California HR Employment Law stands as one of the most intricate and challenging regulatory frameworks in the United States. It encompasses over 1,000 individual statutes in the Labor Code alone, with annual updates averaging 50-75 new employment laws, making it vastly more complex than federal regulations. This complexity is further amplified by California's reputation for maintaining the nation's most employee-protective stance, creating a demanding environment where HR professionals must navigate an ever-expanding network of compliance obligations.
This certified program will provide you with a comprehensive understanding of California’s employment laws, covering the critical legal frameworks that shape HR policies and workforce management within the state. You will explore key legislation, including the California Labor Code, California Fair Employment and Housing Act, California Family Rights Act and the key the differences between federal and California-specific laws, equipping you with the knowledge to align HR strategies with the state's intricate legal requirements.
In addition, this program will teach you how to develop and implement HR policies that comply with California’s strict regulatory environment. You will learn how to conduct legally compliant workplace investigations and manage employee terminations and layoffs under the state’s complex wrongful termination laws. Moreover, you will gain insights into navigating California’s robust employee rights protections as well as handling whistleblower complaints and retaliation claims effectively.
Additionally, this program will delve into critical issues such as discrimination and harassment, as well as labor relations, collective bargaining, and employment policy documentation. By mastering these frameworks, you’ll be empowered to implement the best practices that promote compliance and ensure a legally sound HR strategy across your organization.
Upon successful completion of the program, you will be awarded the Certification in California HR Employment Laws. This certification will enhance your professional credentials, affirming your specialized expertise in California’s distinctive regulatory landscape and your ability to implement compliant HR practices that effectively mitigate legal risk. With lifelong validity, this credential serves as a testament to your proficiency with both California and U.S. federal employment laws, unlocking new career opportunities and advancing your professional trajectory.
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This program will entitle you:
Download Brochure Pricing & Registration- Experience 2 days of instructor-led live program covering critical statutes such as the Labor Code, FEHA, and CFRA, and the distinctions between federal and state-specific regulations to ensure strategic HR alignment and compliance.
- Master the development of enforceable HR policies and practical approaches to managing terminations, whistleblower complaints, and retaliation claims, equipping you with the tools to confidently navigate California’s employee-protective legal environment.
- Strengthen your ability to address workplace challenges through legally sound investigations, effective documentation practices, and proactive approaches to discrimination, harassment, labor relations, and collective bargaining, ensuring long-term organizational resilience.
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Accreditations
This program is accredited by the Chartered Institute of Professional Certifications, which maintains the governing standards for all professionals who have completed this program.
The content of this program has been fully certified and accredited by CPD Certification Service as conforming to Continuing Professional Principles. CPD is the leading independent CPD accreditation institution operating across industry sectors to complement the Continuing Professional Development policies of professional institutes and academic bodies. The CPD Certification Service provides support, advice and recognized independent CPD accreditation compatible with global CPD principles.
What Can You Expect From This Live Program
California and federal employment laws present one of the most challenging regulatory frameworks in the United States. With an intricate system of overlapping federal, state, and local regulations, alongside California-specific requirements that frequently exceed federal standards, this complex landscape creates significant compliance challenges for HR professionals and employers. The stakes are particularly high, with employment law violations resulting in penalties that can exceed $25,000 per violation, plus potential civil litigation costs averaging $200,000 per case. Maintaining compliance is not just about risk mitigation—it's essential for organizational success and workforce protection.
This certified program will provide you with a comprehensive understanding of the multifaceted employment law framework at the federal, state, and local levels, with special emphasis on California's unique requirements. You'll master critical areas including the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA), California Labor Code, Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA), California Family Rights Act (CFRA), Title VII of the Civil Rights Act, California Fair Employment and Housing Act (FEHA), and other key labor laws, giving you a thorough foundation in the legal requirements governing employment relationships. This program places special emphasis on California's expansive employee protections and how they interact with federal standards, helping you navigate the complex interplay between federal and state employment laws while ensuring compliance with the higher standards that typically apply.
Furthermore, this program will equip you with practical skills to develop and implement comprehensive HR policies and procedures that align with current legislation, as well as how to conduct workplace audits, manage investigations, and create effective compliance management systems. You'll learn essential topics such as wage and hour compliance, leave management, workplace harassment prevention, worker classification, and how to anticipate and prepare for emerging employment law trends. With a solid grounding in both California and federal employment laws, you'll be able to implement robust HR practices that ensure legal compliance while promoting positive employee relations.
Upon successful completion of the program, you will attain the Certification in California HR Employment Laws, enhancing your professional credentials and showcasing your expertise in anticipating legal changes, implementing effective compliance frameworks, and guiding your organization through California’s most complex HR challenges. Globally recognized, this certification holds lifetime validity and will position you as an authority in protecting organizational interests while navigating the unique complexities of California employment law.
Key Skills You Will Gain
- Federal Employment Law
- Federal Labor Regulations
- CA Labor Code
- FEHA Provisions Federal Title VII claims
- FMLA Administration
- ERISA Administration
- Federal Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) Interpretation
- Private Attorneys General Act (PAGA) Compliance Arbitration Agreements
- WARN Act
- CA Wage and Hour Laws
- Confidentiality Agreements and NDAs
- Diversity Equity and Inclusion (DEI) Initiatives
- Workplace Investigations
- Termination Procedures
- Discrimination and Harassment Prevention
- Employee Handbook Compliance
- Collective Bargaining Framework
- National Labor Relations Act (NLRA)
- Harassment and Retaliation Management
- Employee Classification Analysis
- Anti-Discrimination Enforcement
- Civil Litigation Risk Reduction
- Restrictive Covenant Limitations
- Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) Compliance
- California Family Rights Act (CFRA) Implementation
- Employment Contract Provisions
- Code of Ethics
- Union Protection
Your Faculty Director
Eric Steinert is a highly accomplished employment attorney and mediator with over 25 years of experience specializing in labor and employment law. He is a Partner at Seyfarth Shaw LLP, one of the nation's leading law firms for employment matters, where he represents employers across a wide range of industries—including technology and financial services—in complex litigation, wage and hour class actions, employment discrimination claims, and traditional labor disputes.
Throughout his distinguished legal career, Eric has held senior positions at top firms and corporations, including serving as Senior Counsel at Wells Fargo, where he was responsible for managing high-stakes employment litigation and compliance across multiple lines of business. His deep expertise spans federal and California-specific employment laws, with a focus on workplace investigations, labor relations, whistleblower protections, wrongful termination, and regulatory compliance.
In addition to his litigation practice, Eric is a seasoned mediator and arbitrator. He serves as a panel mediator for both state and federal courts and is an arbitrator for the American Arbitration Association (AAA) and FINRA. His balanced legal insight and negotiation skills have earned him recognition as a trusted neutral in employment disputes.
California HR Employment Regulations and U.S. Federal Labor Laws Program Agenda
How You Will Benefit
- Master California Employment Law Frameworks: Gain a comprehensive understanding of California’s Labor Code, FEHA, CFRA, and their interaction with federal laws like FLSA and Title VII.
- Navigate Federal and State Law Interplay: Learn how to reconcile conflicting obligations between California-specific statutes and federal labor laws, ensuring full legal alignment.
- Implement Legally Sound HR Policies: Understand how to draft and execute HR policies that meet California’s stringent regulatory requirements and withstand legal scrutiny.
- Manage Employee Terminations and Layoffs: Learn to handle dismissals under California’s complex wrongful termination laws while mitigating legal and reputational risks.
- Conduct Compliant Workplace Investigations: Acquire practical skills to lead internal investigations into harassment, discrimination, and misconduct in line with California legal standards.
- Ensure Wage and Hour Compliance: Master California’s nuanced wage and hour regulations, including overtime, meal breaks, and employee classification under state law.
- Address Harassment and Discrimination Claims: Learn how to identify, prevent, and respond to workplace harassment and discrimination to avoid costly litigation and promote equity.
- Develop Collective Bargaining and Labor Relations Strategies: Gain insight into managing unionized environments and navigating collective bargaining requirements in California.
- Build a Proactive Compliance System: Learn how to conduct HR audits, implement compliance monitoring tools, and stay ahead of evolving employment law trends in California.
Certification in California HR Employment Laws
Upon successfully attending this program, you will be awarded with the Certification in California HR Employment Laws that can be used in your resume, CV and other professional credentials. This certification is industry-recognized with lifelong validity.
Globally demanded and recognized, this certification will amplify your professional qualifications and demonstrate your expertise in California employment regulations, U.S. federal labor laws, and compliance strategies, setting you apart as a trusted and sought-after HR professional in today's competitive job market. Developed by Chartered Institute of Professional Certifications, the content of this program has been independently accredited by CPD Certification Service as adhering to the highest standards of continuing professional principles.
Pricing & Registration
California, United States
Dates: 3 - 4 Dec 2025
Venue: Online Executive Program (via Zoom)
Time: 8:00am - 3:30pm Pacific Standard Time (PST)
10:00am - 5:30pm Central Standard Time (CST)
11:00am - 6:30pm Eastern Standard Time (EST)
| Early Bird Packages | Regular Pricing | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| By 30 Sep 2025 | By 11 Nov 2025 | After 11 Nov 2025 | |
| USA Delegates | USD 1,395 | USD 1,595 | USD 1,695 |
Group Discount: 2nd participant get 10%, or register 3 participants and 4th participant get a complimentary seat (1 discount scheme applies)
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- USA: +1 888 745 8875
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California HR Employment Regulations and U.S. Federal Labor Laws
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