Sexual Harassment Awareness - 2023 (Text Based)

Sexual harassment is a frequently discussed topic in employee relations. The Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation adopted Administrative Rules 68 Ill. Adm. Code 1130.400, which requires licensed CPAs in Illinois to complete one hour of sexual harassment prevention training in order to be eligible for license renewal. This course fulfills the 1 CPE sexual harassment training credit requirement for Illinois licensed CPAs.

This course includes an explanation of relevant federal and Illinois statutory provisions concerning sexual harassment and remedies available to victims of sexual harassment, discusses types of sexual harassment, provides examples of conduct considered unlawful sexual harassment, and identifies employers' responsibilities in the prevention, investigation, and corrective measures of sexual harassment under Illinois laws.

Learning Objectives:

1. Identify Illinois laws that offer employees protections against sexual harassment

2. Recognize workplace behaviors that may constitute sexual harassment

Instructional Method: Self-Study

Review Date: 12/26/2023

Required Components: Written Materials

CPE Final Exam Required Passage Grade: 70%

Please Note: This course must be completed within 1 year of the date of receipt of this course for CPE Credit.

Field of Study: Business Law - Technical

Level of Knowledge: Overview

Prerequisite: None

Advanced Preparation: None

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