Title IX Certification (Higher Education) for Investigators and Decisionmakers

Gain the Confidence to Conduct Fair, Defensible, and Compliant Title IX Investigations

Richard F. Verstegen Richard F. Verstegen
Title IX investigations require more than good intentions. Investigators and decision-makers must understand reporting obligations, grievance procedures, evidence evaluation, credibility assessments, supportive measures, and documentation requirements.

This four-session certification program provides higher education professionals with practical guidance on managing Title IX complaints, conducting investigations, maintaining impartiality, and making informed determinations. Learn the responsibilities, procedures, and best practices necessary to support fair and equitable outcomes throughout the Title IX process.

Led by education law attorney Richard F. Verstegen, this certification helps investigators and decision-makers better understand their responsibilities and confidently navigate Title IX matters within higher education settings.

Course Outcomes

Outline

This four-session certification prepares higher education investigators and decision-makers to navigate Title IX complaints, investigations, grievance procedures, supportive measures, and compliance responsibilities. Participants will learn how to evaluate evidence, assess credibility, maintain impartiality, and apply institutional policies while supporting fair and equitable outcomes.

Session 1: Title IX Foundations and Institutional Responsibilities

  • History, purpose, and scope of Title IX
  • Title IX coordinator responsibilities and institutional requirements
  • Notice of nondiscrimination and grievance procedure requirements
  • Training obligations and roles within the Title IX process
  • Investigation fundamentals and initial response considerations

Session 2: Reports, Complaints, Investigations, and Determinations

  • Reporting obligations and complaint requirements
  • Supportive measures and Title IX coordinator response responsibilities
  • Notice of allegations and complaint processing
  • Investigator responsibilities, evidence gathering, and report preparation
  • Decision-maker responsibilities, determinations, and appeals

Session 3: Specialized Title IX Issues in Higher Education

  • Policies and grievance procedures for sex discrimination complaints
  • Athletics and equal opportunity considerations
  • Pregnancy and related conditions under Title IX
  • Employment issues and overlap with Title VII
  • LGBTQ+ considerations and institutional policies

Session 4: Applying Title IX Through Practical Scenarios

  • Scenario-based review of sex discrimination complaints
  • Athletics, pregnancy, and sex-based harassment examples
  • Compliance reviews and records management requirements
  • Retaliation, confidentiality, and student records considerations
  • Investigator and decision-maker best practices

What's Included

The Title IX Certification (Higher Education) for Investigators and Decisionmakers course includes the following:

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    Course access and recordings

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    Course materials

    Includes PDFs of the presentation and any additional resources provided by the expert presenter
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    Certificates and exams

    • 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?

  • College Presidents/Chancellors/Provosts
  • Human resource directors
  • Title IX investigators
  • Title IX decisionmakers
  • Legal counsel
  • Compliance
  • Student services directors
  • Other administrators
  • Other persons responsible for implementing grievance procedures
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.

Your Instructor

Richard F. Verstegen
ABOUT —

Richard F. Verstegen

Partner with Boardman & Clark LLP

  • Partner with Boardman & Clark
  • LLP of Madison

Rick Verstegen is a partner with Boardman & Clark LLP in Madison, Wisconsin. He is a member of the School Law Practice Group and the Labor and Employment Group at the firm. Rick has extensive experience advising and representing public and private employers on labor and employment matters that include investigations, wage and hour, leaves of absences, privacy, discrimination, records, immigration, labor relations, contracts, and handbooks. Rick regularly provides training on these issues, conducts compliance reviews, drafts and negotiates contracts, prepares opinions, analyzes legislation, and represents clients in various proceedings before state and federal agencies.

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  • ✔️ One certification exam

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Pamela Pierce
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Excellent overview and resources.