Advanced Issues In Leave Management Certificate Program Workshop

Course Summary:

This Workshop covers advanced issues in administering leaves of absence and accommodations under ADA, FMLA, PWFA, USERRA, COBRA, Workers' Compensation, as well as related state laws

Course Details:

Improve Your Skills With The Advanced Issues In Leave Management Certificate Program Workshop

Step into the future of HR expertise with this dynamic, hands-on seminar/workshop designed for professionals who want to master the most challenging aspects of leave management and workplace accommodations.

Here are just a few of the more-common leave management issues that administers must handle correctly - and which are covered in this course:

• FMLA leave may be a reasonable accommodation under ADA or PWFA
• An employee may exhaust FMLA leave but still require additional leave under the ADA
• PWFA has broader coverage for pregnancy-related "limitations", sometimes requiring accommodations even when ADA would not
• Avoiding overly invasive medical inquiries (especially under ADA and PWFA).
• Balancing what's medically supported versus operational needs
• Ensuring FMLA medical certifications are complete, sufficient, and authentic without violating privacy
• Determining when additional leave is reasonable
• Ensuring the employer isn't unintentionally treating additional leave as indefinite (which ADA generally doesn't require)
• Not Reinstating employees to the same or equivalent position (an FMLA requirement)
• Return-To- Work Issues: No "100% healed" or "full duty" policies (an ADA violation)
• Determining if continued accommodations are required post-leave

This two-day, Instructor-led training program equips experienced HR professionals, managers, and leave administrators with the tools, insight, and judgment needed to manage your most difficult leave and accommodation issues confidently and lawfully.

Delivered over two successive days, this advanced program blends in-depth legal analysis, real-world case studies, and more than a dozen interactive exercises to equip you with the skills and confidence to navigate the ever-evolving landscape of federal and state leave laws.

Sneek Peak:
During this training workshop, you will get to est your knowledge with real-life scenarios - like the case of Delia, a pregnant employee with whom you will have to navigate FMLA, workers' comp, and PWFA options and requirements. Like in the real world, you'll need to decide what to offer, when and what accommodations to offer, and more! Would you know what to do? Find out in this interactive jury exercise - just one of many included with this course!

What You'll Experience:

• Comprehensive Legal Framework: Dive deep into the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA), Pregnancy Discrimination Act (PDA), Pregnant Workers Fairness Act (PWFA), Uniformed Services Employment and Reemployment Rights Act (USERRA), COBRA, Workers' Compensation, and more
• Cutting-Edge Case Studies: Analyze recent cases from 2025 and participate in discussions on hot topics like service animals, lactation accommodations, and open office dilemmas.
• State Law Insights: Explore the nuances of state-specific family and medical leave, adoption leave, bereavement, paid sick time, and more
• Interactive Problem-Solving: Tackle advanced compliance challenges through hands-on exercises and collaborative analysis, ensuring you are ready for anything your workforce throws your way
• Intersectional Analysis: Learn to manage overlapping obligations and conflicting accommodations, with practical frameworks for integrating ADA, FMLA, PWFA, USERRA, COBRA, and workers' comp

View the program Agenda

What You Receive:

• A comprehensive course workbook and resource library for ongoing reference
• Access to exclusive case studies and interactive exercises
• 12 HRCI and SHRM re-certification credits
• Practical ideas for immediate workplace application
• Direct answers to your toughest questions from experienced instructors
• Certificate of completion to showcase your advanced HR expertise

Bonus: Online Training Courses For FMLA Training, ADA Training, And PWFA Included!

As a special bonus, you also receive access to our online FMLA Training & Certification Program, ADA Training & Certification Program, and our Pregnant Workers Fairness Act Training & Certification Programs!

Not only do these programs include numerous administrative tips and procedural recommendations for keeping in compliance and the ability to earn a "Certified Administrator" designation for each, but you also receive FREE updates whenever the laws change, plus the ability to earn a Certified Administrator designation.

Benefits of Attending:

• Gain actionable strategies to ensure compliance and reduce legal risk for your organization
• Build confidence in handling complex, real-world scenarios involving multiple, intersecting leave laws
• Network with peers and experts, sharing best practices and solutions to common challenges
• Earn a prestigious certificate to showcase your advanced HR knowledge and commitment to professional growth
• Return to your workplace as a trusted resource, ready to advise on the latest legal developments and practical solutions

Who Should Attend:

HR professionals, managers, legal counsel, and anyone responsible for administering employee leaves and accommodations who wants to stay ahead of the curve and ensure compliance in a complex regulatory environment. Because this is an advanced program, basic knowledge of the statutes is presumed. Recommended background: two+ years' leave administration experience or prior attendance at our Certificate Program in FMLA, ADA and PWFA Compliance.

Ready To Take Your HR Expertise To The Next Level?

Seats are limited, so register now to secure your spot in this essential seminar and earn your advanced certificate! Don't miss this opportunity to become your organization's go-to expert in leave management.

Bring This Training To Your Location?

Organizations that need to train six or more people can have us come to you - at a savings of 50% or more. Go to https://hrtrainingcenter.com/hrtrainingcenter.com/privateseminar.asp for more details.