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Archived Webcast (On Demand Course): Family and Medical Leave Act

The Family Medical and Leave Act (FMLA) was enacted in 1993 to provide job security to employees who require time off from work because of their own illness, or to care for infirm family members, or to care for newborn infants. It was Congress' stated goal to balance the needs of employees and their families against the legitimate interests of their employers. FMLA was amended in January and October 2009 adding among other things, job protected leave for employees with family members in the military.

Whether or not you agree with the FMLA, it remains an entrenched business reality that must be dealt with -- the financial consequences of non-compliance can be severe. It is a complicated and lengthy federal law. Even the most season Human Resource Professional faces challenges in granting and administering FMLA. This course is a good refresher for the seasoned HR Professional and a great over view for the novice.

Topics that will be covered in this Webinar include:

Review of Eligibility requirements for employers and employees.
What is a the "leave year"?
Definition of a Serious Health Condition
Current definition of "family" for an eligible employee working in Washington State
Employer's rights regarding requesting and/or questioning employee's medical certification.
Review of 2009 FMLA amendments.
Employee's entitlements while on approved FMLA.
Intermittent Leave
Employer basic notice requirements.
New FMLA forms for administering leave.

After completing this course, participants will be able to:

Simplify paperwork requirements on FMLA leave administration.
Update handbook with 2009 FMLA amendments.
Communicate appropriately with employee and employee's health care provider regarding leave issues.
Recognize situations in which leave is required.
Understand employer duties regarding reinstatement after leave.
Monitor for employee abuse of FMLA leave.

TO REGISTER FOR THIS WEBCAST:

Go to: https://university.learnlive.com/we.

Complete the "Student Login" if you have attended previous Webcasts.

If you have not attended previous Webcasts, click on the "New Student Registration" button and complete all required fields, including company passcode, 57642. When finished click "submit."

Click on "Catalog", found in the orange bar near the top of the page.

Scroll down to find the "On Demand Courses" section. Locate the appropriate Archived Webcast and click "enroll."

CPE Credits: 0

Course Number: 744
Cost: $75.00 per participant

Sessions & Registration

Webcast Registration 02/09/10-02/09/12 Course 2
11:00 AM-12:00 PM Webcast, WA

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