Workplace Harassment Prevention Training for Managers

Instructors: Kriti Kamra

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3 modules

Gain insight into a topic and learn the fundamentals.

Beginner level

Recommended experience

2 hours to complete

Flexible schedule

Learn at your own pace

3 modules

Gain insight into a topic and learn the fundamentals.

Beginner level

Recommended experience

2 hours to complete

Flexible schedule

Learn at your own pace

What you'll learn

Explain the key managerial responsibilities in preventing and addressing workplace misconduct.
Recognize the importance of proactive culture-building in maintaining a respectful and inclusive work environment.
Distinguish between proactive actions and passive or harmful behaviors that impact workplace culture.
Apply effective harassment intervention strategies and demonstrate follow-up and reintegration steps to maintain a respectful workplace.

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Assessments

5 assignments

Taught in English

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There are 3 modules in this course

The course meets the legal requirement in some regions, such as California, for an additional one-hour training focused on leadership responsibilities in preventing workplace harassment.

As a leader, you have a key role in promoting a safe, respectful, and inclusive workplace. In this course, you’ll learn about your specific responsibilities as a manager, how to identify and address concerns, and how to set a strong example for your team. The course features real-life scenarios, interactive activities, videos, and assessments to help you apply your learning in practical situations. This course includes a variety of instructional strategies to support effective learning. You will engage with interactive components such as case-based scenarios, knowledge checks, and quizzes designed to reinforce your understanding and promote active participation. The course culminates in a final comprehensive quiz that reinforces key concepts and assesses your readiness to recognize, prevent, and respond to workplace sexual harassment. By the end of the course, you will be able to respond to harassing behaviors and create respectful, harassment-free teams.

This module focuses on the critical role that managers and supervisors play in creating a positive and inclusive workplace culture. It covers their responsibility to address misconduct proactively, promote respectful communication, and build an environment where everyone feels valued and safe. Through interactive activities, you will gain insights into how managerial actions can prevent workplace harassment and foster a more supportive organizational atmosphere.

What's included

3 readings2 assignments2 plugins

3 readings Total 8 minutes

Introduction 3 minutes
Course overview 2 minutes
Managerial responsibilities and proactive culture 3 minutes

2 assignments Total 16 minutes

Managerial responsibilities and proactive culture 8 minutes
Managerial responsibilities and proactive culture 8 minutes

2 plugins Total 12 minutes

Activity: Supervisor's responsibility and liability 5 minutes
Activity: Proactive culture building 7 minutes

This module focuses on equipping managers with the essential skills and strategies to navigate various workplace harassment scenarios effectively. It covers the importance of accurate documentation, how to respond to complaints with empathy and clarity, methods for evaluating credibility while avoiding bias, and intervention techniques for addressing inappropriate behavior. Additionally, it addresses the complexities of handling informal complaints, remote team considerations, and the crucial process of follow-up and reintegration after a complaint has been resolved.

What's included

3 videos2 assignments4 plugins

3 videos Total 4 minutes

How to respond to a complaint 2 minutes
Recognizing and acting on informal signals 1 minute
Reintegration after a complaint 1 minute

2 assignments Total 16 minutes

Best practices and intervention strategies 8 minutes
Best Practices and Intervention Strategies 8 minutes

4 plugins Total 27 minutes

Activity: Foundations of handling harassment 7 minutes
Activity: Ensuring fairness and objectivity 7 minutes
Activity: Intervention strategies for managers 7 minutes
Activity: Remote team considerations 6 minutes

This final module provides learners with the opportunity to demonstrate their understanding of the course material through a comprehensive assessment. The assessment is designed to evaluate the knowledge acquired throughout the course, ensuring alignment with the defined learning objectives. Upon successful completion, learners will receive a certificate of achievement.