Online Class: Preventing Workplace Harassment

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15Lessons
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7Hours
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0.7CEUs
Course Description
There are numerous issues that can occur in the workplace and cause problems. Some of them are based in management practices, some are related to the clients, others to the work itself…and then there are those that involve relationship and interactions amongst the staff. Not everyone is going to get along, and while that doesn't always mean that a problem can arise, there is the possibility that things can turn especially worrisome. One of the worst issues that can arise between staff members in a business is workplace harassment.
Harassment and bullying are such common occurrences in today's society that it's not unsurprising to hear that they can cause a problem at work. When there are instances of harassment in the workplace, there can be severe consequences for all involved. The distress amongst the employees that harassment causes can damage a business in terms of its performance and reputation. For many, preventing workplace harassment is a necessity for keeping the peace and keeping things running smoothly. This course will explore the options a business has for preventing workplace harassment. Some of the topics will include:
- Harassment Types--There is a lot that can be considered as harassment. It takes on many different forms, which can make it hard for business leaders to adequately take action against harassment. This section will look at the different forms of harassment and how they can be identified.
- Legal Elements--Harassment is illegal and the laws involved need to be taken seriously. This section will look at what those laws are and what business leaders need to know about them regarding prevention measures.
- Actions--In addition to preventing harassment, you also need know how to deal with existing cases in the workplace. This section will provide the tools and resources that can help.
This is just a small sample of what you can expect in this course. Take on the challenge to day and do what you can to prevent workplace harassment!
- Completely Online
- Self-Paced
- 6 Months to Complete
- 24/7 Availability
- Start Anytime
- PC & Mac Compatible
- Android & iOS Friendly
- Accredited CEUs

Course Lessons
Lesson One - What Is Workplace Harassment?
Lesson discussions: Reasons for Taking this Course
Complete Assignment: Motives for Taking this Course
Assessment: Lesson 1 Quiz
Lesson Two - Identifying Characteristics of Workplace Harassment
Assessment: Lesson 2 Quiz
Lesson Three - Hostile Environment
Assessment: Lesson 3 Quiz
Lesson Four - Retaliation
Assessment: Lesson 4 Quiz
Lesson Five - Quid Pro Quo
Assessment: Lesson 5 Quiz
Lesson Six - Sexual Harassment
Assessment: Lesson 6 Quiz
Lesson Seven - Discrimination
Assessment: Lesson 7 Quiz
Lesson Eight - The Perpetrators of Workplace Harassment
Assessment: Lesson 8 Quiz
Lesson Nine - The Role of Industry and Occupations
Assessment: Lesson 9 Quiz
Lesson Ten - Rights and Responsibilities
Assessment: Lesson 10 Quiz
Lesson Eleven - The Legalities Of Workplace Harassment
Assessment: Lesson 11 Quiz
Lesson Twelve - Prevention Measures
Assessment: Lesson 12 Quiz
Lesson Thirteen - Creating A Reporting System
Assessment: Lesson 13 Quiz
Lesson Fourteen - Taking Action
Assessment: Lesson 14 Quiz
Lesson Fifteen - Additional Resources
Lesson discussions: End of Course Poll; Course Comments; Program Evaluation Follow-up Survey (End of Course)
Assessment: Lesson 15 Quiz
Assessment: The Final Exam
Learning Outcomes
- Determine what workplace harassment is and how to identify its characteristics.
- Describe what a hostile environment is and what retaliation constitutes.
- Define Quid Pro Quo.
- Recognize sexual harassment and discrimination.
- Summarize the perpetrators of workplace harassment.
- Summarize rights and responsibilities of employees.
- Describe the legalities of workplace harassment.
- Summarize prevention measures employers can use to prevent workplace harassment.
- Create a reporting system.
- Determine steps to take action against workplace harassment.
- Demonstrate mastery of lesson content at levels of 70% or higher.
Additional Course Information

- Document Your Lifelong Learning Achievements
- Earn an Official Certificate Documenting Course Hours and CEUs
- Verify Your Certificate with a Unique Serial Number Online
- View and Share Your Certificate Online or Download/Print as PDF
- Display Your Certificate on Your Resume and Promote Your Achievements Using Social Media

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Student Testimonials
- "Overall a well organized and informational course. It added to my knowledge in a very good way. The section on creating a reporting system was the most helpful." -- Julianna S.
- "The course was very help. I enjoyed learning more about workplace harassment." -- Francia B.
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