Sexual Harassment Prevention in Illinois is a 22-minute online course that meets the annual training requirements of the Illinois Workplace Transparency Act (Public Act 101-0221) for all employees. It is designed for every employee working in the state of Illinois and includes a downloadable certificate of completion.
The Illinois Workplace Transparency Act, signed into law in August 2019, requires all Illinois employers - regardless of size - to provide sexual harassment prevention training to every employee on an annual basis. Unlike many state mandates that apply only to larger employers, Illinois extends this requirement to businesses with as few as one employee. Employers who fail to comply face civil penalties of $500 for businesses with fewer than four employees and $1,000 for businesses with four or more employees, with subsequent violations escalating to $5,000 per violation. The Illinois Department of Human Rights (IDHR) enforces compliance and can issue notices requiring corrective action within 30 days.
This course trains your Illinois-based employees on the legal framework surrounding sexual harassment, including the Illinois Human Rights Act, Title VII of the Civil Rights Act, and the Workplace Transparency Act. The training covers the various forms of sexual harassment - including quid pro quo and hostile environment harassment - provides concrete examples of unacceptable behaviors, explains complaint procedures, and outlines employer responsibilities for investigation and corrective measures. Available in both English and Spanish to serve diverse workforces.
The Illinois Workplace Transparency Act (Public Act 101-0221), effective January 1, 2020, amended the Illinois Human Rights Act to require annual sexual harassment prevention training for all employees at every Illinois employer. This is one of the broadest state training mandates in the country, covering employers of all sizes and extending protection to independent contractors. The training must meet minimum standards set by the Illinois Department of Human Rights, including an explanation of sexual harassment consistent with the IHRA, examples of unlawful conduct, a summary of relevant federal and state statutes, and a summary of employer responsibilities. Penalties for non-compliance include $500 per violation for employers with fewer than four employees and $1,000 for those with four or more, escalating to $5,000 for repeat violations. The IDHR issues notices giving non-compliant employers 30 days to cure before petitioning for penalties. Beginning July 2020, employers must also make annual disclosures to the IDHR regarding adverse judgments in harassment and discrimination cases.
| Team Size | Price per Person |
|---|---|
| 1 - 9 | $24.95 |
| 10 - 24 | $19.95 |
| 25 - 49 | $17.95 |
| 50 - 99 | $17.50 |
This course is available in English and Spanish at no additional charge.
Certificate of completion included. Downloadable upon passing the final assessment.