Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 is a crucial piece of federal legislation because it protects current and potential employees from…
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 your company and the employees for whom you’re responsible. With the knowledge gained from this course, you’ll be better equipped to help your company abide by Title VII and also to defend employees who one day could face discrimination.
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 life cycle of a Title VII discrimination claim.
Learning Objectives:
- Understand the importance of Title VII of the Civil Rights Act
- Identify the five classes protected under Title VII
- Recognize examples of employment discrimination
- Describe how to file a claim with the EEOC
Skills you’ll gain
Employment Protection LegislationFair Employment And Housing Act (FEHA)Labor LawNational Labor Relations Act (NLRA)Uniformed Services Employment And Reemployment Rights ActFederal Employers Liability ActWhat You'll Learn
- Explain why Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 is important and how it protects current and potential employees from 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 and the life cycle of that claim
- Determine which employers must adhere to Title VII, including federal employers, local governments, and other employers
- Explain how Title VII enforcement is carried out and the roles of the Department of Labor and the Department of Justice
Key Takeaways
- Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 is federal legislation that protects current and potential employees from discrimination.
- The course explains how the law defines employment discrimination, provides protection, and how its enforcement is carried out.
- Title VII protects five classes, and the course teaches learners to identify them and to recognize examples of employment discrimination.
- The course covers which employers must adhere to Title VII and the life cycle of a Title VII discrimination claim, including filing with the EEOC, investigation, reasonable cause, appeals, and penalties.
- Understanding the law helps Human Resources professionals support their company's compliance with Title VII and defend employees who could face discrimination.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is this course for?
The course is geared toward Human Resources professionals, as gaining a deeper understanding of the law helps you become a more valuable asset to your company and the employees for whom you are responsible.
What does this course cover?
It explores how Title VII defines employment discrimination, provides protection, and how enforcement is carried out, along with which employers must adhere to Title VII and the life cycle of a Title VII discrimination claim.
What skills will I gain from this course?
The course covers skills including employment protection legislation, labor law, the Fair Employment and Housing Act (FEHA), the National Labor Relations Act (NLRA), the Uniformed Services Employment and Reemployment Rights Act, and the Federal Employers Liability Act.
Will I learn how to file a discrimination claim?
Yes. The course describes how to file a claim with the EEOC and covers the claim process including investigation, reasonable cause and appeals, and penalties.
What topics are included in the lessons?
Lessons include protection under Title VII, enforcement, the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission, exemptions and limitations, areas of employment, discriminatory practices, coverage of federal employers and local governments, the roles of the Department of Labor and the Department of Justice, filing a claim, compliance, and more.
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(lighthearted music) Welcome to Knowledge City's course on Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964. In these lessons, you'll be introduced to the act and why it's important for human resources professionals to understand how it impacts the employer-employee relationship. You'll also discover the specific provisions within Title VII and how they are written to prohibit employment discrimination based on certain factors. Title VII is part of the Civil Rights Act of 1964. The purpose of this portion of the Civil Rights Act is intended to ensure that employers only consider someone's abilities, education and other work-related skills for employment. Last year, the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission, or EEOC, resolved 138 lawsuits. 21 of those included allegations of discrimination based on race or national origin, 26 systemic lawsuits in which company policies or practices are found to be discriminatory and more than 340 systemic investigations. Title VII affects all aspects of a business. It's vital to understand the laws that affect hiring, termination and an employee's treatment in the workplace.
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