Leave of Absence Certification

01-27 to 01-31-2025 12:00 PM EST or 04-07 to 04-11-2025 1:00 PM EST

5 Live Sessions. Each 90 Minutes. Monday - Friday.

Managing leaves of absence is one of the most confusing, complex and frequently litigated areas of employment law, requiring a clear understanding of federal regulations and best practices to mitigate legal risks. This five-session certification program offers comprehensive insights into federal leave laws, including the ADA, FMLA, Pregnancy Discrimination Act (PDA), and Pregnant Workers Fairness Act (PWFA). Participants will learn practical steps for handling leave requests with confidence—knowing the correct processes, documentation, and responses to ensure compliance. During the fifth session, we’ll tackle leave management challenges known as the "Bermuda Triangle" of HR: navigating the interplay between FMLA, ADA, and workers’ compensation.

Teri Morning PHR, SPHR, SPHR-CA and SHRM-SCP, our expert speaker will discuss federal leave laws, best practices compliance strategies and the conflicting requirements among leave laws.

During this informative, hands-on certification program our expert speaker will discuss;

• Key leave laws:
  
  • Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA) Basics and Eligibility Requirements
    
  • FMLA Leave Administration FMLA Leave Requests, Administration, and
  • Reinstatement
    
  • The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA)
    
  • Pregnancy Discrimination Act (PDA) and the Pregnant Workers Fairness Act (PWFA)
    
  • Navigating the “Bermuda Triangle” of HR - FMLA, ADA, and Workers’
  • Compensation
• Compliance best practices
  
• Protecting your organization from potential legal liability
  
• The “Bermuda Triangle” of leave laws, and more
  
• Assisting colleagues with requests for leave
  

You’ll Also Receive

• Each session includes a PDF version of the speaker’s presentation slides
  
• Obtain a prestigious certification
  
• The program includes one certification exam attempt
  
• Expand your professional knowledge and propel your career
  

Leaves of Absence Certification Sessions Outline
Webinar 1: FMLA Basics and Eligibility Requirements

• Overview of the Family and Medical Leave Act's intent and protections
  
• Defining covered employers under FMLA
  
• Determining employee eligibility
  
• Core principles and compliance essentials of FMLA
  
• Requirements for accurate FMLA timekeeping and recordkeeping
  
• Best practices for creating and updating FMLA policies

Webinar 2: FMLA Leave Administration FMLA Leave Requests, Administration, and Reinstatement

• Notifications, recognizing, and responding to requests
  
• Rights and procedures for reinstating employees’ post-leave
  
• Guidelines for handling second and third medical opinions
  
• Special considerations for key employees under FMLA
  
• Maintaining and administering benefits.
  
• Understanding cost recovery when benefits are provided during unpaid leave
  

Webinar 3: The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA)

• Definitions and employer obligations
  
• Medical information and exams
  
• The EEOC, ADA, and long COVID-19
  
• Accommodation process
  

Webinar 4: Pregnancy Discrimination Act (PDA) and the Pregnant Workers Fairness Act (PWFA)

• Pregnancy Discrimination Act and the Pregnant Workers Fairness Act (PWFA)
  
• FMLA and pregnancy
  
• FLSA, The Pump Act, and breastfeeding
  
• Caregiver discrimination
  

Webinar 5: Navigating the “Bermuda Triangle” of HR - FMLA, ADA, and Workers’

• Compensation
  
• Understanding the overlap where FMLA, ADA, and workers’ compensation intersect
  
• Practical strategies for managing differing obligations under FMLA, ADA, and workers’ compensation
  
• Maintaining compliance while documenting leaves, accommodations, and medical information
  
• Return-to-Work challenges including fitness-for-duty exams and reasonable accommodations
  
• Avoiding common pitfalls when managing overlapping leave situations
  
• Case Studies: Real-world examples to illustrate successful navigation of complex leave scenarios and how to address common challenges