Certificate Course in Prevention of Sexual Harassment at the Workplace

BY
LawSikho

Gain expertise in preventing Sexual Harassment with a Certificate Course in Prevention of Sexual Harassment at the Workplace by LawSikho

Mode

Online

Duration

90 Days

Fees

₹ 51000

Inclusive of GST

Quick Facts

particular details
Medium of instructions English
Mode of learning Self study, Virtual Classroom
Mode of Delivery Video and Text Based
Learning efforts 4 Hours Per Week

Course overview

The Certificate Course in Prevention of Sexual Harassment at the Workplace lasts 90 days. The course provides knowledge of practical issues under the Sexual Harassment of Women at Workplace (Prevention, Prohibition and Redressal) Act, 2013, or the POSH Act. The students will learn to draft decisions, notices, summons, and customisation of policies.

The certification programme is designed for HR Professionals, Corporate Trainers or Consultants, CA, CS, or other Compliance Consultants, and In-House Counsels. The Certificate Course in Prevention of Sexual Harassment at the Workplace by LawSikho provides a robust curriculum that includes sexual harassment in an organisational context, and the creation and implementation of an anti-sexual harassment policy.

The highlights

  • 90 Days Online Course 
  • 1 Online Live Class/Week
  • Instructor Feedback on Assignments
  • Certificate by NSDC and Skill India
  • Professional Networking Coaching
  • 2 Practical/Drafting Exercises Per Week
  • Top Performers Recommended for Jobs/Client Opportunities
  • Doubt Clearing on WhatsApp, LMS, Discord, Calendly & Classes

Program offerings

  • Cv enhancement
  • Doubt clearing within 24 hours
  • Placement assistance
  • Internship and job support
  • Interview preparation guidance
  • Access to online content for 3 years
  • Internship & job support

Course and certificate fees

Fees information
₹ 51,000  (Inclusive of GST)

The Certificate Course in Prevention of Sexual Harassment at the Workplace fee is Rs 51,000 including all taxes and charges for the Standard Access and the Master Access the course fee is Rs 2,00,000. The students can pay the course fee monthly, through EMI which is Rs 3,000 per month. 

Certificate Course in Prevention of Sexual Harassment at the Workplace Fee Structure

Certification Course 

Fees 

Certificate Course in Prevention of Sexual Harassment at the Workplace

Rs 51,000

certificate availability

Yes

certificate providing authority

National Skill Development Corporation +1 more

Who it is for

The certificate course is designed for aspiring students, and working professionals to enhance their skills. This course is also beneficial for: 

Eligibility criteria

Certification Qualifying Details

The aspirants must complete all exercises and writing assignments to receive a certificate, they are required to spend at least 8-10 hours developing their skills. Candidates will receive the certificate co-branded by NSDC and Skill India by courier at the address provided.

What you will learn

After completing the Certificate Course in Prevention of Sexual Harassment at the Workplace syllabus, the students will learn how to implement the compliance process for huge companies and guide CEOs and the management team, the ICC and the workforce with implementation. They will also learn the documentation process, make decisions and assist organisations with false complaints.

Upon the completion of the Certificate Course in Prevention of Sexual Harassment at the Workplace training, the students will gain a deep understanding of key components of sensitisation for various categories of employees whatever their language, location or type of workplace. They will also learn to develop consulting practices to assist the organisations as an external expert or trainer.

The syllabus

Sexual Harrassment in an Organisational Context

  • History of fight against sexual harassment in India
  • 5 companies that went down because of sexual harassment complaints
  • Startup culture and crimes against women - a case study of Uber
  • Case Study of TERI
  • Sexual Harassment at Work in the Age of Me Too
  • Psychological basis of sexual harassment
  • Employer's responsibilities under-sexual harassment prevention laws
  • Key implementation roadblocks for organisations under the POSH Act
    • Note: Background of provisions related to sexual harassment
    • Note: Comparison of employers’ responsibilities under Vishakha Guidelines and the Sexual Harassment of Women at Workplace (Prevention, Prohibition and Redressal) Act, 2013 or POSH Act
    • Note: Role of an external expert/ consultant
    • Note: Task list of an external expert

Creation and Implementation of an Anti-Sexual Harassment Poli

Essential elements of a sexual harassment prevention policy
  • What constitutes Sexual harassment?
  • Is sexual harassment gender neutral?
  • Does the policy apply to situations not contemplated by the act
  • Complainant's rights and remedies available
  • Identifying whether the sexual harassment took place in the "workplace"
How to draft policies for specific cases and other related company policies
  • Management and employee participation/inputs to identify the needs of the organization
  • Explaining reputational and other risks of non-compliance and onboarding relevant officers towards legal compliance and sensitization
  • Developing a uniform and consistent management stance on sexual harassment
  • Identifying risks and objectives of the organization
  • Drafting a need-based sexual-harassment prevention policy
  • Scope of a sexual harassment prevention policy and variations
  • Implementation of a gender-neutral framework
  • Sexual harassment policies in schools and educational institutions
  • Sexual harassment policies for hospitals and medical institutions
  • Aligning other company policies to prevent sexual harassment
  • Dissemination and publicity of sexual harassment policy
  • Takeaway: Sample anti-sexual harassment policy
  • Takeaway: Checklist for drafting a custom-sexual harassment prevention policy
  • Note: Dissemination of the anti-sexual harassment policy

Sensitisation and Training of Employees

Implementation of workshops for sensitization
  • Modes of sensitisation - workshop, intranet or video-conferencing
  • Content generation for sensitization
  • Evaluation techniques and frequency
  • Provision of take-away information kit
  • Takeaway: Sample Sensitization Presentation
  • Note: Sensitization and training of employees
  • Note: Introduction to the 2013 Act (for employee sensitizations)
  • Note: What categories of employees are protected (for employee sensitizations)
  • Note: What is the scope of workplace
  • Note: What should be done if a woman faces sexual harassment
  • Note: What to expect after filing a complaint (for employee sensitizations)
  • Note: Guides for employees (for employee sensitizations)
  • Note: What can be done if a complaint is filed against you? (for employee sensitizations)
  • Note: How should male and transgender employees deal with sexual harassment at workplace?
  • Note: Sensitization script for blue-collar workers

Creation of ICC & Capacity Building Programs

Formation of ICCs
  • Establishing ICC and selection of members
  • Identifying suitable external member of the ICC
  • Terms of engagement with external members
ICC’s compliance obligations under the act
  • Record keeping obligations
  • Maintenance of confidentiality
  • Implementation monitoring – how to ensure the organization complies with ICC’s recommendations
Employer’s duties with respect to ICC
  • Developing handbook for ICC members
  • Independence of ICC
  • Role of different organisational actors in tackling sexual harassment
  • Pre-complaint employee counselling
  • Note: Duties of ICC Presiding Officers
  • Note: Challenges in the creation of ICCs
  • Note: Participation in ICC’s meetings and hearings
  • Note: Compliance obligations of ICCs
  • Note: Interface between the employer and ICC
  • Note: Creation of an effective complaints mechanism

Hearings and Decision-Making Process by the ICC

Mechanisms for protection from sexual harassment in public sector organizations and government departments
Steps for conducting disciplinary proceedings in the case of Central Government employees
Procedure and timelines for the ICC to decide a sexual harassment complaint
  • Filing of a complaint
  • Reply by the accused
  • Settlement
  • Interim measures and how to identify appropriate interim measures
  • Enquiry process
  • Recommendation
Inquiry and decision-making process in detail
  • Notice to attend a hearing
  • Oral hearing
  • Presentation of evidence
  • Recording the deposition of witness
  • Examination and Cross-examination
Inquiry-related powers of ICC
  • Powers as a Civil Court
  • Cooperation of employer
  • How to enforce attendance, issue summons and attachment
  • Note: Quantum of punishment to be award
  • Note: How to write orders and reports
  • Note: Pointers for appreciation of evidence
  • Note: How to handle false and frivolous complaints
  • Note: What to do if a false complaint is filed against you?

Advanced Topics in Workplace Diversity Gender Neutral Workplaces, Workplace Harassment and Ensuring Workplace Diversity

Framework for gender-neutral implementation of the Sexual Harassment of Women at Workplace (Prevention, Prohibition and Redressal) Act, 2013
  • Takeaway: Sample settlement agreement
  • Takeaway: Sample decision of the ICC
  • Takeaway: Sample interim-decision of the ICC
  • Takeaway: Sample anti-sexual harassment policy
  • Takeaway: Sample anti-sexual harassment notice at workplace
  • Takeaway: Sample clause prohibiting sexual harassment in employment contract
  • Takeaway: Sample Annual Report by the ICC
  • Takeaway: Sample notice to accused to attend an ICC proceeding
  • Takeaway: Sample sensitization presentation
  • Takeaway: Sample retainer contract
  • Takeaway: Sample notice to a witness to attend an ICC proceeding / produce documents
  • Takeaway: Daily order sheet
  • Takeaway: Minutes of hearings
  • Takeaway: Record of examination of witnesses
  • Takeaway: Production of new evidence/witnesses
  • Takeaway: Compliance checklist for organizations
  • Takeaway: Capacity building plan for the members of the ICC
  • Takeaway: Format for FIR
  • Takeaway: Checklist for filing an FIR
  • Takeaway: Declaration to minimise risk of false complaint
  • Takeaway: Draft complaint against sexual harassment
  • Takeaway: Sample notice to employer to comply with the provisions of the POSH Act, 2013
  • Takeaway: Important Government notifications related to sexual harassment
  • Note: Workplace Diversity
  • Note: Workplace Harassment and Discrimination
  • Note: Indian law on discrimination at work
  • Note: Workplace harassment and discrimination in US and UK

Admission details

Students can join the Certificate Course in Prevention of Sexual Harassment at the Workplace classes by following the below-mentioned steps: 

Step 1: Browse the link mentioned below:

https://lawsikho.com/course/certificate-course-in-prevention-of-sexual-harassment-at-the-workplace

Step 2: Candidates must click on the “Enroll Now” button, add the necessary information, click on the “Proceed for Plan and Payment” and pay the course fee and submit. 

How it helps

The Certificate Course in Prevention of Sexual Harassment at the Workplace benefits include:

  • Aspirants will receive 1-2 online live classes, 2 practical exercises per week, live doubt-clearing support and one-on-one sessions with mentors.
  • They will also have access to the entire digital study material for 3 years on LMS, Android & iOS apps.  
  • Students will also get assistance for CV enhancement, interview preparation, networking with other students and alumni and internship and job support. 
  • Top performers of the course will be recommended to law firms and companies.

FAQs

What is the duration of the Certificate Course in Prevention of Sexual Harassment at the Workplace training?

The duration of the course is 90 days. The course offers training on decision-making, creating in-depth management information systems, and ensuring the employees feel safe to report instances of sexual harassment.

Who can pursue the online Certificate Course in Prevention of Sexual Harassment at the Workplace?

The certification course can be pursued by HR Professionals, Corporate Trainers or Consultants, CA, CS or other Compliance Consultants, and In-House Counsels.

What are the class timings of the Certificate Course in Prevention of Sexual Harassment at the Workplace?

The course classes are conducted at a flexible and convenient time for students. They are scheduled after work hours, on Sundays, or after 8 PM on weekdays for the students to join easily.

Can students attempt the MCQ test online for the Certificate Course in Prevention of Sexual Harassment at the Workplace?

MCQ test can be given on the Learning Management System and candidates need not go to any centres to take the exam. They can log in using a computer attempt in one sitting.

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