Legals Issues for HR Professionals

Each day, HR professionals implement a variety of state, federal and local laws associated with various employment-related situations. This course will assist you in becoming better informed about how your role and responsibilities can impact the organization’s overall bottom line. You’ll also learn how written policies and procedures impact employees and the organization, and how you can minimize the company’s exposure to costly employee lawsuits and administrative fees.

Workplace Applications:

• Realizing the various legal considerations of hiring, promotion and termination issues
• Correctly structuring employee handbooks, documentation and employment policies
• Distinguishing between state and Federal regulations and guidelines for anti-discrimination laws
• Conducting workplace investigations and effectively dealing with employee privacy issues

This is a core course in the Human Resources Certificate Program.