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Preventing Sexual Harassment in the Workplace (CD-ROM based, Paper-Based)

$125

Overview:

Become aware of the seriousness and consequences of sexual harassment in the workplace. This course defines sexual harassment, reviews how employees document incidents of harassment, discusses methods of resolving sexual harassment complaints, and describes federal EEOC requirements. Equivalent to 16 classroom hours.

In this independent study online course, assistance is available as needed. Take up to six months to complete. (Course is available in both paper-based and CD versions: include a note with registration giving us your preference or call (303) 236-8500.)

Schedule: Enroll anytime. Take up to six months to complete. Register online or contract the Graduate School, USDA.

Who Should Attend?

Federal employees, supervisors and managers of any occupation or grade level.

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Objectives:

Know the EEOC definition of sexual harassment

Define quid pro quo and hostile environment harassment

Use appropriate techniques for documenting incidents of sexual harassment

Know the federal resolution procedures for resolving sexual harassment complaints

Explain ways that victims should document incidences and what options they have to stop inappropriate behavior

Discuss employer liability in harassment cases

Syllabus:

Syllabus -- Preventing Sexual Harassment in the Workplace, EEOP7003N, Grad. School, USDA

COURSE DESCRIPTION

Preventing Sexual Harassment in the Workplace presents the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission's (EEOC) definition of two types of sexual harassment -- quid pro quo and hostile environment. Other information provided is an overview of employer liability according to EEOC guidelines. The course also explains the ways a victim of sexual harassment can document incidents of harassment, including keeping a journal, getting a witness, confiding in a co-worker and writing a letter to the harasser.

COURSE CONTENTS

Lesson 1: What Is Sexual Harassment?

Legal Definition
Quid Pro Quo Harassment
Hostile Environment Harassment
A Common-Sense Definition
Sexual Behavior
Deliberate and/or Repeated
Not Welcome, Asked For, or Returned
Sexual Harassment Checklist
Summary

Lesson 2: How Serious a Problem Is Sexual Harassment?

Commonness of Sexual Harassment
Federal Government Statistics
Business and Industry Statistics
Sexual Harassment Impact on Organizations and Employees
Legal Liability of Organizations
Settlement and Legal Costs
Cost in Human Terms
Victims
Co-workers
Harassers
Summary

Lesson 3: What Do You Do If Sexual Harassment Occurs?

Confront the Harasser
State Objectives
Plan What to Say
Speak to the Harasser
Inform a Supervisor
Contact an EEO Counselor
Gather Evidence
Keep a Journal
Find a Witness
Confide in a Co-worker
Write a Letter
Document Health or Psychological Problems
Maintain Credibility
Be Professional
Be Sure Work Continues to Be of High Quality
Be Courteous and Respectful to Co-workers
Summary

Lesson 4: What Are Resolution Procedures?

Resolution Procedures
The EEO Complaint Process
Initial Interview
Counselor Resolution Efforts
Final Interview
Formal Complaint
Alternative Dispute Resolution Procedures
Negotiated Grievance Procedures
Summary

Paper version available upon request.

Course Details

CODE:	EEOP7003N
TYPE:	Distance Education
LENGTH:	Up to 6 Month(s)
CREDIT:	1.6 CEU

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