Course Code: REL-ALL-0-SHWENK-R1
Hours: 0.5
Type: Online Course
Content Expiration Date: 12/31/2026
Learning Objectives:
Define sexual harassment.
Describe how sexual harassment affects employees and organizations.
Explain at least three ways to prevent sexual harassment in the workplace.
Outline:
Section 1: Introduction
About This Course
Learning Objectives
Section 2: What Is Sexual Harassment?
Definition
Sexual Harassment: Quid Pro Quo
Sexual Harassment: Hostile Work Environment
Unwanted and Unwelcome Behavior
Respectful Behavior
Review
Summary
Section 3: The Impact of Sexual Harassment
It Can Happen to Anyone
Obvious Cases
Harder to Recognize
Where Do You Draw the Line?
Effects of Sexual Harassment
Impact on Organizations
Review
Summary
Section 4: What Can Be Done?
Respond Clearly
Reporting Sexual Harassment
Megan’s Story
The Role of the Bystander
Review
Summary
Course Summary
Course Contributor
Resources
References
Writer: Elizabeth Vaccaro, BSN RN
Elizabeth Vaccaro earned her Bachelor of Science in nursing from Kean University. She has worked as a Multiple Sclerosis Nurse Educator. Elizabeth has worked in a variety of healthcare settings from the hospital to the pharmaceutical industry which has allowed her to have a great appreciation for all the challenges that span the healthcare field. She has practiced in the hospice setting for nine years in a variety of roles from Case Manager, Educator, and Director of both inpatient and home care hospice.
Subject Matter Expert: Linda M. Wantuch, MSM, SPHR, SHRM-CP
With more than 20 years of human resources experience, Linda is an accomplished professional who has worked in a variety of industries, including retail, banking, hospitality, and e-commerce. Linda has extensive experience in talent management, employee relations, performance management, legal & regulatory compliance, and organizational restructuring. Linda has a Bachelor’s Degree in Social Work from the University of Wisconsin – Whitewater and a Master’s Degree in Business Management from Cardinal Stritch University. Linda is SPHR certified through the Human Resource Certification Institute and SHRM-CP certified through the Society for Human Resource Management.
Target Audience:
The target audience for this course is: All Staff; in the following settings: All Healthcare Facilities.
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Course Delivery Method and Format
Asynchronous Distance Learning with interactivity which includes quizzes with questions/answers, and posttests.