Prevention of Sexual Harassment for Supervisors in California
Last Updated 01/2026
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What you'll learn
Recognize different forms of workplace sexual harassment under federal and California law
Explain supervisor responsibilities under FEHA and California Government Code §12940
Identify behaviors that may create a hostile work environment or quid pro quo harassment
Demonstrate appropriate steps for documenting and escalating harassment complaints
Apply legal requirements for preventing retaliation against complainants and witnesses
Distinguish between internal and external reporting channels available in California
Assess real-world scenarios to determine compliant supervisory responses
Promote a safe, respectful, and legally compliant workplace through proactive leadership
Skills covered in this course
Description
This training is built for California supervisors who need to meet the state's legal requirements for preventing sexual harassment. It focuses on the rules under Government Code section 12950.1 and gives you the tools to spot, stop, and handle harassment, discrimination, and retaliation at work.
Your Role as a Leader
In California, supervisors have a huge responsibility. You aren't just a manager, you are the person responsible for the culture of your team. Under state law, you can even be held personally responsible if you don't take action when problems arise. This course uses real-life examples from office jobs, remote work, and digital communication to show you exactly how to lead fairly.
Understanding Harassment
First, you will learn what harassment actually looks like. It isn't always physical. It can be verbal, something you see, or even something sent in an email. We cover the three main types:
Quid Pro Quo: Trading work favors for sexual acts.
Hostile Work Environment: When behavior makes it impossible for someone to do their job.
Third-Party Harassment: When clients or vendors harass your staff.
California’s laws (FEHA) are stricter than federal laws, and this course explains those differences in plain English.
Who is Protected?
The law doesn't just cover full time employees. You will learn how to protect everyone on your team, including:
Your Role as a Leader
In California, supervisors have a huge responsibility. You aren't just a manager, you are the person responsible for the culture of your team. Under state law, you can even be held personally responsible if you don't take action when problems arise. This course uses real-life examples from office jobs, remote work, and digital communication to show you exactly how to lead fairly.
Understanding Harassment
First, you will learn what harassment actually looks like. It isn't always physical. It can be verbal, something you see, or even something sent in an email. We cover the three main types:
Quid Pro Quo: Trading work favors for sexual acts.
Hostile Work Environment: When behavior makes it impossible for someone to do their job.
Third-Party Harassment: When clients or vendors harass your staff.
California’s laws (FEHA) are stricter than federal laws, and this course explains those differences in plain English.
Who is Protected?
The law doesn't just cover full time employees. You will learn how to protect everyone on your team, including:
- Job applicants
- Interns and volunteers
- Independent contractors
Taking Action
You will practice how to handle tough situations through interactive exercises. You’ll learn how to listen to a complaint, write down what happened, and move the issue up to HR. The most important lesson is that you must act right away. You don't have to wait for a formal "official" complaint to start fixing a problem.
Preventing Retaliation
A big part of this training is making sure people feel safe coming forward. We look at how to prevent retaliation, which can be subtle, like leaving someone out of meetings or changing their schedule after they speak up. You will also learn how to work with agencies like the California Civil Rights Department (CRD) and the EEOC.
Building a Better Workplace
By the end of this course, you will have a clear plan for keeping your workplace respectful. You will know your legal duties and feel more confident handling sensitive issues. This training is easy to follow, includes audio, and ensures you and your company stay compliant with California law.
You will practice how to handle tough situations through interactive exercises. You’ll learn how to listen to a complaint, write down what happened, and move the issue up to HR. The most important lesson is that you must act right away. You don't have to wait for a formal "official" complaint to start fixing a problem.
Preventing Retaliation
A big part of this training is making sure people feel safe coming forward. We look at how to prevent retaliation, which can be subtle, like leaving someone out of meetings or changing their schedule after they speak up. You will also learn how to work with agencies like the California Civil Rights Department (CRD) and the EEOC.
Building a Better Workplace
By the end of this course, you will have a clear plan for keeping your workplace respectful. You will know your legal duties and feel more confident handling sensitive issues. This training is easy to follow, includes audio, and ensures you and your company stay compliant with California law.
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At QlickTrain, we believe compliance and professional development training should be straightforward, engaging, and accessible to everyone. Our online courses are designed to help organizations meet regulatory requirements while fostering safer, more ethical, and more inclusive workplaces. Covering key topics such as OSHA Safety, HR Compliance, Cybersecurity, and Professional Development, each course provides clear, practical guidance employees can apply immediately on the job.
From Sexual Harassment Prevention and Workplace Violence (SB 553) to Ethics in the Workplace, Bloodborne Pathogens, and Cybersecurity Tips, our content is built to support both individual learners and large organizations. Priced affordably and easy to implement, QlickTrain courses are now available on Coggno, making it simpler than ever for businesses to deliver effective, high-quality training across their teams.
Prevention of Sexual Harassment for Supervisors in California
Frequently Asked Questions
This course is designed for supervisors who need to complete Prevention of Sexual Harassment for Supervisors in California training
Yes. This course is designed to meet applicable federal requirements and commonly mandated state standards. Always confirm specific state or industry requirements with your local regulations.
The course takes approximately 120 minutes to complete and can be paused and resumed at any time.
Yes. Learners receive a downloadable certificate upon successful completion, which can be used for compliance records and audits.
Yes. You can assign this course to individuals or groups using Coggno’s LMS, or purchase multiple seats for your team.
Yes. This course can be exported for delivery in most learning management systems (SCORM compatible).
Yes. The course is fully self-paced and available 24/7.
Yes. This course includes a knowledge check to reinforce learning and verify completion.
Learners have lifetime access from the date of purchase.
Yes. A preview is available so you can review the course format and content before purchasing.
Yes. Content is reviewed and updated as regulations and best practices change.
Yes. This course is available for free with an active Prime Subscription.
Yes. Refund requests can be submitted within 30 days of purchase.
Your Role as a Leader
In California, supervisors have a huge responsibility. You aren't just a manager, you are the person responsible for the culture of your team. Under state law, you can even be held personally responsible if you don't take action when problems arise. This course uses real-life examples from office jobs, remote work, and digital communication to show you exactly how to lead fairly.
Understanding Harassment
First, you will learn what harassment actually looks like. It isn't always physical. It can be verbal, something you see, or even something sent in an email. We cover the three main types:
Quid Pro Quo: Trading work favors for sexual acts.
Hostile Work Environment: When behavior makes it impossible for someone to do their job.
Third-Party Harassment: When clients or vendors harass your staff.
California’s laws (FEHA) are stricter than federal laws, and this course explains those differences in plain English.
Who is Protected?
The law doesn't just cover full time employees. You will learn how to protect everyone on your team, including:
You will practice how to handle tough situations through interactive exercises. You’ll learn how to listen to a complaint, write down what happened, and move the issue up to HR. The most important lesson is that you must act right away. You don't have to wait for a formal "official" complaint to start fixing a problem.
Preventing Retaliation
A big part of this training is making sure people feel safe coming forward. We look at how to prevent retaliation, which can be subtle, like leaving someone out of meetings or changing their schedule after they speak up. You will also learn how to work with agencies like the California Civil Rights Department (CRD) and the EEOC.
Building a Better Workplace
By the end of this course, you will have a clear plan for keeping your workplace respectful. You will know your legal duties and feel more confident handling sensitive issues. This training is easy to follow, includes audio, and ensures you and your company stay compliant with California law.