Get a comprehensive overview of key laws impacting the workplace and your responsibilities as the HR administrator for complying with them. We review most of the major federal laws that affect human resources departments: EEO, Title VII, ADEA, ADA and more. We also explore how compliance with the law affects policies and procedures in your organization.

Reduce potentially costly lawsuits and improve your ability to handle challenging HR issues. This program's six-module format addresses HR and management practices. Learn key pieces of federal legislation on sexual harassment, age discrimination and FMLA; the role of the EEOC and its investigation process; how to improve employee recruitment and selection while avoiding legal pitfalls; the importance of effectively communicating base pay; and the process, methods and purpose of performance appraisals. Small business owners, new and junior human resources practitioners, and new or experienced managers and business managers will benefit from this course. Books included