Title IX Investigator Certification (K12): Advanced Training

Build a Clear, Repeatable Process for K–12 Title IX Investigations

Richard F. Verstegen Richard F. Verstegen
This advanced certification prepares K–12 professionals to conduct Title IX investigations that are thorough, impartial, and legally defensible. You will learn how to investigate sexual harassment and sex-based discrimination complaints, apply required procedures correctly, and document findings that stand up to scrutiny. The program focuses on real investigation decisions, evidence handling, credibility assessment, and report writing so you can protect students, staff, and your district while protecting your professional credibility. You are responsible for investigations that can carry legal, reputational, and career-level consequences. This program gives you a clear, repeatable investigation framework so you are not guessing, reacting, or relying on incomplete guidance. Everything is designed to be applied immediately to real Title IX complaints in K–12 settings.

Course Outcomes

    • Conduct Title IX investigations from start to finish
    • Apply required procedural steps correctly
    • Gather and assess evidence impartially
    • Interview parties and witnesses effectively
    • Evaluate credibility and relevance
    • Prepare compliant investigation reports
    • Address retaliation and confidentiality obligations
    • One certification exam attempt is included

Outline

This four-session certification covers the full Title IX investigation lifecycle in K–12 settings. Topics include Title IX foundations, investigator roles, required procedures, sex-based discrimination and sexual harassment investigations, evidence gathering, interviewing, credibility assessment, investigation reports, retaliation and confidentiality obligations, and real-world case studies. The program emphasizes defensible decision-making, proper documentation, and compliance-ready investigation practices.

Session 1: Title IX Investigations in General

  • Purpose, scope, and foundations of Title IX
  • Required procedures and investigator responsibilities
  • Conflicts of interest and investigator neutrality
  • Initial response and investigation techniques
  • Retaliation and confidentiality requirements

Session 2: Sex-Based Discrimination Investigations

  • Policies governing sex-based discrimination
  • Grievance procedures and complaint handling
  • Athletics, pregnancy, employment, and LGBTQ issues
  • Evidence gathering and impartial interviews
  • Written determinations and investigation outcomes

Session 3: Sexual Harassment Investigations

  • Sexual harassment definitions and policies
  • Formal complaint grievance processes
  • Supportive measures and notice requirements
  • Evidence evaluation and credibility assessment
  • Investigation reports and written determinations

Session 4: Case Studies and Compliance Review

  • Common K–12 Title IX investigation scenarios
  • On-campus and off-campus conduct considerations
  • Social media and online harassment complaints
  • Investigations involving minor students
  • Coordination with law enforcement and school resource officers
  • Recordkeeping and documentation requirements
  • Internal compliance reviews and investigation readiness

What's Included

The Title IX Investigator Certification (K12): Advanced Training course includes the following:

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    • Successful graduates will receive an official certification along with verified digital credentials
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    • 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
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Who Should Attend?

  • K–12 Title IX Investigators responsible for conducting investigations
  • Title IX Coordinators who also serve as investigators
  • School administrators involved in complaint intake or investigation oversight
  • District compliance and student services professionals
  • HR professionals supporting employee-related Title IX investigations
  • Administrators handling athletics, pregnancy, or sex-based discrimination issues
  • Professionals seeking documented, defensible investigation practices
  • Schools training new investigators or standardizing investigation processes
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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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