Learning
Outcomes:
1. Understand HR foundations and fundamentals, including hiring, payroll, benefits, employee training,
policy implementation, job descriptions, safety procedures, employment posters,
personnel files, performance evaluations, diversity initiatives, personal
complaints, and harassment procedures
2. Understand common HR mistakes and missed opportunities through practical case studies, when
possible
3. Create an employee handbook content checklist, covering topics like:
b. Employment policies – schedules, pay structure, reporting, and job descriptions
c. Benefits – medical, disability, unemployment insurance, and workers compensation
d. Employee leave – paid, parental, holiday, sick time, and vacation
e. Conduct – digital and social media, phones, substance use (tobacco, alcohol, and others), termination/resignation, and dress codes