California Sexual Harassment Training Course for Employees

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What Is California Sexual Harassment Training?

Sexual harassment training is a form of compliance training common in organizations of all shapes and sizes. Mandated by federal and California laws, this anti-harassment training aims to prevent workplace sexual harassment in any form, including inappropriate remarks, unwanted physical contact, showing pornographic material, and demands for sexual favors. Use this one-hour sexual harassment training course for employees to stay compliant with all laws. Sexual harassment training is vital to reducing workplace violence and providing a safe work environment.

  • tick Training tick 1-hour training for employees
  • tick Training tick 2-hour training for supervisors
  • tick Training tick Available in English & Spanish
What Is California Sexual Harassment Training?
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What Are the California Sexual Harassment Training Requirements?

California has stringent requirements for sexual harassment prevention, mandating training and policies for employers under California Government Code Section 12950.1. Employers must provide regular training and implement comprehensive policies to educate employees, prevent harassment, and ensure compliance with state and federal laws. Understanding these obligations is critical for employers, managers, and employees to foster a culture of respect and accountability.

State

California

California(AB 1825, AB 2053 and S.B. 396, S.B 1343)

Connecticut

Connecticut (Connecticut Human Rights and Opportunity Act)

Delaware

Delaware (Delaware Discrimination in Employment Act)

Illinois

Illinois (Illinois Human Rights Act)

Maine

Maine (Sexual Harassment Training and Education in the Workplace Law)

New York

New York (New York State Division of Human Rights)

Other US States

Alabama, Alaska, Arizona, Arkansas, Colorado, District of Columbia, Florida, Georgia, Hawaii, Idaho, Indiana, Iowa, Kansas, Kentucky, Louisiana, Maryland, Massachusetts, Michigan, Minnesota, Mississippi, Missouri, Montana, Nebraska, Nevada, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New Mexico, North Carolina, North Dakota, Ohio, Oklahoma, Oregon, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, South Carolina, South Dakota, Tennessee, Texas, Utah, Vermont, Virginia, Washington, West Virginia, Wisconsin, Wyoming.

Training Requirements

  • CA Training Requirements:

    Who Must Train:

    Employers with 5 or more employees.

    Employees:

    Must receive 1 hour of sexual harassment prevention training every two years.

    Supervisors & Managers:

    Must receive 2 hours of training every two years.

    New Hires & Promotions:

    Training must be completed within six months of hire or promotion.

  • Policy Requirements:

    Written Policy:

    Develop a detailed anti-harassment policy.

    Policy Content:

    Must include procedures for reporting, investigation processes, and assurances against retaliation.

  • Policy Distribution:

    Provide to All Employees:

    Distribute the policy in English and any other language spoken by at least 10% of the workforce.

    Include in Handbooks:

    Incorporate the policy into employee handbooks or manuals.

  • Record-Keeping:

    Maintain Training Records:

    Keep documentation of all training sessions for at least two years, including dates and attendee names.

Beginning October 1, 2019, employers, regardless of size, must provide 2 hours of sexual harassment training to all employees. All employees hired on or after October 1, 2019, must receive the training within six months of hire.

Conn. Gen. Stat. § 46a-54(15)(B). Conn. Agencies Regs. § 46a-54-204. Learn more

Employers with 4 or more employees, including state and local governments must provide sexual harassment training to all employees within six months of assuming office, and the training must be conducted every two years. It also applies to employment agencies and to labor organizations.

(HB 360). Learn more

Effective January 1, 2020, SB75 requires all employers with 1 or more employees to provide sexual harassment prevention training to all employees and supervisors within the first calendar week of the employee's employment, and on an annual basis thereafter.

Comp. Stat., Chap. 775, § 2-105(B)(5). Learn more

All employers with 15 or more employees who are located in or doing business in the state of Maine must train all employees about sexual harassment within a year of the beginning of their employment.

26 Me. Rev. Stat. § 807(3). Learn more

Beginning October 9, 2018, all private and public employers in the state of New York are required to conduct annual anti-harassment training for all employees and distribute a written anti-harassment policy. Learn more

Not required, but recommended. The state encourages employers to take any necessary preventative measures against sexual harassment because prevention is the best way to eliminate sexual harassment. Suggested methods include raising the issue, condemning sexual harassment, and discussing employees’ rights in sexual harassment incidents. Learn more

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Who Needs California Sexual Harassment Training?

  • All Employees:

    According to the requirements in the state, all employees, including full-time, part-time, and temporary workers, must receive training to foster a harassment-free workplace.

  • Supervisors:

    Supervisory employees in California are required to undergo more extensive training to understand their responsibilities in preventing and addressing harassment.

  • Contract Workers:

    Companies must train contract workers in California to ensure compliance with all training requirements. This is crucial for maintaining a consistent standard across all employees and contractors.

  • New Hires:

    New employees in California must complete the training within six months of their hiring date, which helps integrate them into a culture of respect.

  • Small Business Owners:

    Businesses with five or more employees must implement sexual harassment training to meet state legal requirements. This proactive step ensures they maintain a safe and compliant workplace.

  • Nonprofit Organizations:

    Nonprofits with five or more employees must also comply with California sexual harassment training requirements. This will educate all staff and volunteers on preventing harassment.

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California Sexual Harassment Training Course Outline

#1   Course Overview
#2   Laws Governing Sexual Harassment
  • Federal Laws
  • State Laws
  • Flashcards: Gender Identity
  • Scenario
  • Test Your Knowledge
  • Chapter Feedback
#3   Introduction to Sexual Harassment
  • What is Sexual Harassment?
  • What is Not Sexual Harassment?
  • Where Can Sexual Harassment Occur?
  • Who Can be the Target?
  • Who Can be the Perpetrator?
  • Flashcards: Recognizing Sexual Harassment
  • Scenario
  • Test Your Knowledge
  • Chapter Feedback
#4   Types Of Sexual Harassment
  • Quid Pro Quo
  • Scenario
  • Hostile Work Environment
  • Scenario
  • Microaggressions
  • Test Your Knowledge
  • Chapter Feedback
#5   Retaliation
  • What Is Retaliation?
  • What Is Not Retaliation?
  • Protected Activities
  • Handout: Possible Signs of Retaliation
  • Scenario
  • Test Your Knowledge
  • Chapter Feedback
#6   When Sexual Harassment Occurs
  • What Should I Do If I Am Harassed?
  • Handout: How Complaints at EEOC Work
  • Handout: How Complaints at DFEH Work
  • What Should I Do if I Witness Sexual Harassment?
  • Handout: 4 D's of Bystander Intervention in Preventing Sexual Harassment
  • What Can I Do If I’m Falsely Accused of Sexual Harassment?
  • Remedies for the Victims of Sexual Harassment
  • Scenario
  • Test Your Knowledge
  • Chapter Feedback
#7   Preventing Sexual Harassment
  • Employer Responsibilities
  • Supervisor Responsibility
  • Employee Responsibility
  • Scenario
  • Test Your Knowledge
  • Chapter Feedback
#8   PLACEHOLDER: Your Sexual Harassment Prevention Policy
  • Upload Your Sexual Harassment Prevention Policy
#9   Conclusion
  • Final Assessment
#10   Resources
  • Course Handouts
  • Course Feedback
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What You’ll Learn in California Sexual Harassment Prevention Training

Upon completion of this CA sexual harassment training course, your employees will be able to:

  • tick Training tick Understand & prevent sexual harassment
  • tick Training tick Interpret federal & state laws that govern workplace harassment
  • tick Training tick Describe the different types of sexual harassment
  • tick Training tick List the legal consequences of engaging in harassment
  • tick Training tick Understand what & what is not retaliation
  • tick Training tick Explain the procedure for lodging complaints
  • tick Training tick Know your responsibilities in preventing harassment
What You’ll Learn in California Sexual Harassment Prevention Training

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    Monitor participation, engagement, progress, and completion in real-time including in-course quizzes and surveys to see the impact of the training.

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Strengthen the understanding of the topic with relatable scenarios designed to raise awareness, engagement, and retention of learners.

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Designed by legal professionals to help you deploy easily and meet federal and state sexual harassment training requirements.

Maintain Compliance
Course Library + LMS arrow

Get access to our ready-to-use premium course library + our powerful Training Maker software that lets you customize, deliver, and track progress.

Course Library + LMS
Easy Administration arrow

Easily assign courses, manage groups, roles & permissions, and get reports using ProProfs’ centralized and secure virtual classroom.

Easy Administration
Smart Reporting arrow

Monitor participation, engagement, progress, and completion in real-time including in-course quizzes and surveys to see the impact of the training.

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Reach out to us via phone, email & live chat. Your dedicated success manager will ensure you get the most out of our training solution.

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Meets U.S. Federal and California state sexual harassment training requirements.

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Access auto-generated reports and stats to view assignments, completions, and scores.

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View and access training courses on laptops, tablets, or smartphones from anywhere.

Self-Paced Learning

Employees can take the course on their schedule and can start, pause and resume as needed.

Real-Life Scenarios

Includes real-life case studies and examples to illustrate sexual harassment at the workplace.

Interactive Quizzes

Quizzes, surveys, and final exam are included to assess knowledge retention and learning objectives.

Virtual Classroom

Manage courses and learners easily using a centralized online classroom with our LMS.

Completion Certificate

Employees can retake quizzes and final exams. Everyone is guaranteed a completion certificate.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How to administer sexual harassment training to my employees?

Administering sexual harassment training is easy with a ready-to-use course and a learning management system to deliver it. All you need to do is pick the sexual harassment training course for your state from the ProProfs library. Alternatively, if you like, you can customize a course with your branding and company harassment policy and make any changes you wish to. Next, you can simply upload a spreadsheet containing a list of learners or add them individually. At ProProfs, you can do an automated sync with your HRIS. Look at this easy guide to learn How to Conduct Sexual Harassment Training.

Is there a specific training format required by California?

Yes, California has specific requirements for the format of sexual harassment training. The training must be interactive. Supervisory employees must receive at least two hours of training, while nonsupervisory employees need at least one hour. The content must cover the definition of sexual harassment, relevant federal and state laws, types of conduct that constitute harassment, prevention strategies, and reporting procedures.

How often is sexual harassment training required in California?

Employees in California must complete sexual harassment training every two years. New employees are required to complete the training within six months of their hire date. Supervisors must undergo two hours of training, while nonsupervisory employees need at least one hour of training.

Are there any additional requirements for California employees?

Yes, there are additional requirements for California employees. Employees must be retrained every two years, and new employees are required to complete the training within six months of their hire date. Supervisory employees must undergo at least two hours of training, while nonsupervisory employees need at least one hour. The training must cover the definition of sexual harassment, prevention strategies, federal and state laws, reporting procedures, and practical examples. Additionally, temporary and seasonal workers must receive training within 30 days of hire or within their first 100 hours of work, whichever comes first. Employers must also keep records of training completion, including the names of attendees, dates of training, and training materials used.

Are LGBTQIA+ employees protected from workplace sexual harassment?

Yes, LGBTQIA+ employees are protected from workplace sexual harassment, just like all other employees. The Equal Employment Opportunity Commission, EEOC, has said that workplace harassment because of an employee's gender identity or expression is sexual harassment. Harassment that happens because someone doesn’t fit traditional gender stereotypes of masculinity or femininity is a type of sexual harassment. Workplace harassment against LGBT people is always rooted in other people's belief that they are not acting how a woman or man "should" act, therefore making it sexual harassment.

It is unlawful to harass a person because of that person's sex, including the person's sexual orientation, gender identity, or pregnancy. Learn More

How can I add my company's harassment policy to the course?

There is a placeholder location in the course where you can add your company’s harassment policy. You can type in, copy and paste, or even upload files directly into the training course, including: zip, doc, docx, ppt, pptx, pdf, swf, jpg, png, gif, flv, mp4, mp3, m4v. You can also add your policy to the classroom as a downloadable file.

When does this course start and finish?

This course is self-paced, and is available as soon as you open your account. You can assign the course to your employees anytime, and you can set deadlines for them. The course is always available to you, so you can require employees to take it again or as required by your policy or state (e.g. every two years).

How long do I get the course access?

As long as your account is active, you can access the course. If you cancel your account, you will lose access to the course.

How many courses can a user take?

As many as they want. Your account comes with 100+ ready-to-use courses including DEI, sexual harassment, OSHA, HIPAA & many more. There is no charge per course.

How is the course accessed?

You will be able to administer and manage the course from your ProProfs Training Maker account. You can share the course with your employees using our Classroom feature. Or you may send them an email containing a link to the course if you prefer. Your employees can access the course via phone, tablet, or desktop. You can set up groups and automate course notifications & reminders.

How do I assign courses to my employees?

There are many options. You can bulk-upload contacts from spreadsheets, send email links to learners for self-enrollment, or connect ProProfs with your HRIS, which auto-syncs your contact database. Here’s a quick guide to learn How to Bulk-Import Contacts in ProProfs LMS.

Can I edit the course?

Yes. You can make any changes to the course, such as adding your logo, company information, or custom content. If you do make changes, please check federal and state guidelines to ensure you maintain compliance.

Do you provide learner tracking (LMS)?

Yes. ProProfs Training Maker is a complete Learning Management System (LMS). You can automate reminders, ensure compliance, track all records, create groups and group admins, integrate with SCORM, xAPI and more. You can create course bundles and learning paths, and access insightful reports and analytics. You can also build your own courses for any other training needs.

How can I access training reports?

The course completion and pending reports are automatically generated in your account. You can share access to these reports easily within your company. You can also use these reports to send reminders to improve completion.

Can I pay one time to access this?

You can pay a one-time annual fee and access the course for a full 12 months. We also have a monthly payment program that allows you to access the course on a month-to-month basis. Remember that your active subscription includes full access to all sexual harassment courses, more than 35 additional training courses, as well as completion certificates, and all training records.

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