Human Resources for Anyone with Newly Assigned HR Responsibilities

New to HR? Recently been asked to take on greater HR responsibilities?

This course will swiftly get you up to speed on all aspects of HR — from legal and compliance issues to hiring and firing, benefits administration, records maintenance and more!

In just one intensive day of HR basics training, you'll learn ...

• An HR overview on FLSA, EEO, FMLA, ADA and more
• Benefits essentials covering the basics of workers' comp, FMLA and COBRA
• Recordkeeping 101: what to keep, how long to keep it, what to toss and who has access
• Best practices to establish employees' confidence and earn respect
• Strategies for employee coaching, counseling and discipline
• Ways to use AI tools in recruiting, policy writing, and training and development
• Dos and don'ts of using AI tools
• Critical, need-to-know legal info about hiring and firing

How to get on-the-mark HR 101 training that guarantees success in a single day!

Relax and focus in a positive, open learning environment with other professionals who understand and share your concerns and questions about HR issues. We’ve created a format that breaks down the most critical information for you so it’s easy to comprehend and apply to your own work situations. We'll cover a broad range of material related to HR responsibilities but ensure it's presented in a manner that makes it easy to absorb and digest. You’ll have ample time to ask questions, discuss ideas, even network with your colleagues as you discover how to meet the challenges and responsibilities of your new position head-on!

You've got your work cut out for you, but we can help! This information-packed seminar was designed to deliver the most information condensed down into a human resources responsibilities list. From legislation affecting OSHA, COBRA, FLSA, ADA, FMLA and HIPAA to the best practices in benefits, record keeping, hiring, firing and discrimination, this seminar is a foundational course to train you to spot key HR issues, and how to tackle them.

Quick Quiz: How well do you know HR?

• What are the "best practices" that will help keep your organization out of legal hot water?
• As an HR professional, how should you respond to a charge of sexual harassment within your organization?
• Can you legally ask an applicant about the reasons for leaving a previous job?
• What are the legal guidelines for making changes to the employee manual?
• How can you be sure to stay in compliance with HIPAA’s privacy guidelines?
• How long should you retain personnel records after employees leave your company?
• What steps should you take during an employee's termination process to avoid a wrongful discharge lawsuit?

How did you do? If you hesitated on even one of these questions, it might be time to sign up and learn basic HR training! Keeping up with the latest legal trends, changes in best practices, legislative updates and court rulings is a tough job for even the most seasoned HR veteran, let alone someone who’s new to the field! Attend Human Resources for Anyone with Newly Assigned HR Responsibilities and become a more effective, productive and knowledgeable HR professional in just one day!

Laws and Practices that Comply: How to Stay on Top of Federal Rulesand Regulations

The laws every HR professional should know regarding FLSA, EEO, OSHA, FMLA, ADA and HIPAA, as well as the best practices to keep your organization out of legal trouble and minimize liability. Resources such as the employee manual — rules for must-have content (and guidelines on what to leave out!) will be offered to clarify HR responsibilities. These tips for educating employees on written — and unwritten — company policies will follow with training every employee must receive to ensure safe and legal procedures within your organization

Safe Hiring and Firing Practices: Critical Legal Issues for All HR Professionals

Legal Hiring Practices: What you may and may not ask in an interview (and why), as well as the best practices to guarantee you are hiring the right person for the position. In this part of HR basics training, you will also have access to a checklist of steps every HR professional must take before hiring, which will include references, background checks, drug tests and more to guarantee you can get all the information you would want to know about a candidate.

Benefits Administration: Policies and Procedures to Help You Help Your Employees

As someone with HR responsibilities, you will learn all about benefit essentials such as workers’ compensation, FMLA and COBRA during this HR 101 training. You will learn about the pedagogical side of benefits, such as knowing how to educate employees on their eligibility and how to guarantee your employees are picking the right benefits suitable for their circumstances. Aiding and assisting your employees is essential to help them know that HR is a resource for them that has their best interests at heart.

Record Keeping and Records Retention: How to Create an Efficient, Effective and Legally Compliant Program

As a first-time team member with HR responsibilities, it's essential to have a compliant program for all employees. This training will teach you how and why to have a list of employee records you must have access to at all times, records the government requires. Learn how to prepare for an audit, pre-employment and employment records you must keep under the EEOC. Become knowledgeable about confidentiality and the HR function and best practices human resources professionals can implement to guarantee all information stays between an employee and human resources.