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Employment Act - The Naked Truth (Crash Course) by Aunty HR

A high-energy, 2-day crash course that gives HR professionals practical mastery of the Employment Act 1955 — from wages, leave, and sexual harassment to termination and compliance — combining real case studies with games and interactive activities, taught in simple English and Malay by Aunty HR.

  • Duration 2 Days
  • Level Intermediate
  • Format Face-to-face

About this course

In a time where workplace dynamics are constantly shifting, the Malaysian Labour Law continues to stand firm. 

The Employment Act isn’t just a relic of the past—it’s a vital tool for today’s employer and employees. As businesses adapt to new norms and expectations, this Act remains central to ensuring fairness, clarity, and confidence in every workplace interaction.
he Employment Act is Malaysia’s key labour law—defining the rules of engagement between employers and employees. From wages and working hours to leave, termination, and workplace behaviour, it sets the legal foundation for how work should be conducted fairly and responsibly, and similarly to the Industrial Relation Act 1967, aim to protect the rights and interests of employees.

Why it matters today:
In a world where workplace expectations are changing fast, this Industrial Relation Act remains a powerful guide. It protects employees, empowers employers, and promotes trust and transparency at every level of the organisation.
Whether you’re leading a team or just starting your career, understanding this Employment Act helps you navigate the workplace with confidence and clarity.

This course covers four essential modules, beginning with an introduction to the Employment Act 1955, its history, purpose and relationship with other labour laws. Participants will learn who is covered under the Act, how wages and wage deductions are treated, and the requirements relating to working hours, shift work, rest days and overtime. The day also covers annual leave, sick leave, hospitalisation leave, public holidays and other employee leave arrangements. Participants will then explore maternity leave and allowances, protection for pregnant employees and paternity leave entitlements. Day 2 introduces four additional modules focusing on workplace sexual harassment, employment termination, retrenchment and employer compliance. Participants will learn about sexual harassment inquiries, termination of contracts of service, termination and lay-off benefits, the Code of Conduct for Industrial Harmony 1975, flexible working arrangements, foreign workers and the differences between contracts for service and contracts of service. The final module covers employment regulations, non-compliance, grievance handling, dispute resolution and the role of labour courts.

Sessions run 9am–5pm, in Simple English and Malay.

Related links:

https://jtksm.mohr.gov.my/en/borang/employment-act-1955

https://jtksm.mohr.gov.my/sites/default/files/2023-11/Akta%20Kerja%201955%20%28Akta%20265%29.pdf

https://jtksm.mohr.gov.my/ms/soalan-lazim/akta-kerja-1955-pindaan-2022

https://jtksm.mohr.gov.my/ms/soalan-lazim/akta-kerja-1955-pindaan-2022/umum/apakah-intipati-utama-pindaan-akta-kerja-1955

https://jtksm.mohr.gov.my/en/services/employees-retrenchment

https://jtksm.mohr.gov.my/en/frequently-asked-questions/employees-retrenchment

https://jtksm.mohr.gov.my/sites/default/files/2023-03/8.%20EMPLOYMENT%20%28TERMINATION%20%26%20LAY%20OFF%20BENEFITS%29%20REGULATIONS%201980.pdf

https://jpp.mohr.gov.my/en/coc-pengenalan/



Learning Outcomes

  • Understand the history, purpose, scope and key provisions of the Employment Act 1955 and their relevance to Malaysian workplaces.
  • Identify employee coverage under the Act and understand requirements relating to wages, wage payments, deductions, working hours, shift work, rest days and overtime.
  • Understand statutory leave entitlements, including annual leave, sick leave, hospitalisation leave, public holidays, maternity leave and paternity leave.
  • Recognise workplace sexual harassment issues and understand the importance of awareness, employer responsibilities and appropriate inquiry procedures.
  • Understand the legal considerations involved in terminating employment contracts, managing retrenchment and determining termination or lay-off benefits.
  • Explain flexible working arrangements, employment considerations involving foreign workers and the differences between contracts for service and contracts of service.
  • Understand employer obligations under employment regulations and recognise the potential consequences of non-compliance.
  • Apply Employment Act principles to practical HR situations, support management decisions and understand grievance handling, dispute resolution and the role of labour courts.

Who is it for

  • Human Resource Executives, HR Managers and HR Directors responsible for employee relations, employment policies and compliance.
  • Business owners, entrepreneurs and employers who need to understand their responsibilities under the Employment Act 1955.
  • Administrative Executives, Payroll Officers and HR Assistants who manage employee wages, leave, working hours and other employment matters.
  • Department Managers, Supervisors and Team Leaders responsible for managing employees, workplace conduct and people-related decisions.
  • Compliance Officers and Legal Support Personnel who need to understand employment-related obligations and workplace dispute management.
  • Company Directors and Senior Management Personnel involved in employment decisions, workforce planning, termination and organisational governance.

Course outline

Module 1

Day 1: Opening Activity: Introduction & Ice-Breaking

  • Welcome message and introduction to the training objectives and expected outcomes
  • Overview of the programme agenda
  • Speed networking and participant introductions
  • Introduction to the trainer
Module 2

Introduction to the Employment Act 1955

  • Understanding the history of the Employment Act 1955
  • Exploring the purpose of the Employment Act 1955
  • Introduction to other relevant Malaysian labour laws
  • Understanding the importance of employment legislation in managing workplace relationships
  • Recognising how employment law provides a framework for employer and employee responsibilities
Module 3

Key Provisions Part 1 – The Basics

  • Understanding who is covered by the Employment Act 1955
  • Understanding the meaning of wages under the Act
  • Exploring requirements relating to payment of wages
  • Understanding wage deductions
  • Understanding working hours and shift work
  • Exploring employee rest day entitlements
  • Understanding overtime payment requirements
  • Applying employment law concepts to workplace situations through case studies and demonstrations
Module 4

Interactive Activity: Battle of the Batu Seremban

  • Participating in the traditional Batu Seremban game
  • Taking part in a group activity to encourage participant engagement
  • Group photography session
Module 5

Key Provisions Part 2 – Cuti-Cuti Malaysia

  • Understanding employee annual leave entitlements
  • Exploring sick leave requirements
  • Understanding hospitalisation leave
  • Understanding public holiday entitlements
  • Exploring congratulatory leave and compassionate leave arrangements
  • Understanding other types of employee leave
  • Examining leave-related situations through practical examples and case studies
Module 6

Key Provisions Part 3 – Parents Protection

  • Understanding maternity leave entitlements
  • Exploring maternity allowance requirements
  • Understanding employment protections for pregnant mothers
  • Introduction to paternity leave entitlements
  • Understanding parental leave considerations under the Employment Act 1955
  • Exploring practical HR situations involving maternity and paternity leave
Module 7

Day 1 Closing: Question & Answer Session

  • Reviewing the Employment Act topics covered during Day 1
  • Clarifying participants' questions relating to wages, leave entitlements and parental protection
Module 8

Day 2 : Opening Activity: Day 1 Recap

  • Participant introductions and interactive ice-breaking activities
  • Reviewing important concepts from Day 1
  • Introduction to the Day 2 programme agenda
Module 9

Key Provisions Part 4 – Sexual Harassment

  • Understanding the definition of sexual harassment
  • Recognising workplace sexual harassment issues
  • Understanding sexual harassment inquiries
  • Developing awareness of sexual harassment in the workplace
  • Exploring how employers and HR professionals should respond to sexual harassment concerns
  • Applying the concepts through case studies and group discussions
  • Participant presentation activity relating to the module
Module 10

Key Provisions Part 5 – Termination

  • Understanding termination of a contract of service
  • Exploring termination and lay-off benefits
  • Introduction to the Code of Conduct for Industrial Harmony 1975
  • Understanding retrenchment and its employment implications
  • Exploring relevant legal requirements and HR considerations when managing termination
  • Examining workplace termination situations through case studies
  • Applying termination concepts through demonstrations and assignments
Module 11

Key Provisions Part 6 – Other Amendments

  • Introduction to flexible working arrangements
  • Understanding employment considerations relating to foreign workers
  • Exploring the differences between a contract for service and a contract of service
  • Understanding the relevance of these distinctions to employment relationships
  • Reviewing practical employment situations involving these provisions
Module 12

The Alchymyst's HR Card Game

  • Participating in The Toxic Workplace Game
  • Exploring workplace-related HR concepts through an interactive card game
  • Reinforcing important learning points through group participation
Module 13

Employers' Obligations & Compliance

  • Introduction to the Employment Regulations 1957
  • Introduction to the Employment (Part-Time Employees) Regulations 2010
  • Understanding employer responsibilities under relevant employment regulations
  • Exploring the potential consequences of non-compliance
  • Understanding grievance handling
  • Introduction to workplace dispute resolution
  • Understanding the role of labour courts in employment-related matters
  • Examining how employers can approach employment compliance more consistently
Module 14

Grand Finale Quiz Fiesta

  • Participating in the final knowledge assessment
  • Completing 20 multiple-choice questions
  • Reviewing knowledge gained throughout the training
  • Reinforcing key Employment Act concepts
Module 15

Question & Answer Session

  • Clarifying final participant questions
  • Reviewing the major employment law concepts covered during the programme
  • Concluding the 2-day training

Course format

Choose the delivery mode that fits your team and timeline.

  • 01

    Classroom

    Instructor-led sessions in our Bandar Puteri labs with guided exercises, live demos, and peer discussion.

  • 02

    Online

    Live virtual delivery with the same syllabus, shared files, and instructor checkpoints — ideal for distributed teams.

  • 03

    In-house

    Private cohorts for your organisation, scheduled around project deadlines with content tailored to your standards.

Upcoming schedule

Public intakes coming up.

  • 18 Nov 2026 - 19 Nov 2026 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM · Face-to-face

Certification & policies

Certificate of attendance

Receive a certificate of attendance upon completing the programme, suitable for HR records and continuous learning portfolios.

Free Repeat Class

Free Repeat Class: if you need another pass at the same public syllabus within 6 months, you may re-attend subject to seat availability.

Materials provided

  • Course workbook / digital notes
  • Exercise files and sample templates
  • Certificate of attendance
  • Post-class support window for clarification questions

Frequently asked questions

01 What is the Employment Act – The Naked Truth course about?

Our Employment Act – The Naked Truth Training Course with Aunty HR helps participants understand the key provisions of Malaysia's Employment Act 1955 and how they apply to everyday workplace situations. The programme covers wages, working hours, overtime, employee leave, maternity and paternity protection, workplace sexual harassment, termination, retrenchment and employer compliance. Participants will learn how to interpret employment-related requirements and apply their knowledge when handling employee matters and supporting HR decisions.

02 Is the Employment Act – The Naked Truth course suitable for beginners?

Yes. The course is suitable for participants who want to develop a practical understanding of the Employment Act 1955. A basic understanding of HR practices and employment terminology is recommended, but previous experience with the Act is not compulsory. The training begins with the history and purpose of the Employment Act before progressing to its major provisions and applications. It is suitable for HR professionals, managers, supervisors, business owners and other personnel involved in managing employees.

03 Why is understanding the Employment Act 1955 important for employers and HR professionals?

The Employment Act 1955 establishes important legal requirements concerning employment relationships, wages, working hours, employee entitlements and other employment matters. Employers and HR professionals need to understand the relevant provisions when developing policies, administering employee benefits and making workplace decisions. Understanding these requirements can help organisations identify potential compliance issues, manage employee matters more consistently and reduce the risk of employment-related disputes. The course introduces the relevant provisions and their application through practical workplace scenarios.

04 Who is covered under the Employment Act 1955?

The Employment Act 1955 provides the principal statutory employment framework for employees in Peninsular Malaysia and the Federal Territory of Labuan. The Act's coverage and specific entitlements depend on the applicable statutory provisions, including distinctions affecting certain wage-related benefits. During training, participants will learn who is covered under the Act and why employee coverage matters when determining statutory entitlements and employer responsibilities. The course also introduces other relevant labour legislation.

05 Will I learn about working hours, overtime payments and wage deductions?

Yes. Day 1 includes a dedicated module covering the basic provisions of the Employment Act 1955. Participants will learn about wages, wage payments, permitted wage deductions, working hours, shift work, rest days and overtime. The training introduces the relevant statutory considerations and uses practical workplace situations to help participants understand how these requirements affect HR administration and employment decisions.

06 What types of employee leave are covered in the course?

The course covers several types of employee leave, including annual leave, sick leave, hospitalisation leave and public holidays. Participants will also explore congratulatory leave, compassionate leave and other types of leave that may be offered through organisational policies or employment arrangements. The programme helps participants distinguish between leave entitlements provided under applicable legislation and other leave arrangements that may depend on company policies or contracts.

07 Will I learn about maternity leave, paternity leave and protection for pregnant employees?

Yes. Day 2 includes a dedicated module on employment termination. Participants will learn about termination of contracts of service, termination and lay-off benefits, retrenchment and the Code of Conduct for Industrial Harmony 1975. The programme introduces legal requirements and relevant HR considerations when ending an employment relationship. Participants will also explore practical situations through case studies, demonstrations and assignments.

08 What is the difference between a contract of service and a contract for service?

A contract of service generally refers to an employment relationship between an employer and an employee. A contract for service generally refers to an arrangement where a person or business provides services as an independent service provider. The distinction can affect how employment-related rights and obligations are assessed. Day 2 includes this topic under the module on other amendments, helping participants understand why the nature of a working relationship matters.

09 Will the course cover flexible working arrangements and employment of foreign workers?

Yes. Day 2 covers flexible working arrangements and employment considerations involving foreign workers. Participants will explore the relevant Employment Act provisions and their implications for workplace administration. The module also explains the distinction between contracts for service and contracts of service. These topics help HR professionals understand employment arrangements that may require particular attention when managing employees and workplace policies.

10 What will I learn about employer compliance and employment regulations?

The course introduces the Employment Regulations 1957 and the Employment (Part-Time Employees) Regulations 2010. Participants will learn about employer obligations, potential consequences of non-compliance, grievance handling, workplace dispute resolution and the role of labour courts. The module helps participants understand how employment-related complaints and compliance concerns may be addressed through the relevant processes.

11 Does the course include practical activities and assessments?

Yes. The training includes lectures, storytelling, case studies, demonstrations, group discussions, presentations, assignments and interactive activities. Participants will take part in the Batu Seremban activity on Day 1 and The Alchymyst's HR Card Game on Day 2. The programme concludes with a final assessment consisting of 20 multiple-choice questions. These activities are intended to reinforce key Employment Act concepts and encourage active participation throughout the training.

12 How long does the Employment Act – The Naked Truth course take?

The course takes two days, with training sessions running from 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM. Day 1 covers the Employment Act 1955, wages, working hours, overtime, leave entitlements and parental protection. Day 2 focuses on workplace sexual harassment, termination, retrenchment, flexible working arrangements, foreign workers and employer compliance.

13 Do I need to bring my own laptop for the Employment Act training?

No. CAD Training Centre provides laptops for participants attending physical classes at our Puchong centre. You may bring your own laptop if preferred. The programme focuses on practical employment law knowledge through case studies, discussions and interactive activities. The course website also confirms that training handouts and legal reference materials are provided.

14 Will I receive a certificate after completing the Employment Act course?

Yes. Participants receive a Certification of Attendance after completing the Employment Act – The Naked Truth Training Course. The certificate recognises completion of the 2-day programme covering the Employment Act 1955 and its practical applications in HR management.

15 What language is the Employment Act – The Naked Truth course conducted in?

The training is conducted bilingually in English and Bahasa Melayu.

16 Is the Employment Act – The Naked Truth course HRD Corp claimable?

Yes. Our Employment Act – The Naked Truth Training Course is HRD Corp claimable.

17 Is there a surau (prayer room) available at CAD Training Centre?

Yes, we have a surau available at our training centre in Puchong. Muslim participants can use the prayer room during breaks throughout the training day.

18 Can I attend Employment Act – The Naked Truth training online instead of in a classroom?

Classroom training means physical attendance in Puchong with face-to-face guidance and co-learning with other participants. Online training runs live via Zoom with hands-on, screen-shared exercises, better if you're outside the Klang Valley or want to save on travel time.

19 Can I repeat the Employment Act – The Naked Truth course if I need more practice?

Yes, free repeat classes are available, no questions asked, if you need a refresher.

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