Leave and Benefits Law

Coursera MOOC / Non-credit USD 49
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Leave and Benefits Law

About this course

By the end of this course, you’ll be able to identify and apply the core laws and policies governing employee leave and benefits, including protected leave, disability accommodations, paid time off, health insurance, and retirement programs. You’ll learn how to evaluate real workplace situations, determine when legal protections apply, and coordinate overlapping programs such as FMLA, ADA, workers’ compensation, and disability benefits. This course is designed for HR professionals, managers, and anyone responsible for employee support and compliance who wants practical, real-world guidance—not just policy definitions. Through applied scenarios, you’ll see how everyday employee conversations—about medical needs, caregiving, or time off—can trigger legal obligations and require structured, consistent responses. What makes this course unique is its focus on coordination and real-world complexity. You’ll learn how to manage intermittent leave, align multiple benefit programs, and support employees through major life events while maintaining compliance and operational stability. By the end, you’ll have the confidence to guide decisions that are fair, compassionate, and legally sound.

What you'll learn

  • Identify core laws governing employee leave and benefits
  • Apply legal protections in workplace scenarios
  • Coordinate overlapping programs like FMLA and ADA
  • Manage employee leave and benefit programs responsibly

Course objectives

  • Provide practical guidance on employee leave and benefits
  • Enhance understanding of legal obligations in HR management
  • Develop skills to support employees fairly and compassionately

Skills you'll gain

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