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Successfully Navigating the Title IX Maze
Are you responsible for Title IX implementation and investigation at your institution? Need some help navigating the Title IX Maze? Then this course may be for you.
Course Description
Title IX is a federal law passed in 1972 that prohibits sex-based discrimination in education programs or activities receiving federal funding, ensuring equal opportunities for all students, including in athletics and academics. This two-session, online course provides practical approaches to effectively determine if a violation of Title IX or DHR has occurred, the requirements of Responsible Employees as mandated reporters, required actions of Responsible Employees, and the appropriate actions to take in given situations.
Participants will learn how to conduct an investigation that is proper, effective and timely, and that includes effective questioning, note-taking and reporting. Interim actions during an investigation will also be examined, as well as collecting and developing evidence and examine the final decision process and process goals for effectively addressing claims under Title IX and DHR. This course utilizes interactive discussions, case studies and student exercises to build student knowledge, skills and abilities.
The course also examines the history and evolution of workplace and educational institution anti-discrimination laws, regulations, policies and practices that are detailed in both Title IX and state and federal laws regarding Discrimination, Harassment and Retaliation (DHR).
Learning Objectives/Goals
The overall objectives/goals for this class are to examine, analyze, learn and practice effective principles, approaches, tactics, and processes/procedures to:
- Understand the history, evolution, complexity and impacts of Title IX and DHR claims, investigations and determinative actions
- Advance student organizational and operational knowledge and skills to operate as a mandated reporter in regard to Title IX claims, reports, and observations
- Understand federal, state and institutional legal requirements, limitations, liabilities and opportunities impacting Title IX investigations
- Understand and utilize best practices as an investigator of Title IX and DHR claims, and to provide unbiased input into the investigative and claim resolution process
Learning Outcomes
By the end of this course, the successful student will be able to:
- Identify the impact of Title IX and DHR claims on the institution and their functional responsibilities to effectively address those claims and situations
- Identify and apply various approaches that are applicable to the Title IX investigatory process
- Identify the legal aspects, liabilities and responsibilities required of personnel in the workplace, specifically in the areas of Title IX and DHR discrimination and harassment
- Identify key components used to conduct an unbiased investigation to provide information, facts and evidence to support a final determination regarding a Title IX and/or DHR claim
Students will show the degree to which they have met these outcomes through their performance of the following:
- Active participation in class discussions and demonstration of concepts, principles, skills and understanding through interactive Q&A
- Demonstration of skills and techniques acquisition through same session participation in classroom practical assignments, demonstrations and role plays applying the principles taught and discussed
- Instructor evaluation and feedback of observed demonstrations of student knowledge and understanding of course materials and demonstration of skills
Course Prerequisites & Delivery
There are no required course prerequisites. However, the class participant should meet any one of the following criteria:
- Have basic working knowledge of the principles and requirements of Title IX
- Be an investigator for Title IX Claims
- Be planning to be an investigator of Title IX and DHR incidents and reports
The course consists of two, 4-hour meetings delivered live online via Zoom and Canvas (see below).
A digital badge/certificate will be awarded upon successful completion of the course (see below).
Online Course Schedule
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* Schedule and costs subject to change at any time; consult with instructor for specific date details | Updated daily
Instructor Profiles
Title IX Faculty
James D. Vigneau, SPHR, SHRM-SCP | jvigneau@csudh.edu
HR Consultant and Director of HR and Administration for Peppermint Ridge
Dr. Lynda Wilson | lwilson@csudh.edu
Associate Dean, College of Professional and Continuing Education at California State University, Dominguez Hills, with over 15 years of human resource consulting/training experience, including 10 years with CSUDH.