Assignment Task

Introduce the current nature of the vocational area in Ireland and internationally Assess the issues affecting the vocational area for each of the following categories Technological/Climate/Cultural changes, Direct and indirect influences on the sector Financial issues The need to be self-aware when dealing with contractual issues For each of the 4 areas above Explain the nature of the issue.

Describe how it affects the vocational area Explain how this issue is changing the vocational area Research and analysis of the legislation affecting the vocational area for each of the following; Health & Safety and Welfare Acts Equal Status Acts GDPR Acts Minimum Wage Acts Legislation about leave arrangement Legislation specific to the vocational area

• For each piece of legislation:

• Describe how it affects employment in the vocational area Conclusion: Summarise the main points of your assignment and reflect on how these issues may impact on your future career. Reflect on work-related issues and needs which you experienced.