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Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964
Examine the scope and impact of Title VII of the Civil Rights ActPreview the first lesson free — get full access to all 21 lessons.
Essential Provider : KnowledgeCity 6 chapters · 21 Lessons · 57m in German, English, Spanish, French, Portuguese, Chinese
Course Description
Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 is a crucial piece of federal legislation because it protects current and potential employees from discrimination. Many job applicants, employees and businesses may not grasp the finer details of Title VII and how it impacts them. As a Human Resources professional, gaining a deeper understanding of the law will help you become a more valuable asset to the company you work for. With the knowledge gained from this course, you’ll be better equipped to help a company abide by Title VII and also to defend employees that may one day, regrettably, be discriminated against.
In this course, Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, you’ll explore how this federal law defines employment discrimination, provides protection, and how enforcement is carried out. You’ll also learn about which employers must adhere to Title VII and the lifecycle of a Title VII discrimination claim.
What You'll Learn
- Understand the importance of Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 and how it defines employment discrimination
- Identify the five classes protected under Title VII
- Recognize examples of employment discrimination and discriminatory practices
- Describe how to file a discrimination claim with the EEOC
- Explain how Title VII is enforced and which employers must adhere to it
- Trace the lifecycle of a Title VII discrimination claim, from filing and investigation to reasonable cause, appeals, and penalties
Key Takeaways
- Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 is federal legislation that protects current and potential employees from employment discrimination.
- The course explains how the law defines employment discrimination, provides protection, and how enforcement is carried out.
- It covers which employers must adhere to Title VII, including federal employers, local governments, and other employers, along with exemptions and limitations.
- Learners follow the lifecycle of a Title VII discrimination claim, including filing with the EEOC, investigation, reasonable cause and appeals, penalties, and compliance.
- The course examines the roles of the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission, the Department of Labor, and the Department of Justice in relation to Title VII.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is this course designed for?
It is aimed at Human Resources professionals seeking a deeper understanding of the law, helping them become a more valuable asset to their company by ensuring it abides by Title VII and by being able to defend employees who may be discriminated against.
What does the course cover?
It explores how Title VII defines employment discrimination, provides protection, and how enforcement is carried out, as well as which employers must adhere to Title VII and the lifecycle of a Title VII discrimination claim.
What skills will I gain from this course?
The course develops skills in discrimination complaints, employment protection legislation, human rights laws, labor law, labor legislation, and the Federal Employers Liability Act.
Does the course explain how to file a discrimination claim?
Yes. It describes how to file a claim with the EEOC and covers the investigation, reasonable cause and appeals, and penalties stages of a Title VII discrimination claim.
Which protected classes does the course address?
The course helps learners identify the five classes protected under Title VII.
