Leave of Absence Certification

Navigating the Leave of Absence Maze of FMLA, ADA & Workers' Comp

Approved for HRCI and SHRM recertification credits
Teri Morning, MBA, MS Teri Morning, MBA, MS
Navigating employee leave feels like a maze of overlapping laws. One wrong turn with FMLA, the ADA, or state-specific rules can lead to costly lawsuits and compliance penalties. This certification provides a step-by-step guide to untangle the complexity. Learn to manage everything from simple FMLA requests to complex ADA accommodations with a clear, defensible, and repeatable process.

Course Outcomes

    • Master FMLA Eligibility, Paperwork, and Reinstatement
    • Navigate Complex ADA Accommodation Requests
    • Manage the Overlap of FMLA, ADA, and Workers' Comp
    • Ensure Compliance with PWFA and the PUMP Act
    • Confidently Handle Leave for Mental Health and Substance Abuse

Outline

This series builds your expertise from the ground up. We start with a deep dive into every aspect of FMLA administration, from eligibility to reinstatement. We then show you how the ADA, Workers' Comp, and new pregnancy-related laws intersect, giving you a complete framework for managing any leave scenario you will encounter.

Session 1: FMLA Fundamentals: Eligibility and Qualifying Leave

  • Determine employer coverage and employee eligibility
  • Identify the six qualifying reasons for FMLA leave
  • Understand military caregiver leave and qualifying exigencies
  • Differentiate between intermittent, reduced schedule, and continuous leave

Session 2: FMLA Administration: Paperwork, Notices, and Certifications

  • Recognize an employee's request for FMLA leave
  • Follow the required 5-day timelines for all employer notices
  • Manage the medical certification and recertification process
  • Correctly calculate and track an employee's 12-month leave period

Session 3: FMLA Protections: Reinstatement, Benefits, and Paid Leave Substitution

  • Reinstate employees to the same or a virtually identical position
  • Maintain group health benefits during an employee's leave
  • Apply rules for substituting accrued paid leave for unpaid FMLA leave
  • Identify key employees and the rules for denying restoration

Session 4: The Intersection of FMLA, ADA, and Workers' Compensation

  • Manage the overlap when an FMLA leave also qualifies as a Workers' Comp claim
  • Understand the three definitions of disability under the ADA
  • Engage in the interactive process to find a reasonable accommodation
  • Maintain the confidentiality of all employee medical information

Session 5: ADA in Practice and New Pregnancy & Pumping Laws

  • Address accommodation requests for mental health and substance abuse conditions
  • Comply with the Pregnant Workers Fairness Act (PWFA) accommodation requirements

What's Included

The Leave of Absence Certification course includes the following:

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    • Certificate of attendance included with all courses
    • Certification courses include one exam attempt
    • Successful graduates will receive an official certification along with verified digital credentials
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    Class experience

    • Live sessions are small and focused to support questions and discussion
    • Self-paced on-demand courses allow you to move through the material on your own schedule
Recommended Audience

Who Should Attend?

  • Human resources professionals
  • In house counsel
  • Finance and accounting
  • Employee relations staff
  • Benefit administrators
  • Payroll professionals
  • Location managers
  • Division supervisors
  • Supervisors
  • Managers
  • Safety staff
APPROVAL AND VALIDITY

Credits

  • This program has been approved for 7.5 general recertification credit hours toward PHR, SPHR, and GPHR recertification through the HR Certification Institute.
  • This program is valid for 7.5 PDCs for the SHRM-CP or SHRM-SCP.
  • Certification is for a two-year period from the date you pass the final exam. You have the option to certify again upon the conclusion of the two-year period.
Approval and validity

Certifications

A comprehensive online exam will be administered at the end of the course to assess your knowledge and understanding of principles and practices. The exam must be completed within 60 days of the last live event or the date of on-demand purchase. A paid extension may be requested for a maximum completion window of 120 days, after which the exam window closes.

Certification: Upon successful completion of the final exam (with a score of 80% or higher) and meeting the attendance requirements, you will receive a digital credential, validating your expertise and commitment to advancing your career.

*Certification delivered via email within 5-7 business days of passing.

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Your Instructor

Teri Morning, MBA, MS
ABOUT —

Teri Morning, MBA, MS

Manager

  • Specializes in solving company people problems and providing big company style HR service to small business
  • Over 20 years of experience in human resources and training in a variety of fields

Teri is president of Hindsight HR, which specializes in solving company “people problems” and providing big company-style HR service to small businesses. Teri has enjoyed consulting with employers on their problems and training managers and employees for over 20 years, meeting and working with employees from all types of businesses.

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Leave of Absence Certification
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  • ✔️ On-demand access for one year
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  • ✔️ One certification exam

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