Online Class: Workplace Sexual Harassment in the #MeToo Era

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Course Description
Unmasking the Shadows: Navigating Sexual Harassment in the Workplace
In recent years, the whispers about sexual harassment have crescendoed into a roaring global dialogue. From Hollywood's glitzy corridors to the hallowed halls of Capitol Hill, revelations and stories have unveiled the omnipresence of this issue. Yet, amidst the uproar, a cloud of uncertainty and myth obscures the real nature and impact of sexual harassment.
Sexual harassment isn’t just trending news; it’s an unsettling reality that affects countless individuals striving for professional growth. Its nebulous definitions and the myths surrounding it often leave victims, bystanders, and even perpetrators clueless about its ramifications and the steps to address it.
This course aims to illuminate the murky waters of workplace sexual harassment, offering a comprehensive understanding that transcends sensational headlines. Key takeaways include:
- History Revisited: Delve into the chronicles of sexual harassment, understanding its roots and evolution.
- Legal Labyrinths: Navigate the complex legal frameworks that define and tackle sexual harassment.
- Roles & Realities: Decode the different perspectives involved in an incident, shedding light on the victim's journey, bystander dilemmas, and the introspection needed for those who perpetrate.
Envisioned as a beacon, this course equips you with the knowledge and tools to champion a safer, respectful, and more inclusive professional environment. Whether you're an ally, survivor, or someone committed to understanding better, this course beckons you to be a harbinger of change. Do you have the courage to challenge the status quo and pioneer a new era of workplace ethics? Join us and be part of the solution!
- Completely Online
- Self-Paced
- Printable Lessons
- Full HD Video
- 6 Months to Complete
- 24/7 Availability
- Start Anytime
- PC & Mac Compatible
- Android & iOS Friendly
- Accredited CEUs

Course Lessons
Lesson 1. What Is Sexual Harassment?
This lesson will introduce you to the topic of sexual harassment in the workplace, providing you with some of the basic information needed for you to navigate through this course.Lesson 2. The History of Sexual Harassment In The Workplace
This lesson will dive into the history of sexual harassment in the workplace with an inclusion of its presence in society, traditional working environments, and special circumstances.Lesson 3. Sexual Harassment in the Workplace Today
This lesson will discuss sexual harassment in the workplace as it appears today.Lesson 4. The Hidden Costs of Sexual Harassment
This lesson will look at the costs of sexual harassment in the workplace, many of which are not always apparent at first glance.Lesson 5. Understanding Opportunity and Motivation
This lesson will look at the different aspects that go into sexual harassment in the workplace and help foster instances.Lesson 6. Identifying Offenders, Helpers, Apologists, and Rule Benders
This lesson will look at the different roles that may be present in any given case of sexual harassment and what may be involved with each one.Lesson 7. Understanding Laws and Their Role
This lesson will look at the legal aspects of sexual harassment in the workplace, especially the laws covering it.Lesson 8. Crisis Management: What To Do
This lesson will look at the different things that a person should do if they have been impacted by an instance of sexual harassment.Lesson 9. Anatomy of a Sexual Harassment Case: The Process of Claiming Sexual Harassment
This lesson will look into the early stages of filing a claim of sexual harassment in the workplace or other professional setting.Lesson 10. Anatomy of a Sexual Harassment Case: Legal Proceedings
This lesson will look at the legal proceedings that may be available in a sexual harassment case.Lesson 11. How to Move Forward: for Businesses
This lesson will look at the aftermath of a sexual harassment claim and how businesses can move forward for the better.Lesson 12. How to Move Forward: For Victims
This lesson will look at what victims can do to help themselves and heal after a sexual harassment case.Lesson 13. How to Move Forward: For the Harasser
This lesson will look at the aftermath of a sexual harassment case as it pertains to the harassers who are accused.Lesson 14. Preventing Harassment and Promoting Workplace Equity
This lesson will look at two concepts--prevention measures against harassment and the promotion of workplace equity.Lesson 15. Additional Resources
This final lesson will provide information about additional resources.
Learning Outcomes
- Identify and explain common misconceptions regarding sexual harassment, including the belief that false reporting is prevalent
- Recognize and articulate the various forms of sexual harassment as defined under Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964
- Explain the impact of social movements and legal milestones on addressing sexual harassment, highlighting the ongoing need for systemic change and advocacy.
- Recognize the historical context and persistence of sexual harassment in workplace settings, illustrating its evolution from past to present.
- Demonstrate the ability to outline and explain at least three strategies that organizations can implement to mitigate workplace sexual harassment, focusing on cultural, procedural, and technological approaches.
- Identify and describe at least three common barriers to reporting sexual harassment in the workplace, referencing key statistics.
- Demonstrate an understanding of the direct and indirect financial impacts of sexual harassment on organizations by analyzing case studies from corporate environments.
- Identify the psychological and physical repercussions of sexual harassment on individuals through assessment of real-world scenarios and their outcomes.
- Define the relationship between workplace harassment and organizational culture by identifying specific cultural elements that can facilitate harassment within the workplace
- Demonstrate understanding of power dynamics in workplace harassment by describing how hierarchical structures and power imbalances can influence the prevalence and reporting of harassment incidents
- Demonstrate the ability to apply EEOC guidelines to assess whether a workplace action constitutes sexual harassment.
- Identify and categorize individuals into roles of offender, helper, apologist, and rule bender, based on workplace behaviors observed.
- Recognize the historical evolution and current legal standards regarding sexual harassment laws, including key protective statutes like Title VII and VAWA.
- Demonstrate mastery of lesson content at levels of 70% or higher.
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