How to Get Out of an Employment Contract Due to Lack of Proper Training
- 1). Ask if you're an at-will employee. If your company considers you an at-will employee, you may terminate your employment contract at any time for any reason. Contact your human resources department to inquire about your specific contract. If this is the case, simply submit your resignation and/or written termination notice to your supervisor and HR department.
- 2). Ask for additional training. Make every effort to obtain the necessary training to do your job effectively. Present your case in a professional manner and explain to your employer that your lack of proper training affects your ability to succeed in your job. Explain how this training is necessary if you're to contribute to the organizational mission.
- 3). Document your situation. If the situation escalates to the point where you must break your employment contract, you need proper documentation to support your claim that the employer didn't properly train you. Document the details of your training, including specific processes on which you've been trained, as well as how much time was spent in training and who conducted the training. Also document the results of the lack of proper training: For example, cite instances when you were unable to complete specific tasks because of your lack of training. Maintain copies of any relevant documents, including emails, relating to your training and job performance.
- 4). Discuss the situation with your employer. Schedule an appointment to talk to your supervisor and the human resources department to inform them of your belief that you can't perform in your job and wish to break your employment contract. Discuss the consequences of breaking the contract and ask if the employer would be willing to let you go without repercussions. If you're unable to do your job due to a lack of training, and the employer is unable or unwilling to provide the necessary training, it may decide it's cheaper to terminate your contract than to attempt to enforce it.
- 5). Consult with an attorney. You may wish to seek legal consultation if you determine you're unable to resolve the issue on your own. The specific process for breaking an employment contract due to a lack of proper training varies from state to state. An attorney specializing in employment law can examine your specific contract and situation to determine whether legal recourse is appropriate.