Sexual harassment is a constant presence in
America’s workplaces. To prevent harassment, we need to understand it. For many
people, “sexual harassment” is an emotionally-charged topic loaded with
confusion and uncertainty.
This interactive online course is designed to
provide a comprehensive explanation of what sexual harassment is, how it can
occur in the workplace, current legal positions, and how management can
maintain a harassment-free workplace.
Some of the topics that will be covered in
this course include: behaviors that constitute sexual harassment, the different
types of harassment including abusive conduct, what constitutes a hostile work
environment, and how to handle complaints. If you are a manager in California
this course includes specific references to California laws regarding Sexual
Harassment training. This course is designed to be compliant with California standards.
California has enacted a mandatory training law (SB 1343), requiring private employers of 5 or more to provide at least two hours of training to supervisory personnel on prevention of sexual harassment. This course was designed to meet the requirements of AB 1825 as well as the mandates outlined in California AB 2053 on abusive conduct and California SB 396 on gender identity, gender expression, and sexual orientation.
AB 1661 legislation requires this training to be approved by local entity counsel. For questions regarding approval for your entity, please contact your local human resources representative.
The course should be taught in conjunction with a review of your entity's harassment/discrimination policy. Please contact your local human resources representative if you have any questions regarding your entity's policy.
Identify workplace behavior that might be considered harassment
Explain the legal and other consequences of harassment
Describe your role and responsibility in creating a work environment free from harassment
Define your responsibility to respond effectively to complaints of harassment or retaliation
State what actions to take against sexual harassment
Describe sound policies and procedures on harassment
SUBJECT MATTER EXPERT: Kimberly Foster
Kimberly Foster is the President and a principle consultant at Foster Assets, LLC. She has over 20 years of experience specializing in mid-size organizations to Fortune 50 companies providing guidance and leadership to senior managers in startup, growth and stable organizations. Her broad experience includes employment law, corporate risk management, employee relations, performance management, training and leadership development. She has experience in various industries including professional services, technology, insurance and financial services.
In her previous roles, she has developed, participated and implemented various client projects including HR compliance audits, policy development, internal investigations, employment law guidance and policy design. She has been a liaison to the DOL and EEOC. In addition, she participated in internal firm projects regarding state and federal compliance, and process improvement.Kimberly has also both developed and facilitated risk mitigation training.
Kimberly is currently the VP of Human Resources at VectorSolutions.
Kimberly has a BS in Psychology with honors from the University of Central Florida and a MA in Organizational Management from The University of Phoenix. She is a Certified through the state of NY in workplace investigations and is a certified Human Capital Strategist (HCS). She is a member of the Society for Human Resource Management (SHRM), and NY Human Resources Association (NY-HRA).
Professional Organizations
Human Resources Certification Institute (HRCI) - Certifications (aPHR, aPHRi, PHR, PHRi, PHRca, SPHR, SPHRi, GPHR) (General - 646334)
Society for Human Resource Management - SHRM - Certified Professional (General - 26-HCNTZ)
2 hrs. Online Course