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Investigating Sexual Harassment Complaints
Learn to properly investigate a sexual harassment claimPreview the first lesson free — get full access to all 14 lessons.
Advanced Provider : KnowledgeCity 5 chapters · 14 Lessons · 30m in Arabic, English, Spanish
Course Description
This course is designed to guide you through the investigative process to ensure that you know how to properly handle complaints, conduct interviews, write reports, understand confidentiality and the responsibilities of your employer in a sexual harassment investigation.
What You'll Learn
- Handle sexual harassment complaints properly throughout the investigative process
- Conduct interviews and determine which questions to ask
- Assess credibility of those involved in an investigation
- Write effective investigative reports and follow up appropriately
- Understand confidentiality and when an employer can be held liable
- Apply interim protection measures and prevent retaliation during an investigation
Key Takeaways
- The course guides you through the investigative process for handling sexual harassment complaints from start to finish.
- It covers conducting interviews, knowing which questions to ask, and evaluating credibility.
- It addresses whether an employer can promise confidentiality and when an employer is liable.
- It includes guidance on interim protection measures, preventing retaliation, and follow-up.
- It teaches report writing for investigators along with investigative best practices.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does this course cover?
It guides you through the investigative process for sexual harassment complaints, including handling complaints, conducting interviews, writing reports, understanding confidentiality, and the responsibilities of the employer.
Who is this course for?
It is designed for those who need to properly handle and investigate sexual harassment complaints, building skills in investigation, EEO investigations, employee relations investigations, and internal investigations.
Does the course address confidentiality and employer liability?
Yes. It includes lessons on whether an employer can promise confidentiality and when an employer is liable.
What skills will I gain?
Skills covered include Investigation, Complaint Investigations, EEO Investigations, Employee Relations Investigations, Internal Investigations, and Sexual Harassment Awareness.
Does the course cover report writing?
Yes. It includes a lesson on report writing for investigators, along with conducting interviews, questions to ask, credibility, follow-up, and investigative best practices.
