Title IX Coordinator Certification (Higher Ed)

The Title IX rules just changed. Again. Get the expert guidance you need to protect your institution and your career.

Richard F. Verstegen Richard F. Verstegen
Stop navigating the Title IX minefield alone. This certification delivers practical, attorney-led strategies to master today's shifting rules. Learn to update policies, conduct compliant investigations, and handle grievances with confidence. You’ll walk away with a clear compliance plan and downloadable tools to protect your institution from costly legal mistakes.

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Course Outcomes

    • Master your core compliance duties.
    • Conduct compliant, impartial investigations.
    • Navigate pregnancy & LGBTQ+ rules.
    • Apply rules to real-world scenarios.
    • Mitigate retaliation and FERPA risks.

Course Dates

  • Learn at your own pace – On Demand
  • There are no live dates currently planned, send us email if you are interested.

Format

  • 4 Sessions
  • 90 Minutes Each

Outline

Session 1: Title IX Coordinator Roles and Responsibilities

  • History, purpose, and scope of Title IX
  • Core responsibilities and procedural requirements
  • Monitoring, recordkeeping, and compliance oversight

Session 2: Developing Policies and Conducting Investigations

  • Writing anti-discrimination policies and grievance procedures
  • Defining roles for investigators and decision-makers
  • Investigation interviews, credibility assessments, and reports

Session 3: Addressing Key Title IX Topics

  • Athletics, employee issues, and off-campus misconduct
  • Pregnant and parenting students and employees
  • LGBTQ+ and transgender student rights

Session 4: Case Studies and Compliance Audits

  • Analyzing real-world case studies of harassment and retaliation
  • Recordkeeping audits and documentation reviews
  • Intersections with FERPA, the First Amendment, and law enforcement

Key Tools & Resources Included

This course includes downloadable, attorney-vetted templates and samples. Use these practical tools to build a compliant process, ensure proper documentation, and handle cases with confidence without starting from scratch.

Sample Investigation Report

An example report showing how to summarize allegations, procedural steps, evidence, witness interviews, and findings of fact for the decision-maker.

Sample Written Determination

A complete sample of a final decision letter, showing how to present findings, rationale, sanctions, and appeal rights after an investigation.

Response to Report of Sexual Harassment Letter

A template for notifying a complainant that a report was received and explaining the availability and types of supportive measures.

Internal Memo Documenting Actions Taken

An internal file memo for coordinators to document discussions with a complainant and the specific supportive measures and other actions taken.

Title IX Formal Complaint Form

A template for complainants or the Title IX Coordinator to file a formal complaint that officially requests an investigation into the allegations.
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Who Should Attend?

  • Title IX coordinators
  • College and university administrators
  • Human resources professionals
  • Student services professionals
  • Other officials

What Our Students Say

Lisa A.

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Excellent instructor! I recommend these classes for anyone interested in preparing for the Human Resource Manager Certification Exam.
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As someone new to the HR role, this course was very informative. The information covered was just right. Not too overwhelming, yet very informative.
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I did the On-Demand class. It was convenient and worked with my schedule. I enjoyed the presenters and the pace of the classes. It's always great to learn new information.
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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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Title IX Coordinator Certification (Higher Ed)
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4 Sessions 90 Minutes Each

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What You'll Receive:

  • ✔️ On-demand access for one year
  • ✔️ PDF slides + course resources & links
  • ✔️ Certificate of completion
  • ✔️ One certification exam