Review of 'Sexual Harassment in the Workplace'
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If you manage and/or own your own company, at a minimum, protect yourself, your company, and your employees by implementing the basics outlined in this course. | Instructional Content Provided | | 9 | | Organization, Mechanics, Formatting | | 9 | | Originality, Tool Use, Media, Activities | | 8 | | Instructor Expertise | | 8 | | Instructor Participation | | 9 | |
"Informative" | Course Difficulty: Not Too Bad
Estimated Length: 1 to 2 weeks
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Course Description It seems you can't pick up a newspaper in the morning without reading about another sexual harassment case in the workplace. Workplace sexual harassment is a growing problem and one that most people will likely have to deal with at some point in their professional lives. In addition, sexual harassment is a difficult concept because the very words mean different things to different people. What is sexual harassment? What are the laws and rules that govern sexual harassment? And what can we (as workers, managers, and organizations) do to prevent and respond to sexual harassment? This online course, Sexual Harassment Compliance, will help you answer these questions and more. This online course is designed as a series of five concise and easy to follow lessons that will help you better understand the finer points of sexual harassment. Developed with the business professional in mind, this course requires little more than a high school reading level and an open mind. There are no additional books or materials to buy! By the end of the class, you will have a better understanding of sexual harassment. You will not only become aware of the law, but you will also learn sexual harassment prevention strategies. In addition, you will learn what companies and personnel departments should do to respond to sexual harassment incidents effectively and sensitively. Editorial Review Sexual harassment is a problem of which all of us as working professionals must be aware. Failing to take sexual harassment seriously, by not understanding the gravity of the issue or by not preparing for potential situations can be disastrous. Sexual harassment can ruin businesses, professional relationships, and lives. On the other hand, learning to understand the legal and ethical issues associated with sexual harassment will benefit you and your business. Whether you are an employee trying to deal with a negative work environment or a business owner, this course will pay off in many ways. A better understanding of sexual harassment and the strategies and techniques to prevent and respond to it will help you develop your career and protect yourself and your business. Here are the goals of the course: - To understand what sexual harassment is
- To learn what behaviors are acceptable and unacceptable
- To learn solutions for preventing sexual harassment
- To understand procedures and guidelines to follow when a sexual harassment incident occurs
This course is designed as a series of five concise and comprehensive lessons to guide you in the learning process. - Lesson 1: Sexual Harassment in the Workplace
- Lesson 2: Assessing Problem Situations and preventing sexual harassment
- Lesson 3: Responding Effectively to sexual harassment (recognizing and reporting incidents)
- Lesson 4: Understanding the Law - State and Federal
- Lesson 5: Designing Policies and Procedures
After you complete each lesson, you will take a basic exam, worth about 20 points toward your final grade. These exams are not complicated and are designed to test your understanding of the lesson material. If you read and understand the lessons, there is no reason you will not be able to score high marks on each exam and the entire course. As you move through the course material, you will notice several appealing features of the course design. First, each lesson is all-inclusive. In other words, you won’t need to buy any other materials! This course contains interactive and engaging lessons complete with facts, statistics, and examples to help clarify the material. Importantly, each lesson also contains web links to external websites where you can find additional information. One of the most attractive aspects of learning online is the flexibility and this class is no exception. Because you can access the materials anytime and learn at you own pace, there is no need to disrupt your schedule. In addition, there are many ways to contact your instructor and interact with your classmates to enhance the learning experience. Finally, it is important to understand that this course is not a substitute for legal advice. However, it will provide you with strategies and skills you can apply to prevent sexual harassment in your place of business. You will find that these skills and strategies are invaluable, allowing you to create a better workplace for yourself and your co-workers or employees. So, don't delay! You cannot afford to wait another minute to increase your knowledge of sexual harassment. Your career, your business, and your personal well-being may be at stake. Sign up now! Registration is always open!
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