Employment Law for Managers

Managing people effectively requires not only leadership skills but also a solid understanding of employment law and managerial responsibilities. The course offers a clear and practical overview of the legal principles that guide managers in supporting employees while maintaining compliance with organizational and regulatory requirements. Designed for people managers and team leads, this course emphasizes real-world application rather than legal theory. You will explore key federal regulations, such as the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and the Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA), and learn how they apply to everyday management situations. The course explains how to recognize and respond appropriately to accommodation and leave requests, manage sensitive employee disclosures with empathy and confidentiality, and determine when issues must be escalated to human resources or legal teams. Throughout the course, the focus remains on striking a balance between employee support and consistent adherence to company policies and legal obligations. Through interactive activities, scenario-based videos, and reflective exercises, you’ll practice identifying red flags, navigating complex employee situations, and making informed decisions aligned with legal and ethical standards. By the end of the course, you’ll feel confident handling employment-related legal concerns while fostering a respectful, compliant workplace

• Describe key employment laws affecting managers, including ADA, FMLA, and Workers’ Compensation
• Identify and apply appropriate actions to support employee accommodation and leave requests in compliance with legal and organizational requirements
• Demonstrate empathetic and legally compliant handling of sensitive employee disclosures, and recognize when to escalate to HR or legal team
• Apply best practices to navigate complex employee situations with legal, ethical, and organizational awareness

• No deep prior experience is required, but basic computer and internet skills are helpful
• Ability to read course instructions in English and complete short practice activities