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Certificate Program In FMLA, ADA, And PWFA Compliance ™

Seminar: ID# 1284757

Metropolitan Area:
Anchorage

Venue:
Anchorage, AK
770-410-1219

Dates:
5/18/2026 - 05/20/2026 (8am-4pm)

Special Pricing:
Regular: $2,395.00 Early Bird: $2,195.00 (Valid through 4/20/2026)

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About This Course:

Rating: 4.89 - 437 reviews

The Requirements For FMLA And ADA Compliance Have Been Updated, And New Laws On Pregnancy Have Been Enacted. Are You Up To Date?

In today's evolving legal landscape, compliance with the Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA), Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), and the Pregnant Workers Fairness Act (PWFA) is essential - and complex.

Our comprehensive Certificate Program In FMLA, ADA, And The Pregnant Workers Fairness Act™ includes 17 information-packed sessions that provide complete A-to-Z coverage of all aspects of FMLA, ADA, and PWFA compliance, as well as best practices in handling workers' compensation and state-mandated family and medical leave - plus access to our heralded online ADA and FMLA Training And Certification Programs!

Not only will you learn the practical strategies and procedural recommendations that will enable you to tackle the challenging FMLA, ADA, and related issues - and now the PWFA - you confront every day, you'll also get FREE updates whenever FMLA, ADA, or PWFA laws change! That's why this FMLA Training for managers of human resources departments is a necessary investment for your career and company.

Learn The Key FMLA, ADA, And PWFA Rules On Leave, Reasonable Accommodation, And Other Employer Requirements

This comprehensive three-day seminar and workshop - available via in-person and video conference options -
provides you with the FMLA, ADA, and PWFA compliance guidelines for employers, including all the tools and practical knowledge you need to effectively manage your FMLA, ADA, and PWFA compliance responsibilities.

Specifically, this course covers the ADA, PWFA, and FMLA requirements for employers, as well as the recent PWFA regulations on pregnancy accommodations, the rules on FMLA intermittent leave, the ADA and PWFA Reasonable Accommodation requirements, what employers can do to protect against FMLA and ADA abuse, plus:

The FMLA, ADA, and PWFA rules on who is covered - and why
What is - and isn't - a disability
Employee eligibility
Leave entitlement
Employer posting requirements
Intermittent FMLA leave guidelines
Handling pregnancy cases that have ADA and FMLA ramifications
When your duty to engage in the interactive process is triggered
Notifications
The laws protecting disabled individuals from discrimination
Disabled veterans and the ADA
GINA's limitations on acquiring genetic information, and absolute prohibition against using genetic information
What is - and is not - a "serious health condition"
Identifying "Essential Job Functions" and who is a "Qualified Individual"
Medical Certifications
Fitness-for-duty testing
How to determine if the employee can perform the essential functions of the job
What is a "Reasonable Accommodation"
What types of accommodations have the courts found to be reasonable?
What types of accommodations have the courts found to be an "undue hardship" for the employer?
Responding when an individual refuses an offered accommodation
Differences between ADA and PWFA accommodations for pregnant workers
When do you have to excuse a pregnant woman from essential job functions?
ADA "disability" vs PWFA "limitation"
Limits on PWFA documentation
The PUMP Act: lactation breaks for nursing mothers
How PUMP Act and PWFA intersect
Return-to-work options
Light or modified duty
Job restructuring or additional training
FMLA job and benefits maintenance
Tracking leave, including tips for FMLA intermittent leave
How to identify patterns, trends, and leave abuse history
How to terminate an employee on a leave of absence without violating the law
How FMLA, ADA, PWFA, Workers' Comp, and state leave laws work together
What needs to be included in your FMLA, ADA, and PWFA policies

View the full Course Agenda

What You Receive From This FMLA And ADA Training Course:

In addition to the great training, you receive an information-packed workbook, dynamic classroom training, plenty of Q&A time to discuss specific issues, plus:

17 information-packed sessions taught by a subject-matter expert on everything from handling Reasonable Accommodations to Intermittent and Reduced-Schedule leaves to Return-To-Work options
A 300 page workbook
Summary of the PWFA regulations
Sample forms for Medical Documentation, Assessment of Accommodations, and more
Nationwide case citations
Case studies based on real court cases
Practical Tips, Best Practices, and Administrative recommendations
Interactive Exercises: In addition to learning the rules, you will benefit from several interactive exercises, case studies, and video vignettes that allow you to practice what you learn! These include:
- Issues regarding eligibility and administrative requirements
- Determining what is a substantial limitation to a major life activity
- How a requested leave of absence under the ADA creates an entire minefield - particularly if the employee is on workers' compensation or FMLA
- Analyzing reasonable accommodation requests
- Handling overlapping leave and disability law dilemmas
18 HRCI and SHRM re-certification credits!
A frameable "Certificate" showing you have completed the training
FREE updates when the laws change to help your organization to stay up-to-date with regulatory changes - and avoid costly compliance errors and lawsuits!

Bonus: FMLA Training, ADA Training, And PWFA Training Courses 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, you also receive FREE updates whenever the laws change, plus the ability to earn a Certified Administrator designation.

Who Should Attend

This course is ideal for:

HR generalists, HR compliance professionals, leave administrators
Supervisors, managers, and department leads who deal with leaves, accommodations, or disabilities
Legal or compliance team members wanting deeper understanding in employment leave and disability law
Professionals preparing to audit, benchmark, or modernize leave and accommodation practices

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 HRTrainingCenter.com/PrivateSeminar.asp for more details.

Testimonials

"Ann could not have been a better more informed more engaging trainer. 5-Stars!"

Adam Odnert
11/23/2021

"Best training I've had since college over 20 years ago, I've attended several trainings over the years, including SHRM seminars and this was the best trainer I've experienced, absolutely fantastic."

Madelon Zientara
6/10/2025

"The presenter was extremely knowledgeable in the subject matter and made a virtual experience more enjoyable. While the class size was small, the presenter was able to relate back to each of our organizations."

Deanna Prescott
6/23/2020

"I liked the trainer's knowledge and found the examples she was able to give and discuss and the stories/examples from the other participants as we talked through the material and tried to apply it to things we were going through in our work lives to be very helpful."

Antoinette Kimble
10/12/2022

"Even though this training was delivered virtually, it was very informative and interactive. The presenter, Natalie Ivey, was exceptional in her knowledge of the material and giving real-life experiences as supporting information. The printed materials also were thorough on the subject matter and easy to follow. I found the whole program to be very helpful."

Sondra McKenery
4/14/2020

"Most helpful part of the training was the interactive discussions with the instructor and understanding the multiple considerations that need to be made regarding employment law."

Eric Johnson
3/20/2024

"Being able to discuss real-life situations, policies, procedures, etc. with the other HR managers in the class was extremely helpful."

Susie Chunn
8/11/2021

"This training was a refresher yet very educational. Our instructor was very knowledgeable of the material and answered every answer with confidence. The material was a great resource to take home. Overall I would rate 10 out of 10, and would highly recommend this training to others! "

Rosalba Saurez
3/20/2024

"Overall, this was an excellent training. I really enjoyed the instructor, and she sited relevant cases and examples related to the course material. Thanks!"

Laura Judkins
6/22/2020

"Thank you! Great training! Will be recommending it to others."

Karen Gonzalez
7/22/2020

"This was one of the best online trainings I've had. Thanks to Ann!"

Sarah Arnold
3/22/2021

"I enjoyed Anne's real time examples and expert knowledge of the subject! I could tell that she is very knowledgeable in law and HR and I found that reassuring. Overall, I really enjoyed the course."

Aaron Kliethermes
4/24/2023

"Norma was very personable, had a command of the subject matter, and I feel we learned a lot from her."

Eric Johnson
3/20/2024

"Absolutely wonderful!"

Lisa Mendoza Klingelhoefer
2/24/2020

"The instructor, Ann Kiernan was very knowledgeable and able to answer all questions in a manner that you were able to understand."

Brigitte Kirgan
8/26/2024

"The trainer was excellent!! Great class with a lot of valuable information."

Rebecca Porritt
1/23/2020

"Ann Kiernan was fantastic. I would recommend her courses to anyone."

Teresa Fiduccia
3/28/2023

"This was the best FMLA/ADA training I have had."

Melisssa Sisson
8/5/2024

"The presenter was very knowledgeable and I learned a lot."

Ashley Gonzalez
8/31/2020

"Our facilitator, Chris, was very knowledgeable. He went above and beyond to seek information from his colleagues with some of our challenges. The materials/forms are very helpful, and I am and will be referring to them regularly."

Connie Molinaro
1/21/2020

"The materials and content covered were extremely helpful for my position. The scenarios and exercises presented were easily related to current situations and issues that may arise."

Connie Mancini
9/30/2020

"Great course! I am looking forward to taking more courses in the near future."

Milagros Cabrero
5/22/2024

"Ann is a subject matter expert - and a very good trainer."

Rebecca Smotherman
9/21/2020

"Excellent three days of training. I appreciate the information and the learning environment that was established."

JOHN CROTEAU
5/5/2022

"Great training! Pace was great and the materials and case studies were all relevant."

Brigitte Rogers
1/27/2020

"Kara was very knowledgeable on the material, which made the material easy to follow and understand."

Tyshehanna Johnson
2/12/2020

"Every piece of the FMLA-focused day was applicable to my job and I ended up with a long list of topics to cover with my department regarding our current administration of leaves. Was also good to hear where we were definitely doing things right! "

Becky James
5/19/2022

"I learned a lot. The layout and the teacher were wonderful. She was very knowledgeable on the subject and was able to take our personal experiences and help us understand how to apply them to the laws."

Lisa Duvall
6/17/2021

"This training session was wonderful - all of the information was very useful and laid out in a way that made it easy to follow."

Fay Wong
2/12/2020

"I found the ADA case studies and the conversations around that topic most relevant to the gaps in my current organization."

Tanica Richards
10/31/2022

"Ann was an amazing presenter and so knowledgeable! She was lively and made the material exciting. I truly appreciated her expertise in this area and the examples she shared with the class; it was all very helpful!"

Ali Evans
3/25/2021

"The instructor was top notch and had the ability to give real life situations as examples. She was one of the best instructors I have had in my career."

Sue Martinez
5/6/2024

"Ann Kiernan did a great job of explaining everything at a good pace and in a way that made the material easy to understand."

Karen Gonzalez
7/22/2020

"Our trainer was amazing: easy to follow, made training fun and interactive."

Lorena Gastelum
2/28/2024

"The presenter, Kara, was amazing! She helped answer questions and provided many examples of cases we might come across with. She's great!"

Carmelita Zuniga
3/27/2023

"I completed the training virtually due to COVID, and I found the trainer, Ann Kiernan, to be really engaging. The real-life court cases and the hands-on exercises were the most helpful for me. Additionally, the training was really up-to-date and included the latest legal developments."

Amanda Moll
1/25/2021

"I wasn't sure what to expect as this was my first seminar with HRcertification.com. I was very pleased. and feel more confident in my knowledge of these topics."

Sharon Michael
6/13/2025

"Excellent course"

Fredrick Jamison
8/5/2024

"Appreciated Kara's expertise and the open discussion during class to see how others were managing in their environment, etc. Great course!"

Jamie Vanderver
5/2/2022

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What is "Leave Management"? Hide

Leave management includes the processes and requirements of managing employee absences, such as vacation, holidays, sick leave, and parental leave. Attending FMLA Training for Managers and HR Professionals can help you stay updated on the latest rules and regulations and handle leave management effectively. This makes in-person and online FMLA, ADA, and Leave Management training a practical investment for HR professionals.

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Leave Management laws include FMLA, ADA, COBRA, Workers' Comp, and more.

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Arguable, the most confusing aspect of Leave Management is understanding the benefits for each law - including knowing both state and federal law - for FMLA, ADA, and other laws, especially if the various laws conflict or overlap. This is why certified FMLA training courses are important. More Info

What are some of the job components of Leave Management? Show

Handling claims, medical certifications, return-to-work, terminations, and more.

Are "Leave Management" laws often abused by certain employees? Show

They definitely can be. For instance, though FMLA permits up to 12 weeks of leave, certain employees always seem to take a Friday or Monday off under leave laws, so employers can take advantage of FMLA, ADA, and Leave Management training courses so they can fight against abuse legally.

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The federal Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA) entitles eligible employees of covered employers to take unpaid, job-protected leave for specified family and medical reasons...More Info

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FMLA, ADA, COBRA, and Workers' Compensation are difficult enough to administer independently, let alone when you must determine which rule or law takes precedence over another...More Info

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The program provides comprehensive training on compliance with the FMLA (Family and Medical Leave Act), ADA (Americans with Disabilities Act), and PWFA (Pregnant Workers Fairness Act). Topics include medical certifications, fitness-for-duty testing, return-to-work, reasonable accommodations, leave entitlement, overlapping laws (e.g. workers' compensation, state family/medical leave), job and benefits restoration, documentation strategies, and more.

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It is a three-day, instructor-led, in-person (classroom) format. The content is delivered through lectures, case studies, interactive exercises, group discussion, and role-plays.

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It is a three-day, instructor-led, in-person (classroom) format. The content is delivered through lectures, case studies, interactive exercises, group discussion, and role-plays.

What Materials And Resources Do I Receive? Show

Participants receive a 300-page workbook including sample forms, templates, case citations, and policies. You'll also get practice exercises, documentation toolkits, and interactive case studies. After completion, you get ongoing updates to course materials when laws change.

Who Should Attend This Course? Show

This is ideal for HR professionals, leave administrators, managers, compliance officers, and legal or operations leaders who handle or oversee leave, accommodation, disability, or health-related workforce issues.

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Is There A Discount Or Group Rate? Show

Yes - organizations sending six or more participants may arrange private, on-site training (which can be significantly discounted).

Is There A Discount Or Group Rate? Show

Yes - organizations sending six or more participants may arrange private, on-site training (which can be significantly discounted).

Are Continuing Education / Recertification Credits Offered? Show

Yes - completing the course grants 18 HRCI (for PHR/SPHR recertification) credits and 18 SHRM Professional

What Is Included In The "Free Updates"? Show

As laws and interpretations change (in FMLA, ADA, PWFA, etc.), HRTrainingCenter will send you updated materials, regulatory changes, or clarifications - so your policy templates and compliance knowledge remain current.

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The schedule includes multiple U.S. cities and dates, plus video-conference versions. Because many venues are listed (e.g., Atlanta, Boston, Seattle, etc.), you can select the city and date you prefer.

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While the site does not provide maximum class size, course reviews (over 400) rate it highly (4.89 average), and student testimonials praise instructor knowledge, responsiveness, and real-life examples.

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Do I Need Prior Experience Or Qualifications To Attend? Show

There is no prerequisite. The course is designed for HR professionals at various levels who handle or will manage leave, accommodation, disability, and compliance issues.