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Human Resources Fundamentals HRCI PHR Human Resources Fundamentals (HRCI/PHR) HRCI Professional in Human Resources (PHR) Professional in Human Resources (PHR) The Human Resource Certification Institute's (HRCI) certification examinations cover a broad range of workforce planning and employment issues, including core knowledge and concepts fundamental to the field of human resources. The HRCI certification examinations are widely  more...

Strategic Management HRCI PHR Strategic Management (HRCI/PHR) HRCI Professional in Human Resources (PHR) Professional in Human Resources (PHR) The Human Resource Certification Institute's (HRCI) certification examinations cover a broad range of workforce planning and employment issues, including strategic management. The HRCI certification examinations are widely recognized as the industry standard for evaluating HR  more...

Affirmative Action and the EEO HRCI PHR ...t of certain important discrimination cases on employment law, and the primary methods of complying with EEO laws and regulations. The course will also help you understand AA plans, that is, which companies must implement formal AA plans, what AA plans consist of, and how AA compliance audits are conducted. All the topics in this course are based on the Workforce Planning and Employment  more...

Employment Management HRCI PHR Employment Management (HRCI/PHR) HRCI Professional in Human Resources (PHR) Professional in Human Resources (PHR) The Human Resource Certification Institute's (HRCI) certification examinations, HRCI/PHR (Professional in Human Resources certification), cover a broad range of workforce planning and employment issues, including legislation affecting employee and consumer rights, and matters of  more...

Recruiting and Selecting Candidates HRCI PHR Recruiting and Selecting Candidates (HRCI/PHR) HRCI Professional in Human Resources (PHR) Professional in Human Resources (PHR) The Human Resource Certification Institute's (HRCI) certification examinations, HRCI/PHR (Professional in Human Resources certification), cover a broad range of workforce planning and employment issues, including the recruitment and selection of new employees. The  more...

Offers Contracts and Exit from the Organization HRCI PHR Offers, Contracts, and Exit from the Organization (HRCI/PHR) HRCI Professional in Human Resources (PHR) Professional in Human Resources (PHR) Human Resource (HR) professionals today have to deal with particularly sensitive subjects regarding employment. This course examines employment offers for prospective candidates, contract creation, and record-keeping requirements. In addition, the  more...

Developing Employees HRCI PHR Developing Employees (HRCI/PHR) HRCI Professional in Human Resources (PHR) Professional in Human Resources (PHR) The Human Resource Certification Institute's (HRCI) certification examinations cover a broad range of workforce planning and employment issues, including the theories and applications of employee training and training program development. As a human resources professional, you are  more...

Developing Human Resources HRCI PHR Developing Human Resources (HRCI/PHR) HRCI Professional in Human Resources (PHR) Professional in Human Resources (PHR) The Human Resource Certification Institute's (HRCI) certification examinations cover a broad range of workforce planning and employment issues, including human resources development and performance management. As a human resources professional, you are responsible for  more...

Compensating Employees HRCI PHR Compensating Employees (HRCI/PHR) HRCI Professional in Human Resources (PHR) Professional in Human Resources (PHR) The Human Resource Certification Institute's (HRCI) certification examinations cover a broad range of workforce planning and employment issues, including the theories and applications associated with effective compensation. As a human resources professional, you are responsible  more...

Programs to Benefit Employees HRCI PHR Programs to Benefit Employees (HRCI/PHR) HRCI Professional in Human Resources (PHR) Professional in Human Resources (PHR) The Human Resource Certification Institute's (HRCI) certification examinations cover a broad range of workforce planning and employment issues, including the work rules and practices that apply to employee benefit programs. As a human resources professional, you are  more...

Employment Relations HRCI PHR Employment Relations (HRCI/PHR) HRCI Professional in Human Resources (PHR) Professional in Human Resources (PHR) The Human Resource Certification Institute's (HRCI) certification examinations cover a broad range of workforce planning and employment issues, including those affecting employee and labor relations. The HRCI certification examinations are widely recognized as the industry  more...

Sexual Harassment at Work HRCI PHR Sexual Harassment at Work (HRCI/PHR) HRCI Professional in Human Resources (PHR) Professional in Human Resources (PHR) The Human Resource Certification Institute's (HRCI) certification examinations cover a broad range of workforce planning and employment issues, including issues related to the prevention of discrimination and harassment. The HRCI certification examinations are widely  more...

Non-Unionized Workplaces HRCI PHR Non-Unionized Workplaces (HRCI/PHR) HRCI Professional in Human Resources (PHR) Professional in Human Resources (PHR) The Human Resource Certification Institute's (HRCI) certification examinations cover a broad range of workforce planning and employment issues, including those affecting employee and labor relations. The HRCI certification examinations are widely recognized as the industry  more...

Unionized Workplaces HRCI PHR Unionized Workplaces (HRCI/PHR) HRCI Professional in Human Resources (PHR) Professional in Human Resources (PHR) The Human Resource Certification Institute's (HRCI) certifications, including PHR (Professional in Human Resources), cover a broad range of workforce planning and employment issues, including those affecting employee and labor relations. The HRCI certification examinations are  more...

Health and Safety in the Workplace HRCI PHR Health and Safety in the Workplace (HRCI/PHR) HRCI Professional in Human Resources (PHR) Professional in Human Resources (PHR) The Human Resource Certification Institute's (HRCI) certification examinations, HRCI/PHR (Professional in Human Resources certification), cover a broad range of workforce planning and employment issues, including legislation affecting employee safety and health. The  more...

Risk Assessment and Prevention HRCI PHR Risk Assessment and Prevention (HRCI/PHR) HRCI Professional in Human Resources (PHR) Professional in Human Resources (PHR) The Human Resource Certification Institute's (HRCI) certification examinations cover a broad range of workforce planning and employment issues, including issues in risk assessment and prevention. The HRCI certification examinations are widely recognized as the industry  more...

HR s Strategic Role in the Organization HRCI SPHR HR's Strategic Role in the Organization (HRCI/SPHR) HRCI Senior Professional in Hurman Resources (SPHR) Senior Professional in Human Resources (SPHR) Managing change effectively within HR involves aligning the organization's people and processes with an ever-changing environment. HR professionals need to be able to anticipate, plan, and carry out change, using the tools at hand. Strategic  more...

Management of the HR Process HRCI SPHR Management of the HR Process (HRCI/SPHR) HRCI Senior Professional in Hurman Resources (SPHR) Senior Professional in Human Resources (SPHR) As HR moves into the twenty-first century, its role is becoming key in developing organizational strategy. As a result, it is crucial for HR professionals to have a working knowledge of other functional areas of the business, so that they can provide the  more...

Strategic Approaches to Workforce Planning and Employment HRCI SPHR Strategic Approaches to Workforce Planning and Employment (HRCI/SPHR) HRCI Senior Professional in Hurman Resources (SPHR) Senior Professional in Human Resources (SPHR) In order to remain competitive in the business world, organizations must ensure that they employ the right people in the right numbers at the right time. Workforce planning and employment involves the processes of planning,  more...

Strategic Approaches to Human Resource Development HRCI SPHR Strategic Approaches to Human Resource Development (HRCI/SPHR) HRCI Senior Professional in Hurman Resources (SPHR) Senior Professional in Human Resources (SPHR) In order to excel in business, organizations must translate their vision into the necessary level of competencies needed to achieve goals. This course examines how human resource development (HRD) aligns the skills, knowledge, and  more...

Strategic Approaches to Total Rewards HRCI SPHR Strategic Approaches to Total Rewards (HRCI/SPHR) HRCI Senior Professional in Hurman Resources (SPHR) Senior Professional in Human Resources (SPHR) One of the largest expenditures for organizations is often employee salaries and benefits. Developing an integrated compensation and benefits program that aligns with strategic goals is essential for HR today. This course examines how  more...

Strategic Approaches to Labor Relations HRCI SPHR Strategic Approaches to Labor Relations (HRCI/SPHR) HRCI Senior Professional in Hurman Resources (SPHR) Senior Professional in Human Resources (SPHR) HR professionals develop organizational strategies to secure and develop a company's successful and profitable operations. The employee plays a central role in such operations. As such it has become essential for HR professionals to constantly  more...

Strategic Approaches to Risk Management HRCI SPHR Strategic Approaches to Risk Management (HRCI/SPHR) HRCI Senior Professional in Hurman Resources (SPHR) Senior Professional in Human Resources (SPHR) Risk management, the safeguarding of the health, safety, and security of employees, is essential for business success and of particular concern to HR professionals. This course explains how to apply common occupational health, safety, and  more...

Fair Labor Standards Act FLSA ...ts on minimum wages and overtime. The FLSA became federal law in 1938 as part of President Roosevelt's New Deal its primary aim was to respond to growing concerns about poor working conditions in many industries. The FLSA regulates wages, maximum hours of work and overtime, as well as child labor. This course enables participants to understand the main provisions of the act, helping both  more...

Interviewing Hiring Practices ...subject matter support provided by the Labor & Employment Law Group of the law firm of Baker, Donelson, Bearman, Caldwell & Berkowitz, PC. Please note, however, that the course materials and content are for informational purposes only and do not constitute legal advice. Nothing herein, or in the course materials, shall be construed as professional advice as to any particular situation or  more...

Record Retention ...ddresses the compliance requirements of state and federal law. While disposing of too many records can increase a company's legal exposure, disposing of too few records increases the costs of storing the records. In this one-hour course, you'll learn how to identify which records must be retained and for how long, the different formats in which records may be stored, techniques for record  more...

Independent Contractors Temporary Employees Independent Contractors & Temporary Employees Many companies are hiring contract or temporary employees to meet their changing staffing needs. Before hiring an independent contractor or temporary employee--also referred to as a contingency worker--companies should be aware of the costs involved along with the relevant legal and taxation issues. It is important that both parties have a clear  more...

Documenting Discipline ...rovided by the Labor and Employment Practice Group of the law firm of Burr & Forman LLP. Please note, however, that the course materials and content are for informational purposes only and do not constitute legal advice. Nothing herein, or in the course materials, shall be construed as professional advice as to any particular situation or constitute a legal opinion with respect to compliance  more...

Code of Conduct Awareness ...ed with subject matter support provided by the Employment Law Group of the law firm of Baker, Donelson, Bearman, Caldwell & Berkowitz, PC. Please note, however, that the course materials and content are for informational purposes only and do not constitute legal advice. Nothing herein, or in the course materials, shall be construed as professional advice as to any particular situation or  more...

Workplace Ethics ...ed with subject matter support provided by the Employment Law Group of the law firm of Baker, Donelson, Bearman, Caldwell & Berkowitz, PC. Please note, however, that the course materials and content are for informational purposes only and do not constitute legal advice. Nothing herein, or in the course materials, shall be construed as professional advice as to any particular situation or  more...

Workplace Diversity Awareness ...ed with subject matter support provided by the Employment Law Group of the law firm of Baker, Donelson, Bearman, Caldwell & Berkowitz, PC. Please note, however, that the course materials and content are for informational purposes only and do not constitute legal advice. Nothing herein, or in the course materials, shall be construed as professional advice as to any particular situation or  more...

Antitrust - Overview ...laws prohibit business practices that undermine competitiveness or are considered to be unfair. The term 'antitrust' derives from US legislation that was originally formulated to combat business trusts now commonly known as cartels. There are three major federal antitrust laws: the Sherman Antitrust Act, the Clayton Act, and the Federal Trade Commission Act. Essentially, these laws prohibit  more...

Antitrust - Talking with the Competition Antitrust - Talking with the Competition Collaboration is an agreement to engage in some form of economic activity with another party. In modern markets, competitors may decide to collaborate for a number of reasons. These include funding innovation projects, sharing marketing or distribution costs, or implementing best practices in production or services. Collaborating with a competitor can  more...

Antitrust - Trade Associations ...ptible to antitrust investigation under federal and state laws, such as Section 1 of the Sherman Act and Section 5 of the Federal Trade Commission Act. These laws protect a competitive marketplace in which rival firms compete with respect to prices, products, and services. This precludes any trade association activities that would constitute price fixing, allocation of markets or customers,  more...

Getting Results without Direct Authority Reciprocity ...e way to get results without authority is to leverage the law of reciprocity. For example, you help someone with a difficult analysis and that person in turn helps you put together a presentation. Or you support a colleague in a meeting, and later you get a key role in that colleague's project. For any trade to be successful, though, you need to know what others need and what resources you have  more...

Anti-Money Laundering ... course provides basic information on US money laundering laws and international anti-money laundering efforts. It also discusses actions that those working in banks, insurance companies, and other financial institutions can take to better identify and manage risks associated with money laundering. This course was developed with subject matter support provided by the Labor, Employment, and  more...

Understanding the Risks of Using Internet Media Electronic Communications ...rovided by the Labor and Employment Practice Group of the law firm of Burr & Forman LLP. Please note, however, that the course materials and content are for informational purposes only and do not constitute legal advice. Nothing herein, or in the course materials, shall be construed as professional advice as to any particular situation or constitute a legal opinion with respect to compliance  more...

Foreign Corrupt Practices Act ... provided by the Labor, Employment, and Employee Benefits Law Group of the law firm of Sheehan Phinney Bass Green PA. Please note, however, that the course materials and content are for informational purposes only and do not constitute legal advice. Nothing herein, or in the course materials, shall be construed as professional advice as to any particular situation or constitute a legal opinion  more...

Intellectual Property Overview ...potential consequences of violating intellectual property laws. This course was developed with subject matter support provided by the Labor, Employment, and Employee Benefits Law Group of the law firm of Sheehan Phinney Bass Green PA. Please note, however, that the course materials and content are for informational purposes only and do not constitute legal advice. Nothing herein, or in the  more...

Trade Secrets ...TSA), in those states that have adopted it, and by common law principles in others. Owners may take legal action if their trade secrets are violated. The single most effective step owners can take to protect trade secrets is to get employees, contractors, and other relevant individuals to sign properly drafted, binding nondisclosure agreements (NDAs). These agreements provide strong protection  more...

Understanding the Americans with Disabilities Act ADA ...s with Disabilities Act of 1990 (ADA). The ADA makes it unlawful to discriminate in employment against a qualified individual with a disability. The Act requires all private, state, or local government employers with 15 or more employees to ensure that people with disabilities have an equal opportunity to apply for jobs and work in positions for which they are qualified, have equal access to  more...

Conflicts of Interest in the Workplace ...rovided by the Labor and Employment Practice Group of the law firm of Burr & Forman LLP. Please note, however, that the course materials and content are for informational purposes only and do not constitute legal advice. Nothing herein, or in the course materials, shall be construed as professional advice as to any particular situation or constitute a legal opinion with respect to compliance  more...

Rightful Employment Termination ... risk of being involved in wrongful termination claims or lawsuits, or being held liable in the event that they are defending wrongful termination lawsuits, by following some basic guidelines during the hiring process and managing employees' performance during their tenure. Although most employees are employed at will (meaning that an employer can terminate them at any time, for any reason or  more...

Equal Employment Opportunity Discriminatory Practices in Hiring ...requested information prohibited under antidiscrimination laws. It is essential to know the types of questions that can, and cannot, be asked in order to avoid charges of unfair discrimination. It is also essential to understand how to use selection procedures that are free from intentional, and unintentional, discrimination. In this course, you will learn about the Equal Employment Opportunity  more...

Privacy Information Security ...certain businesses and industries is protected by various laws. For example the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) laws protect private medical information. Many states have enacted their own laws, and the federal government is regulated by the Privacy Act of 1974. Legislatures are increasingly responding to calls for greater protection of private information, and  more...

Procurement Integrity ... provided by the Labor, Employment, and Employee Benefits Law Group of the law firm of Sheehan Phinney Bass Green PA. Please note, however, that the course materials and content are for informational purposes only and do not constitute legal advice. Nothing herein, or in the course materials, shall be construed as professional advice as to any particular situation or constitute a legal opinion  more...

FMLA Leave and More ...shed by the Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA) and other laws. This course describes the family- and health-related situations that trigger an employee s eligibility to take leave under the FMLA. It also explores the other types of leave which are protected by law and examines the criteria for leave entitlement. This course incorporates the FMLA regulations issued by the U.S. Department of  more...

Promoting a Substance-free Workplace ...subject matter support provided by the Labor & Employment Law Group of the law firm of Burr and Forman LLP. Please note, however, that the course materials and content are for informational purposes only and do not constitute legal advice. Nothing herein, or in the course materials, shall be construed as professional advice as to any particular situation or constitute a legal opinion with  more...

Code of Conduct Company Template ...rovided by the Labor and Employment Practice Group of the law firm of Baker, Donelson, Bearman, Caldwell & Berkowitz, PC. Please note, however, that the course materials and content are for informational purposes only and do not constitute legal advice. Nothing herein, or in the course materials, shall be construed as professional advice as to any particular situation or constitute a legal  more...

Integrity in the Workplace ...ies. Almost every employer is subject to state or federal laws and regulations, and if the employer does not promote an ethical culture, individual employees with integrity may choose to blow the whistle on their employer's wrongdoing. Whistleblowing isn't just for accountants or lawyers who uncover widespread evidence of fraud. It's also for average, everyday employees who discover illegal or  more...

Preventing Fraud Abuse ...gh stepped-up government regulations and tough anti-fraud laws, the business world has come a long way in cracking down on fraud. However, there is still great need for employees at all levels of business to be vigilant in their efforts to detect, report, and prevent fraud and abuse of all kinds. This course provides an introduction to the concepts surrounding fraud and abuse in the business  more...

Sarbanes-Oxley What You Need to Know ...counting scandals, the Sarbanes-Oxley Act was signed into law on July 30, 2002. The law is intended to protect investors by improving the accuracy and reliability of corporate disclosures required by law, and to enforce compliance by making both corporations and individuals accountable for their actions via administrative, civil, and criminal enforcement mechanisms. Sarbanes Oxley provides the  more...

I-9 Compliance Verifying Employment Eligibility of US Non-US Citizens ...oyees who are not authorized to work in this country. The law requires employers to verify the individual s eligibility for employment by requiring the employee to produce documentation that verifies who they are, and that they are authorized to work in the US. This requirement applies to all employees US and non-US citizens alike. Therefore, it's important to understand the requirements to be  more...

Illegal Insider Trading Simulation ... reviewed by the Labor, Employment, and Employee Benefits Law Group of the law firm of Sheehan Phinney Bass Green PA. As of the date reviewed, the content of this course is in compliance with federal law and court decisions. Due to the rapidly changing nature of the law, information in this course may become outdated. As a result, any individual using this course should consult with legal  more...

Workplace Diversity Awareness Simulation ... reviewed by the Labor, Employment, and Employee Benefits Law Group of the law firm of Baker Donelson Bearman, Caldwell & Berkowitz, PC. As of the date reviewed, the content of this course is in compliance with federal law and court decisions. Due to the rapidly changing nature of the law, information in this course may become outdated. As a result, any individual using this course should  more...

Managing Workplace Harassment Complaints Simulation ... reviewed by the Labor, Employment, and Employee Benefits Law Group of the law firm of Baker Donelson Bearman, Caldwell & Berkowitz, PC. As of the date reviewed, the content of this course is in compliance with federal law and court decisions. Due to the rapidly changing nature of the law, information in this course may become outdated. As a result, any individual using this course should  more...

Dealing With Sexual Harassment Simulation ... reviewed by the Labor, Employment, and Employee Benefits Law Group of the law firm of Sheehan Phinney Bass Green PA. As of the date reviewed, the content of this course is in compliance with federal law and court decisions. Due to the rapidly changing nature of the law, information in this course may become outdated. As a result, any individual using this course should consult with legal  more...

Attorney Client Privilege Attorney Client Privilege This course covers the attorney-client privilege that protects communications between attorneys and their clients and ensures their confidentiality. Many corporate businesspeople are not sure of their rights under the attorney-client privilege, and as such risk destroying the privilege and losing their rights. This course defines attorney-client responsibilities and  more...

Doing Business on the Internet Doing Business on the Internet The use of the Internet as a means of doing business has changed the way in which business transactions can take place forever. Business can be conducted across vast geographical distances with a much greater degree of ease than was possible even twenty years ago. However, while advancements in technology have enabled the development of new business models, the  more...

Doing Business with the Government Doing Business with the Government This course explains how to identify, win, and manage contracts with the largest consumer of goods and services in the world--the U.S. government. Each year the federal government awards contracts worth over $200 billion to businesses of all sizes and diversity. Of the 20 percent of contracts designated for small businesses, one quarter are aimed at  more...

Supervisor Manager Sexual Harassment Awareness Multi-State Edition ...ding to sexual harassment. This role includes knowing the laws, guidelines, policies, and resources for correcting, preventing, and investigating sexual harassment complaints. This two-hour course can help your company demonstrate its commitment to a fair, responsible, and healthy organizational environment, free from sexual harassment and intimidation. This course is designed specifically to  more...

Employee Sexual Harassment Awareness ...ed with subject matter support provided by the Employment Law Group of the law firm of Baker, Donelson, Bearman, Caldwell & Berkowitz, PC. Please note, however, that the course materials and content are for informational purposes only and do not constitute legal advice. Nothing herein, or in the course materials, shall be construed as professional advice as to any particular situation or  more...

HIPAA Privacy Essentials ...subject matter support provided by the Labor & Employment Law Group of the law firm of Baker, Donelson, Bearman, Caldwell & Berkowitz, PC. Please note, however, that the course materials and content are for informational purposes only and do not constitute legal advice. Nothing herein, or in the course materials, shall be construed as professional advice as to any particular situation or  more...

Government Contracting Essentials ...rnment and who therefore need to know how various federal laws that govern the contracting process affect their operations. Note that there may be special local or state rules that also apply, but those are not addressed in this course. This course was developed with subject matter support provided by the Employment Law Group of the law firm of Baker, Donelson, Bearman, Caldwell & Berkowitz.  more...

BIS Export Controls and Antiboycott Provisions ...provision in the EAR includes compliance with antiboycott laws, which were enacted to prevent US firms from participating in foreign boycotts that are not sanctioned by US policy. This course is designed to increase awareness of the authority of the EAR and the responsibilities of organizations and individuals to comply with them. This course was developed with subject matter support provided  more...

Insider Trading ...dermine investor confidence. This course will explore the laws that govern the trading of stocks and other securities by corporate insiders and describe the role the Securities and Exchange Commission plays in enforcement. It will also discuss the civil and criminal penalties for insider trading and the procedures for reporting illegal behavior. This course was developed with subject matter  more...

EU Privacy Data Security ... October of 1995. EU member states were required to enact laws to carry out the Directive. The main purpose of the Directive is two-fold. First it aims to protect individuals' personal data. Second, it seeks to ensure that the securities and protections afforded to individuals do not restrict the ability to process or exchange economically critical data between the member states. While the  more...

Union Awareness ...an overview of workers' rights under the various US labor laws, as well as employers' rights and obligations with respect to union activity. This course was developed with subject matter support provided by the Labor & Employment Law Group of the law firm of Baker, Donelson, Bearman, Caldwell & Berkowitz, PC. Please note, however, that the course materials and content are for informational  more...

Business Law Basic Concepts ...Law Basic Concepts How does the law impact you in your day-to-day operations? Have you ever thought about the issue of legal accountability and how it will determine the decisions you have to make as a manager? Because you're a manager, you're in a position of leadership. In many cases, this means you bear the responsibility of protecting your employees, your organization, and yourself  more...

Business Law Ethics ...Law Ethics Dealing with the balance of ethics and the law is a day-to-day challenge for many managers. While you might be inclined to act in ways that are legal in the technical sense, there is value also in recognizing the intent behind a law. Meeting the spirit of the law often comes down to acting in a way that is both legal and ethical. While law and ethics share a close relationship,  more...

Business Law the Manager s Responsibilities ...Law & the Manager's Responsibilities Do you know what your legal responsibilities are as a manager? Do you know that in certain circumstances you may be held personally responsible for the actions of others? How can you protect your organization and yourself when dealing with legal issues? As a manager, knowing the answers to these questions can help you make decisions that are better for  more...

Hazard Communication (HazCom) ...ation Standard (HCS), also known as the right to know law. This standard is based on a simple concept: that employees have both a need and a right to know the hazards and the identities of the chemicals they are exposed to when working. This course is designed to assist both employers and employees in learning about work hazards and how to protect themselves. This course can be completed as  more...

Essential Legal and Ethical Principles of the Medical Office ...ntroduction to medical assisting; introduction to medical law; physician/patient/assistant relationship; medical office in litigation; as well as ethics, bioethical issues and HIPAA. Depending on the amount of time devoted to the course, the course can be finished within a 5-week period. Legal Aspects of the Medical Office This course introduces the basic concept of medical assisting and its  more...

Expert Certificate Course in Medical Coding ...HMOs), mental healthcare facilities, insurance companies, law offices, and government agencies. Coders may work from home as independent consultants using medical billing and coding programs and other computer software. Medical coding is the process of using a system of numbers to represent various medical problems, (diagnoses), and treatments. The treatment codes, Current Procedural  more...

Special Education: History, Litigation, Law and Trends Provides knowledge of the history, laws, and trends in special education  more...

Paralegalism Career Overview ...law and the role of the paralegal and what it takes to become one. Paralegals can assist lawyers in the delivery of many basic services. A paralegal`s general knowledge about the American Legal System and specific knowledge about civil and criminal law can enhance a paralegal`s value in the workplace. Gaining an overview of the law can provide students with insight about this fast-growing area  more...

Introduction to Law ...This class provides students with the basic principles of law, such as the difference between civil and criminal laws. Students will also explore diverse areas of the law like cyberlaw, insurance, e-commerce and will, trusts and estates. Legal systems exist to serve the interests of the citizenry. Laws under such systems can deal with the public and private safety and health of citizenry, the  more...

Contract Law ...ial activity in society. Learn the A-Z basics of contract law. By creating rules about what constitutes contracts (basic contract law), society describes those agreements that help a society to conduct business. Specialized rules apply to sales and lease contracts. For this Basic Completion course, students will contact the instructor who will guide them on all course procedures. Students may  more...

Business Organizations and the Law Learn about different business organizations and the criteria that defines their operations. By allowing for the creation of different kinds of business organizations, society ensures that different kinds of businesses can exist to meet the different demands of the marketplace. These business organizations may appoint individuals to act on their behalf. They also must abide by certain minimal  more...

Ethics and the Law ... course focuses on the ethics involved in the practice of law Attorneys and paralegals need to engage in ethical behavior, because of the duties they owe to their clients and to the legal system. They have access to clients` information or property or to information disclosed with an expectation of confidentiality. Therefore, attorneys and paralegals need to appreciate the degree to which they  more...

Legal Research and Writing ...ding of the skills and duties of a paralegal in an active law office setting, and basic skills of a beginning law student. Course Textbook link:LEARNING ACTIVITIES: This course is comprised of self study, occasional email discussions with the professor, written assignments, submissions, and exams. Students are encouraged to contribute to the discussions with their own knowledge and  more...

Legal Nurse Consulting Certificate Program ...ng as an independent practitioner, or as an employee of a law firm or insurance firm. Hours of Study/Instruction = 90 hours. ABOUT THE INSTRUCTOR: Dr. Flarey Ph.D., MBA, RN,CS, CNAA, FACHE, is certified in nursing administration advanced and as an adult nurse practitioner by the American Nurses Association Credentialing Center. He is a board certified health care executive by the American  more...

Social and Emotional Learning ...l aspects of termination, including information about the law and how it impacts the process and your decision. You will be given methods for identifying when discharge is appropriate and tools to help you prepare for the meeting. You will also learn specific techniques for communicating the decision and handling difficult employee reactions. IMPORTANT NOTE: INTERNET EXPLORER (IE) BROWSER  more...

Preventing Sexual Harassment for Employees ...ddresses the issues related to sexual harassment: how the law applies to employees, things to avoid in the work environment, and specific employee responsibilities. There are tips to help employees examine their own attitudes and behaviors, and warnings about things they might be doing unintentionally that give the wrong impression. IMPORTANT NOTE: INTERNET EXPLORER (IE) BROWSER REQUIRED -  more...

Preventing Sexual Harassment for Leaders ... will be given critical information to tell them what the law expects and direction on how to meet these legal requirements. The course provides tools and tips for promoting a harassment-free environment, and suggestions on how to set a positive example for others. It also includes an example of an effective policy statement. IMPORTANT NOTE: INTERNET EXPLORER (IE) BROWSER REQUIRED - can`t use  more...

Pharmacy Technician Career Training Program ...uctures do and how they are affected by disease. Pharmacy Law and Ethics ? Study and explore legal issues surrounding confidentiality, negligence and liability for medical personnel. Learn how to control and maintain narcotic inventories. You will also read about historic pieces of legislation that have shaped the field as we know it today. Medical Terminology ? Often, Medical Terminology can  more...

Pharmacy Technician National Certification Exam Preparation Course ...tudents. Don?t get caught without information on Pharmacy Law, Pregnancy Restrictions, Extemporaneous and IV Compounding, Medication Storage Requirements, Pharmacy Reference Books, DEA and NDC Numbers and so much more! Support ? You have access to your course from ANY computer with an internet connection. Study at a local library, a friend?s house or from the comfort of your own home! Have a  more...

How to Ask The Right Questions To Maximize Influence And Minimize Objections Develop a deliberate strategy that results in overcoming objections and makes and keeps the sale. More important than what you say is what you ask. People believe their answers to questions more often than they believe you. When you invest your time by maintaining a relaxed, inquisitiveness earlyon, you save time later. People give you the information you need to maximize your influence. By using  more...

Legal Transcription Training This unique and totally on-line program teaches you to do legal transcription and legal secretarial work. The need for legal support staff increases with the litigation processes so prevalent now. Administrative law (local, state and federal government) requires massive record-keeping. Much of that information is related to recorded hearings. The Department of Labor notes the requirement for  more...

QuickBooks Pro 2008 ...es in a variety of other industries such as Architecture, Law, Federal Government, Pharmaceutical and the Oil Industry as well as extensive non-profit work. Frequently Asked Questions How long will it take me to complete the course? The amount of time it takes to complete the course is dependent upon the time you are able to spend in study. The actual length of the online video instruction is  more...

Bloodborne Pathogens This course provides training as required by OSHA`s Bloodborne Pathogens Standard (29CFR 1910.1030). Material covered in the course includes definitions of bloodborne pathogens, modes of tranmission, universal precautions, engineering and work practice controls, exposure control plans, hepatitis B vaccinations, and other information needed to ensure worker safety. Note that we have set a 90 day  more...

Complete Paralegal Training Program (Self-Paced) ...es exist for paralegals to specialize in various types of law, such as real estate, criminal, family, personal injury, business, etc., and job opportunities are steadily increasing. This course consists of 2 sections. Section I contains the "all about the law" information, and Section II focuses on law specialties, complete with samples of pleadings, formats, and citations. It`s streamlined  more...

Copyright Law Basics & Workplace Activities ...law affects the workplace activities of many employees on a daily basis. Copyright protection extends to newspaper and magazine articles, instructional videos, web sites, computer Courses, and even elevator music. Most people recognize the presence of a copyright by the symbol ©, but even in the absence of the symbol the material may be protected by copyright law. Copyright Law Basics  more...

Customer Service Plus ...cutive coach and corporate trainer. A graduate of Harvard Law School, he is the Managing Director of NegotiationPlus.com where he advises Boards of Directors, corporations and Senior Executives on negotiating. He is an Adjunct Professor of Management at Seton Hall University, where he teaches MBA courses in Negotiating, Managerial Decision Making and Human Resources Management. In 2003 he  more...

Effective Management Principles Within the Law ...e management training or any at all. Managing within the Law Effective management is vital to a successful company. Too often, individuals who have excelled in a company due to a specific skills set are promoted to managerial positions before having adequate management training or any at all. As a consequence, many managers lack the interpersonal skills, sensitivity, legal awareness and  more...

Ethics and Compliance Basics ...s and educating company members about compliance with the law is an ongoing and important responsibility. A company is only as ethical and compliant as its directors, managers and employees. Ethics and Compliance Basics Reinforcing ethical principles and educating company members about compliance with the law is an ongoing and important responsibility. A company is only as ethical and  more...

Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act Training ...teracting with Health Information are required by federal law to have HIPAA training. Designed for everyone that deals with the healthcare industry, this course is targeted not only at Providers, Payers, Clearing Houses, but also at HR managers, Business Associates, and anyone else that wants to know about their Individual Rights under the HIPAA legislation. Coursework focuses on education in  more...

Legal Transcription Training ...any opportunities exist to specialize in various types of law, real estate, criminal, family, personal injury, business, etc. The course was designed by a recognized leader in development of training materials. This course offers a Certificate of Completion allowing you to sit for any state exams. The need for legal support staff increases with the litigation processes so prevalent now.  more...

Library Privacy & Confidentiality: Law and Policy ...Law and Policy is designed to help staff gain a better understanding of the USA Patriot Act and other laws as they apply to library user privacy and other issues. Library Privacy & Confidentiality: Law and Policy ?Library Privacy & Confidentiality: Law and Policy? is designed to help staff gain a better understanding of the USA Patriot Act and other laws as they apply to library user privacy  more...

QPR Suicide Triage Training ...E? All "first responders" including: crisis line workers, law enforcement, fire fighters, EMTs, clergy, case managers, correctional personnel, school counselors, residential staff, and others who come in contact with people at risk for suicide. WHAT WILL BE TAUGHT? In addition to studying the risk factors for suicide, you will learn how to question suicidal persons, persuade them to accept  more...

Record Management & Retention Policy Use ...ment book or an expense record. Companies are required by law to maintain certain types of corporate records, usually for a specified period of time. The failure to retain such documents for these minimum periods can subject a company to penalties, fines or other sanctions or could put it at a serious disadvantage in litigation. Accordingly, every company should establish a Record Retention  more...

SalesPlus ...cutive coach and corporate trainer. A graduate of Harvard Law School, he is the Managing Director of NegotiationPlus.com where he advises Boards of Directors, corporations and Senior Executives on negotiating. He is an Adjunct Professor of Management at Seton Hall University, where he teaches MBA courses in Negotiating, Managerial Decision Making and Human Resources Management. In 2003 he  more...

Supply Management Contract Writing ...goes way beyond the typical, dry explanations of contract law. Through plain English examples and interactive exercises, you will learn how to negotiate and write effective contracts and iron-clad terms and conditions. Frequently Asked Questions How long will it take me to complete the course? The amount of time it takes to complete the course is dependent upon the time you are able to spend in  more...

The Art of Active Listening ...cutive coach and corporate trainer. A graduate of Harvard Law School, he is the Managing Director of NegotiationPlus.com where he advises Boards of Directors, corporations and Senior Executives on negotiating. He is an Adjunct Professor of Management at Seton Hall University, where he teaches MBA courses in Negotiating, Managerial Decision Making and Human Resources Management. In 2003 he  more...

Whistleblowing When How and Why .... In 1986, Congress enacted amendments to a Civil War Era law called the False Claims Act (FCA), which penalizes those responsible for submitting false claims for government funds. These amendments were designed to strengthen the incentives for individuals to sue organizations that are engaged in fraud. Reporting these abuses is commonly known as a form of "whistleblowing". Employees can be one  more...

Doing Business with Independent Contractors Do you know the difference between an "employee" and an "independent contractor "? Many employers don't, and in some cases it has cost their companies millions of dollars in taxes, insurance, overtime, fines and penalties. That's why it's important to understand the standards for judging if a temporary, leased or outsourced worker is really an employee. This course will acquaint you with the law  more...

Insider Trading ...llegal insider trading and list the main provisions under law governing legal insider trading. It also discusses the civil and criminal penalties incurred by insider traders and the companies that they work for. It identifies the main procedures that companies should take to prevent insider trades generally and specifically during pension fund blackout periods. The main rules regarding the  more...

Union Awareness ...rstanding of workers' rights under the various U.S. labor laws, as well as to understand employers? rights and obligations with respect to union activity. This course was developed and is maintained with subject matter support provided by the Labor, Employment, and Employee Benefits Law Group of the law firm of Sheehan Phinney Bass Green PA. Please note that the course materials and content are  more...

Export Controls ... provided by the Labor, Employment, and Employee Benefits Law Group of the law firm of Sheehan Phinney Bass Green PA. Please note, however, that the course materials and content are for informational purposes only and do not constitute legal advice. Nothing herein, or in the course materials, shall be construed as professional advice as to any particular situation or constitute a legal opinion  more...

HIPAA Privacy Rules ...subject matter support provided by the Labor & Employment Law Group of the law firm of Baker, Donelson, Bearman, Caldwell & Berkowitz, PC. Please note, however, that the course materials and content are for informational purposes only and do not constitute legal advice. Nothing herein, or in the course materials, shall be construed as professional advice as to any particular situation or  more...

HIPAA Securing Protected Health Information ... data creates a threat to a patient's privacy rights. The law includes specific safeguards for patients' health information. The law that establishes these rules does not place any specific requirements on employers. However, many employers sponsor healthcare insurance plans for employees and share protected health information about employees with organizations covered by the new rules.  more...

Harassment in the Workplace ...origin, religion, age, and disability. Depending on state law and other circumstances, additional characteristics such as sexual orientation and marital status may also be protected. An effective harassment prevention training program must touch upon all of these categories. This one-hour course will provide an overview of the characteristics of various forms of harassment and what can be done  more...

Managing Sexual Harassment Problems Simulation ... reviewed by the Labor, Employment, and Employee Benefits Law Group of the law firm of Sheehan Phinney Bass Green PA. As of the date reviewed, the content of this course is in compliance with federal law and court decisions. Due to the rapidly changing nature of the law, information in this course may become outdated. As a result, any individual using this course should consult with legal  more...

Supervisor Manager Sexual Harassment Awareness ... this issue. Every manager is accountable for knowing the laws, guidelines, policies, and resources for correcting, preventing, and investigating sexual harassment complaints. This two-hour course can help your company demonstrate its commitment to a fair, responsible, and healthy organizational environment, free from harassment and intimidation. California law requires that the learner must  more...

A Manager s Introduction to Business Law ...troduces managers to the fundamental concepts of business law. It begins by exposing some prevalent legal misconceptions shared by management and establishes the true role that law plays in society and business. The relationship between business ethics and law is explained and how managers serve as vital role models for demonstrating ethical business practices. This course also presents the  more...

Contracts in Commercial Transactions ...d informal business practices. This course introduces the laws, which determine whether such agreements are legally binding and enforceable by the courts. To begin, this course explains the legal requirements for contracts and their different legal classifications. In order to make effective business decisions, managers must clearly understand when they are forming an enforceable contract and  more...

Employment and Labor Law Management sometimes finds itself in a sensitive position involving the treatment and rights of employees. But how does management legally handle a precarious situation with employees without the legal ramifications exploding in their face? This course is an overview for management about the essentials of employment and labor law. It includes introductions to current federal laws regarding  more...

American Business Formations in the 21st Century ...formed dictates both the rights it has in the eyes of the law and the responsibilities it has towards individuals and other businesses. By understanding these different formations, you as a manager can build successful business relationships.This course presents strategies for conducting business with each kind of business formation and for developing your business through acquisition, joint  more...

Intellectual Property and Proprietary Rights ...ement perform this function effectively while keeping the law on their side? This course introduces management to the essentials of intellectual property and proprietary rights. It includes introductions to current copyright, trademark, patent, and trade secret laws and presents methods for minimizing legal liabilities. By applying the information presented in this course, managers will protect  more...

Lawsuits and Negotiations ...proactive management strategies for discouraging damaging lawsuits and avoiding costly litigation. It examines forms of alternative dispute resolution, including negotiation, mediation, and arbitration, and the respective strengths of mediation and arbitration so that management can effectively work with legal counsel to determine when these are appropriate alternatives to litigation. Finally,  more...

Essentials of Business Law Employment Law ...Law: Employment Law offers the student an overview of employment law essentials. This program identifies the elements of agent and principal relationships, the duties of agents and principals, and ways in which agreements between these two parties are ratified. The program also identifies fair labor laws and labor and management issues, including actions that constitute wrongful discharge and a  more...

Essentials of Business Law The Legal Environment ...Law: The Legal Environment offers the student an overview of the information needed to identify the functions, classifications, and sources of law. The program identifies the structure of the state and federal court system, as well as trial procedures, jurisdiction issues, and alternative resolution methods. The program also details crimes and torts relating to businesses, as well as tort  more...

SAP R 3 and the Euro ...Financial accounting. Controlling. Human Resources. Law. IT/Software suppliers. Unit 2: The EURO Conversion Process Duration: 1 - 1.5 Hour(s) Business objectives. General and special objectives. Conversion scenarios. Parallel books. Year dependent currencies. Deadline conversion. Critical success factors. Conversion and rounding rules. Conversion and  more...

Building an E-Commerce Business Case ...impact secondary activities. Define the concept of the law of digital assets. Identify an approach for incorporating the virtual value chain model into a business plan. Identify processes that facilitate business transition to e-commerce. Identify new product and service opportunities. Identify the key criteria for winning online market share. Identify the role of e-commerce  more...

International Business Essentials The Global Business Environment International Business Essentials: The Global Business Environment gives students an overall view of how the global environment operates, how culture affects international business, and helps students become familiar with foreign exchange. The program covers various cultural orientations, teaches students how to apply foreign exchange rate equations, and offers cultural overviews of Africa, Asia,  more...

CIW E-Commerce Designer Part 1 Foundations ...ee main parts: E-Commerce Foundations, B2B Frameworks and Law and the Internet. Learn To Identify the factors that drive e-commerce. Identify the differences between e-commerce and traditional commerce. Identify the differences between the main e-commerce categories. Identify the features of business-to-business (B2B) networks. Identify the features of electronic publishing (EP).  more...

Economics Basic Concepts in Microeconomics ...he Market. Explain Utility and the Law of Diminishing Marginal Utility. Show how a change in price affects the household budget line. Show how a change in income affects the household budget line. Plot an indifference curve. Explain the marginal rate of substitution.  more...

Sexual Harassment What Employees Should Know ...t. Learn To Identify the law sexual harassment violates. Identify the characteristics of quid pro quo sexual harassment. Identify the characteristics of hostile environment sexual harassment. Identify how sexual advances and propositions can result in sexual harassment.  more...

Interviewing Skills Laws Governing the Interview Process ...Laws Governing the Interview Process, you will focus on laws that govern the interviewing process. You will learn how to comply with laws regarding employee interviewing and selection, including those treating Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO), pregnancy discrimination, disabilities, and immigration status. Finally, you will explore the provisions, guidelines, and terms associated with each  more...

Human Resource Law Management s Role ...Law: Management's Role provides a general overview of law affecting the workplace. These legal issues include wrongful discharge, wage and hour laws, and anti-discrimination statutes. In addition, this program provides ways employers can minimize employee complaints, and methods employers can use to handle, document, and seek legal counsel for claims. Learn To  more...

Human Resource Law Americans With Disabilities Act ...Law: Americans with Disabilities Act provides in depth information about the Americans with Disabilities Act. This program instructs employers on the specifics of the law, and the complications involved in determining which employees qualify for ADA protection. In addition, this program provides defenses to discrimination claims, an explanation of reasonable accommodation and undue hardship,  more...

Human Resource Law Equal Employment Opportunity Law ...Law: Equal Employment Opportunity Law defines the Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) laws that affect all aspects of employment. This program details how EEO laws are enforced and provides guidelines to comply with EEO regulations. In addition, this program addresses employer defenses to discrimination claims, grounds for employee cases, and the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC)  more...

Human Resource Law Family Medical Leave Act ...Law: Family and Medical Leave Act, you will learn the provisions of the Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA), and how to administer FMLA leave. You will learn which events qualify an employee for FMLA leave and the actions employers should avoid taking when protecting an employee's rights to FMLA leave. In addition, you will learn job restoration rules, how the FMLA is enforced, and how  more...

Human Resource Law Fair Labor Standards Act ...Law: Fair Labor Standards Act, you will learn the provisions of the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA), including which employers must comply with the law and which employees could be exempt from FLSA provisions. You will also learn the employee rights protected by FLSA, how the FLSA is enforced, and how employers can prevent employee claims. Learn To Identify  more...

Human Resource Law Understanding Privacy Rights ...Law: Understanding Privacy Rights," you will learn the laws that apply to employee and privacy rights in the workplace and how those laws might impact your company policies regarding searches, seizures, monitoring, and e-communications. You will also learn how, as an employer, you can protect employees' rights, how to conduct lawful e-communications, and how to minimize your organization's  more...

Essentials of Business Law Contract Law ...Law: Contract Law offers the student an overview of contract law essentials. This program identifies the elements of contract formation, classifications of contracts, and contract strategies applying to validity and successful contract negotiations. The program also covers rules of consideration, validity, illegality, the statute of frauds, third-party rights, and breach of contract. The  more...

Essentials of Business Law Cyberlaw ...Law: Cyberlaw offers the student an overview of the essentials of cyberspace, including how to conduct business in cyberspace and how to handle employment in cyberspace. The program also outlines cyberspace offenses, forms of advertising on the Internet, Internet recruiting, the use of e-money, and telecommuting. Learn To Identify four factors that  more...

Essentials of Business Law Series The Essentials of Business Law Series includes the following courses: Essentials of Business Law: The Legal Environment Essentials of Business Law: Contract Law Essentials of Business Law: Employment Law Essentials of Business Law: Cyberlaw To review individual course descriptions, please return to the previous page and select the desired title(s).  more...

Human Resource Law Series ...Law Series includes the following courses: Human Resource Law: Management a a s Role Human Resource Law: Americans with Disabilities Act Human Resource Law: Equal Employment Opportunity Law Human Resource Law: Family and Medical Leave Act Human Resource Law: Fair Labor Standards Act Human Resource Law: Understanding Privacy Rights To review individual course descriptions, please  more...

The Reasons Why Diversity Matters ...Establishing diversity in the workplace is not limited to laws that pertain to the hiring of women and minorities. Nor is it limited to managing or even honoring differences between people, but rather, it is about taking those differences and putting them to work in the best possible way for both the good of the company and for the good of the worker. This course will take a closer look at  more...

Changing Corporate Culture To instill an appreciation of diversity within a company is a difficult task. It requires changing existing views and practices that until now have defined the workplace. You can overcome ingrained attitudes by learning how a diversity initiative differs from federal mandate, why some workers will object to the concept of diversity, and how to handle their opposition. This course describes the  more...

Planning a Diversity Initiative Organizations often rave about the great job they do at managing diversity; however, diversity isn't something that needs to be managed. Rather, diversity is an initiative that must permeate the company culture to be truly successful. Perhaps you've asked yourself, "How can I create an environment in which all team members, with their diverse backgrounds, can contribute to their full potential?"  more...

Diversity the Future Employers must understand the ways in which the idea of diversity will continue to expand in the years to come. They need to prepare for demographic changes that will alter both the definition of corporate culture and practices for hiring, retention, and interaction with the company. This course explores the need for a holistic approach to workplace diversity, and the effects of incorporating a  more...

RCRA What the Law Requires ...Law Requires course explains the history of the Resource Conservation and Recovery Act (RCRA), its structure and its key elements that provide the framework for the U. S. Environmental Protection Agency's (EPA) comprehensive waste management program. The course discusses the specific requirements of various types of facilities that treat, store, transport or dispose of hazardous waste. Time  more...

8 Hour RCRA Refresher CA The RCRA 8 Hour Refresher course is designed for Environmental Professionals who want to maximize their compliance efforts for health and safety in the workplace. The RCRA Refresher (CA) course covers various types of hazardous waste that may occur at work sites and suggest precautions and protective measures to reduce or eliminate these hazards. Throughout the 8 hour Refresher course, we will  more...

Bill Judges DOT 6060 Supervisor Drug and Alcohol Awareness Training - online ...e course features Bill Judge, a nationally known DOT Drug Law Expert. This course is designed to help you meet the Department of Transportation's training requirements for supervisors of covered safety-sensitive employees as described in 49 CFR Part 40. The training materials address reasonable suspicion as a performance issue, and as something in reality they are already doing. What  more...