harassment and bullying, and you'll learn about your responsibilities as a manager – including what you can do to prevent workplace harassment and bullying, and how to respond appropriately if it does occur.This course was developed with subject matter support provided by the law firm of Jackson McDonald. Please note, however, that the course materials and content are for informational purposes only and do not constitute legal advice and may or may not reflect the most current legal developments. Nothing herein, or in the course materials, shall be construed as professional advice as to any particular situation or constitute a legal opinion with respect to compliance with legal statutes or statutory instruments. Jackson McDonald accepts no responsibility for their contents and the reliance on the contents is prohibited and at the user’s risk. Transmission of the information is not intended to create, and receipt does not constitute, a solicitor-client or attorney-client relationship. Readers should not act upon this information without seeking independent legal advice.

All employees should feel safe at work, secure in the knowledge that they will be treated fairly and with respect. But, unfortunately, cases of harassment and bullying in the workplace are far too common. So it's important to know what protections employees have under the law and learn about organisational policies and procedures designed to protect employees from these types of unlawful behaviours and to prevent them from occurring. This course equips employees to identify what harassment and bullying involve and recognise examples of these behaviours. The course outlines federal and state laws that prohibit harassment and bullying in the workplace, and covers the general legal principles underlying these laws. The course also provides guidelines for responding to workplace harassment and bullying that employees witness or experience personally.This course was developed with subject matter support provided by the law firm of Jackson McDonald. Please note, however, that the course materials and content are for informational purposes only and do not constitute legal advice and may or may not reflect the most current legal developments. Nothing herein, or in the course materials, shall be construed as professional advice as to any particular situation or constitute a legal opinion with respect to compliance with legal statutes or statutory instruments. Jackson McDonald accepts no responsibility for their contents and the reliance on the contents is prohibited and at the user’s risk. Transmission of the information is not intended to create, and receipt does not constitute, a solicitor-client or attorney-client relationship. Readers should not act upon this information without seeking independent legal advice.

Employees working for publicly traded companies might have access to information from time to time that can give them an edge when it comes to trading securities. Using information that is available to everyone to make smart trading decisions is acceptable. But when the information isn't available to the public, using it means you could be guilty of insider trading. Insider trading is illegal in Australia and therefore it's essential that employees understand what actions can be seen as insider trading so they can avoid them. In this course, you'll explore what insider trading is and who insiders are. You'll gain a better understanding of the specific legal prohibitions in the Corporations Act, and learn about the penalties individuals and companies can face if they don't comply. This course was developed with subject matter support provided by the law firm of Jackson McDonald. Please note, however, that the course materials and content are for informational purposes only and do not constitute legal advice and may or may not reflect the most current legal developments. Nothing herein, or in the course materials, shall be construed as professional advice as to any particular situation or constitute a legal opinion with respect to compliance with legal statutes or statutory instruments. Jackson McDonald accepts no responsibility for their contents and the reliance on the contents is prohibited and at the user’s risk. Transmission of the information is not intended to create, and receipt does not constitute, a solicitor-client or attorney-client relationship. Readers should not act upon this information without seeking independent legal advice.

When collecting, storing or processing individuals' personal information, it's crucial to protect the privacy of those individuals and comply with relevant legislation. This course presents an overview of the legislative framework safeguarding the privacy of personal information in Australia, including an introduction to the Privacy Act 1988 (Privacy Act) and the 13 Australian Privacy Principles (APPs). It provides guidance on how to identify personal and sensitive information that you may encounter as part of your job, and outlines your obligations and responsibilities when dealing with this type of information. Once you've completed this course, you'll better understand, and be able to comply with, the relevant requirements relating to the use and disclosure of personal information. This will help you to protect yourself, your organisation and the individuals whose personal information you are dealing with from the negative consequences of privacy law breaches. This course was developed with subject matter support provided by the law firm of Jackson McDonald. Please note, however, that the course materials and content are for informational purposes only and do not constitute legal advice and may or may not reflect the most current legal developments. Nothing herein, or in the course materials, shall be construed as professional advice as to any particular situation or constitute a legal opinion with respect to compliance with legal statutes or statutory instruments. Jackson McDonald accepts no responsibility for their contents and the reliance on the contents is prohibited and at the user’s risk. Transmission of the information is not intended to create, and receipt does not constitute, a solicitor-client or attorney-client relationship. Readers should not act upon this information without seeking independent legal advice.

In this course, you will learn about the processes and procedures that can be put in place to reduce the risk of breaching consumer protection laws, and the consequences and potential penalties relating to a breach thereof. This course also covers general standards of business conduct that need to be adhered to. This course was developed with subject matter support provided by the law firm of Jackson McDonald. Please note, however, that the course materials and content are for informational purposes only and do not constitute legal advice and may or may not reflect the most current legal developments. Nothing herein, or in the course materials, shall be construed as professional advice as to any particular situation or constitute a legal opinion with respect to compliance with legal statutes or statutory instruments. Jackson McDonald accepts no responsibility for their contents and the reliance on the contents is prohibited and at the user’s risk. Transmission of the information is not intended to create, and receipt does not constitute, a solicitor-client or attorney-client relationship. Readers should not act upon this information without seeking independent legal advice.