Online Class: Sexual Harassment Compliance

This course will help you understand, recognize, respond and ultimately end sexual harassment in the workplace.

Self-Paced, Online Class
Sheffield Public Library
 
  • 5
    Lessons
  • 6
    Exams &
    Assignments
  • 1,350
    Students
    have taken this course
  • 2
    Hours
    average time
  • 0.2
    CEUs
  •  
    Video Audit
    Available
 
 
 

Course Description

Imagine a workplace where every individual feels safe, respected, and valued—an environment where professionalism and integrity thrive. In today’s world, where sexual harassment headlines often dominate the news, fostering such a space is more critical than ever. Whether you’re a business leader, manager, or employee, understanding how to prevent and respond to sexual harassment isn’t just a legal obligation—it’s the foundation of a healthy, productive workplace.

Sexual harassment can be a complex and uncomfortable topic. It goes beyond just knowing the laws or following HR guidelines; it’s about understanding human behavior, respect, power dynamics, and the subtle, often unseen ways harassment can manifest. This course is designed not only to inform you about what constitutes sexual harassment but to transform your approach to it. You’ll gain the tools needed to create real, lasting change in your workplace.

Why This Course Matters

This course is more than just another required training session. It’s an opportunity to deeply engage with the issue and understand its many facets. You won’t just learn definitions—you’ll dive into real-world scenarios, exploring the nuances of behavior that can sometimes blur the line between harmless interactions and harassment. Whether it’s a casual joke or an inappropriate comment in a virtual meeting, you’ll learn how to spot the red flags before they escalate.

The goal is to empower you, whether you're an HR professional or simply someone who wants to contribute to a better workplace. You’ll walk away with a clear understanding of your rights, your responsibilities, and the practical steps you can take to ensure that harassment has no place in your work environment. This isn’t just knowledge—it’s action.

What Makes This Course Different

We understand that sexual harassment training can sometimes feel dry and disconnected. That’s why we’ve designed this course to be different. It’s built around storytelling and real-life case studies that will keep you engaged and help you understand the human impact of harassment. It’s about more than just compliance—it’s about creating a cultural shift.

You’ll explore the deeper emotional and psychological effects harassment has on individuals and teams. Understanding these hidden consequences will make you a more empathetic and effective leader, coworker, or HR professional. By the end of this course, you won’t just be prepared to react to harassment—you’ll be equipped to prevent it from happening in the first place.

Building a Culture of Respect

Sexual harassment doesn’t just harm individuals—it erodes entire organizations. A workplace where harassment is unchecked is one where trust, creativity, and collaboration break down. On the other hand, a workplace that actively fosters respect and prevents harassment is one where innovation and productivity thrive.

This course will guide you through designing and implementing effective policies that go beyond just checking a compliance box. You’ll learn how to create living policies that resonate with your team, ensuring they understand the procedures for reporting harassment and what consequences exist for violations. You’ll also gain clarity on how state and federal laws apply to your organization in practical, actionable ways.

A Transformative Learning Experience

By taking this course, you’re not just protecting your company—you’re investing in yourself. You’ll develop leadership skills that will set you apart in any industry, whether you’re in management, HR, or just starting your career. You’ll leave with the confidence to spot potential problems before they escalate, handle complaints with professionalism and empathy, and foster an environment where everyone feels respected and heard.

A Call to Action

This course is more than just education—it’s a call to action. Sexual harassment can only be eliminated when individuals take responsibility and workplaces are built on a foundation of respect, transparency, and accountability. Whether you’re here to enhance your knowledge, protect your team, or drive cultural change, this course will give you everything you need to make a difference.

Are you ready to become a leader in preventing sexual harassment and promoting dignity in your organization? If so, your journey starts here. Let’s build something better together.

Enroll today and be the change your workplace needs.

Course Motivation

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.
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! 
 
 

Course Lessons

Average Lesson Rating:
4.6 / 5 Stars (Average Rating)
"Extraordinarily Helpful"
(827 votes)
  • Lesson 1: Sexual Harassment in the Workplace

    Sexual harassment is one of the most pressing issues in today’s corporate and personal spheres. In an age of increased awareness and activism, this topic has come to the forefront, affecting industries across the board. Despite this, the reality remains sobering: sexual harassment continues to persist, often in forms that are less visible but just as damaging.
  • Lesson 2: Assessing Problem Situations and preventing sexual harassment

    Sexual harassment in the workplace remains one of the most pervasive yet preventable issues facing organizations today. While legal guidelines have been established to define and address harassment, the key to fostering a harassment-free environment lies in proactive prevention.
  • Lesson 3: Responding Effectively to sexual harassment (recognizing and reporting incidents)

    Sexual harassment in the workplace is an issue that can deeply affect both individuals and organizations. While the focus is often on preventing harassment, effective response and resolution are equally important. When an incident occurs, how it is handled can either escalate the problem or bring closure, healing, and justice to the parties involved.
  • Lesson 4: Understanding the Law - State and Federal

    Sexual harassment is a component of a broader legal framework designed to address and eliminate discrimination in the workplace. As our societal understanding of equality evolves, so too does the body of laws that govern workplace behavior, ensuring individuals are treated fairly and with respect.
  • Lesson 5: Designing Policies and Procedures

    Creating a sexual harassment policy is not just about legal compliance—it's about fostering a safe, inclusive, and respectful workplace. In today's environment, where awareness of harassment and discrimination is higher than ever, employers need to be proactive in designing policies that protect their employees and create a culture of dignity and respect.
 

Learning Outcomes

By successfully completing this course, students will be able to:
  • Define sexual harassment in the workplace.
  • Assess problem situations and preventing sexual harassment.
  • Respond effectively to sexual harassment (recognizing and reporting incidents).
  • Summarize the law and sexual harassment, both on state and federal levels.
  • Design and implement policies and procedures to identity and prevent sexual harassment.
  • Demonstrate mastery of lesson content at levels of 70% or higher.
 

Additional Course Information

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Course Title: Sexual Harassment Compliance
Course Number: 7550240
Lessons Rating: 4.6 / 5 Stars (827 votes)
Languages: English - United States, Canada and other English speaking countries
Availability: With online access available nationwide, this course reaches all U.S. states, including California, Texas, Florida, New York, Pennsylvania, Illinois, Ohio, and Georgia. Additionally, it’s open to learners in English-speaking countries such as the UK, Australia, Canada, and New Zealand.
Last Updated: March 2024
Course Type: Self-Paced, Online Class
CEU Value: 0.2 IACET CEUs (Continuing Education Units)
CE Accreditation: Universal Class, Inc. has been accredited as an Authorized Provider by the International Association for Continuing Education and Training (IACET).
Grading Policy: Earn a final grade of 70% or higher to receive an online/downloadable CEU Certification documenting CEUs earned.
Assessment Method: Lesson assignments and review exams
Instructor: UniversalClass Instructional Team
Syllabus: View Syllabus

Student Testimonials

  • "I appreciate the lessons being short and clear. For someone like me that has trouble remaining focused I am very very grateful that the lessons were short and to the point while still giving examples so I can better understand." -- Jason R.
  • "Great Class and Instructor!" -- Maria F.
  • "Excellent instructor. Very knowledgeable." -- Mohammad H.
  • "The ideas about how to create and implement policies was most helpful." -- Philippa W.
  • "In general, it was great!" -- Norma L.
  • "Excellent instructor." -- John C.
  • "What was most helpful to me was the depth of knowledge presented." -- Kevin C.
  • "The course was informative." -- Richard A. P.

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