Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA)

Overview/Description
 Have you or a family member ever been seriously ill and needed to take medical leave? Did your employer give you the leave you deserved without it affecting your job? It is essential to understand the law of the Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA) in order to protect yourself from losing your job or benefits. FMLA is only relevant to U.S. based employers and their U.S. based employees. In this course, you will learn the guidelines of FMLA and how they apply to you. This course will educate you on who is eligible and covered under FMLA, benefits and employer obligations, medical certifications, and what notices need to be posted in the workplace. This SkillSoft product has been reviewed by the Employment Practice Group of Sheehan Phinney Bass + Green. As of the date reviewed, the content of this course is in compliance with federal law and court decisions.

Target Audience
 U.S. based managers and employees of all levels and other individuals who have an interest in learning about the U.S. laws under the Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA).

Expected Duration
3.0 hours

Lesson Objectives:

The Law

  • recognize the benefits of knowing the principles of the FMLA.
  • select statements that summarize the principles of the FMLA.

    • Coverage and Eligibility

  • recognize the benefits of knowing what the FMLA covers and who's eligible.
  • identify examples of employers covered under the FMLA.
  • recognize examples of circumstances when employees qualify for leave under the FMLA.
  • identify circumstances when employees qualify for leave under the FMLA.

    • Employer Obligations

  • recognize the benefits of knowing about employers' obligations with regard to the FMLA.
  • identify guidelines for unpaid leave entitlement allowable under the FMLA.
  • identify the necessary requirements when providing medical certification to support FMLA leave
  • identify the requirements for posting notices in order to comply with FMLA.
  • identify the necessary requirements for benefits and compensation under the FMLA.
  • identify the recordkeeping regulations an employer must follow in order to comply with FMLA.

    • Job Restoration

  • recognize the benefits of knowing how the FMLA provides job security.
  • identify the guidelines that an employer must follow in order to refuse job restoration.
  • identify how the FMLA leave corresponds with other statutes.

    • Course Number: HR0154