Understanding the Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA) is crucial for most managers and supervisors. Our training program helps demystify FMLA regulations, guiding you through managing leaves of absence effectively while ensuring your team remains productive and compliant. Managers and supervisors will learn how to approach FMLA, from navigating qualifying reasons for leave to balancing scheduling challenges.
Course Overview
Introduction to FMLA
- Overview of FMLA regulations
- The importance of understanding FMLA for managing staff
- Real-world examples to illustrate qualifying conditions
- Explanation of different types of leave available under FMLA
- Continuous vs intermittent leave
- Guidelines on how long each type can last
Managing Employee Leaves of Absence
- Strategies for handling leaves without disrupting business operations
- Communication tips with employees on leave
- Planning ahead for anticipated absences
- Key documentation requirements outlined by FMLA guidelines
- Strategies for effectively managing team schedules when dealing with employee absences due to FMLA leave
- Practical advice on redistributing workloads to ensure continued productivity without overburdening other team members
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Who Should Register for this FMLA Training Course
New Managers and Supervisors
Ideal for managers or supervisors who have recently stepped into their roles and are learning leadership responsibilities for the first time. This training program will equip them with a fundamental understanding of FMLA, allowing them to manage leaves of absence confidently while ensuring compliance and continuity.
Experienced Managers and Supervisors Lacking FMLA Training
Perfect for experienced supervisors and managers without formal training or facing challenges with leave management within their teams. Participants will gain insights into best practices for documentation, handling qualifying reasons for leave, and strategies to mitigate the impact on scheduling and workload, enhancing their ability to lead compliantly and effectively.
Key Learning Outcomes
Comprehensive Understanding of FMLA
Attendees will learn the basics of the Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA), understanding its purpose, scope, and guidelines to ensure compliance within their organization.
Identification of Qualifying Leave Reasons
Participants will learn how to accurately identify qualifying reasons for FMLA leave, ensuring that employee requests are handled appropriately and in accordance with federal guidelines.
Managing Different Types of Leave
This program will equip attendees with the skills to manage various types of leave under FMLA—continuous, intermittent, and reduced schedule—balancing legal compliance with their team’s needs.
Effective Documentation Practices
Attendees will understand the importance of documentation for FMLA leaves—from initial leave requests to medical certifications—and how it protects both the employer and employee during absences.
Strategies for Minimizing Team Impact
Participants will learn strategies for minimizing the impact of employee absences on scheduling and workload.
Delivery Methods
We work with organizations to create a customized training solution, and we deliver the courses nationwide in a variety of formats. Our training program can be delivered in-person or virtually depending on your company’s needs. Training sessions can be delivered in half-day, full-day, or one-day workshop formats.
Prior to training, ERC performs an assessment of your organization’s needs to recommend the right structure and content. Modules can be customized based on the needs of your organization and training participants.
Traditional Classroom Format
Our traditional classroom format can be delivered at your organization, a facility of your choice, or at ERC’s Training Center. This format is best suited for small groups with no more than 25 people per class.
Virtual Format
Our virtual format is delivered live and can accommodate larger groups.
Led by a Legal Experts
ERC partners with employment law experts and attorneys to facilitate this training for managers and supervisors.
Tom Ault
Chris Powers
Nada Djordevich
Damon Lindor
Frequently Asked Questions
Providing FMLA training to supervisors and managers offers protection for the organization by ensuring that those in leadership positions are well-versed in handling leave requests in accordance with FMLA guidelines, reducing the risk of unintentional violations. This knowledge helps safeguard against potential lawsuits stemming from mishandled leave requests or non-compliance issues.
Understanding compliance requirements under the FMLA is essential for maintaining a fair and legal workplace environment. Front-line managers often serve as the first point of contact when employees seek information about their leave rights or wish to submit a request. That’s why it’s important to train supervisors not only on how to process these requests correctly but also on how to communicate policies effectively.
Investing in FMLA training empowers managers and supervisors with the information and skills needed to manage leaves confidently while protecting both employee rights and the organization itself from legal challenges.
Supervisors and managers encounter several common FMLA topics as part of their responsibilities. One is identifying eligible employees for FMLA leave, which requires understanding specific criteria set by the law. They often have to navigate questions related to family leave, such as leaves taken for the care of a newborn, an adopted child, or a seriously ill family member.
Another topic is managing leaves for medical reasons where an employee is dealing with their own serious health condition that makes them unable to perform their job functions. Supervisors must understand how to handle conditions that qualify under FMLA and ensure that these requests meet these conditions accurately.
There’s also the notice requirement issue—both in terms of how much advance notice employees need to give when requesting leave and how supervisors should properly communicate approvals or denials back to the employee.
