According to the lawyer, they are targeted, so they do not reduce the balance of annual leave, and the employee’s workplace is reserved during them.
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For those studying in formal education programs, upon presenting a certificate from the education provider, the following applies:
- 3 calendar days for each exam
- 2 calendar days for each credit test
- 6 calendar days for each state final exam
- 30 calendar days to prepare and defend a final thesis or dissertation
For laboratory work and consultations, according to E. Kiznė, as many days are granted as specified in the curricula and schedules.
“Those participating in non-formal adult education programs or self-education are entitled to up to 5 working days per year,” said the lawyer.
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According to E. Kiznė, part of the average salary is left only to those whose employment relationship with the same employer lasts longer than five years.
“Even then, no more than 10 working days per year are paid, and at least half of the average salary is retained for them. Non-formal education is paid only when it is related to qualification improvement, and self-education is not paid unless otherwise agreed,” explained the lawyer.
According to her, the payment rule generally does not apply to employers with an average number of employees less than 10.
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“In such companies, the employee and employer agree on the payment for study leave themselves. The leave itself applies as everywhere else, only the money issue remains a matter of negotiation,” emphasized E. Kiznė.
She also stated that studies are not a basis to demand a different work schedule or remote work.
The Labor Code contains a list of employees whose requests the employer must satisfy, and students are not included in it.
“You can always ask. If you request in writing to change the terms of the employment contract, refusal must be justified and provided in writing within five working days. The employer is not obliged to satisfy the request,” the lawyer indicated.
According to her, if the employment relationship with the same employer does not last longer than five years, study leave will not be paid. Unless otherwise agreed.
