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As organizations face increasingly complex legal landscapes, HR professionals must navigate various employment laws to ensure compliance and protectÌýemployees and employers. This course offers a comprehensive overview of key employment laws and their application within Human Resources. Participants will gain a deep understanding of foundational legal principles, including Title VII of the Civil Rights Act, the Americans with Disabilities Act, Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) laws, the Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA), and other critical regulations affecting the employee life cycle.

Throughout the course, students will explore effectively integrating legal knowledge into organizational policies and HR strategies. Emphasis will be placed on recognizing potential legal issues within workplace scenarios and developing actionable solutions that promote compliance, fairness, and ethical practices. From recruitment and hiring to performance management and termination, students will learn to manage employee relations while maintaining a legally compliant workplace.

Key topics include:

• Understanding Title VII and anti-discrimination laws
• Compensation laws, including ERISA and the Equal Pay Act
• Managing leave laws, including FMLA and worker’s compensation
• Handling employee complaints and conducting investigations
• Navigating labor laws such as the Age Discrimination in Employment Act (ADEA) and the National Labor Relations Act (NLRA)
• Promoting diversity and inclusion while adhering to legal frameworks

By the end of the course, participants will be able to:

• Identify and apply key employment laws in real-world HR scenarios
• Develop and revise policies that comply with legal standards and protect employee rights
• Communicate compliance strategies to organizational leadership through coaching and training
• Analyze workplace issues, conduct investigations, and resolve legal challenges effectively
• Foster a fair, ethical, and legally compliant work environment

Designed for aspiring HR professionals and those seeking to enhance their leadership skills, this course provides a foundational understanding of employment law that can be applied immediately within the workplace. Students will walk away with the tools necessary to advocate for legal compliance confidently, protect employee rights and contribute to a workplace that promotes trust and integrity.

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