Indian Institute of Industrial and Professional Studies

Certified POSH Practitioner and Trainer

Advanced Certificate Course

The "Certified POSH (Prevention of Sexual Harassment) Practitioner and Trainer" course is meticulously designed to empower professionals with the knowledge and skills essential for implementing, managing, and promoting POSH policies in the workplace. Participants will gain a comprehensive understanding of the POSH Act, 2013, and learn to handle workplace harassment issues effectively.

Through this course, you will delve into the intricacies of the POSH Act, gaining insights into its legal framework and key provisions. You'll develop the necessary skills to conduct fair and impartial internal investigations, handle complaints with sensitivity, and ensure due process is followed. Additionally, you will learn best practices for drafting and implementing robust POSH policies, guidelines, and procedures that align with legal requirements and organizational goals.

This course can earn you a dual ISO certification that is recognized and valued by leading organizations, enhancing your professional credentials and career prospects. This certification also qualifies the holder to be an eligible member of the Internal Committee (IC) and trainer as mandated by the POSH Act.

Completing this course opens various career opportunities, including roles such as POSH Compliance Officer, HR Specialist in POSH, Corporate Trainer, Legal Advisor, and Internal Committee Member. These roles are crucial for ensuring organizational adherence to POSH regulations, developing harassment prevention programs, providing legal guidance, and addressing complaints of sexual harassment within the organization.

Choose our course for the practical approach, recognized certification, and ongoing support that ensures you stay informed about the latest developments in POSH regulations and best practices. Join the ""Certified POSH Practitioner and Trainer"" course and become a vital advocate for a respectful and harassment-free workplace. Take the next step in your professional journey and make a lasting impact in your organization."

Course Details:

Mode: Self-paced

Course Duration: 3 months from the date of enrolment

Fees: Rs.1999/-(30$)

Language: English

Access: 24/7 online access

Modules: 11 Modules

Learning Materials: Video lectures, Assessment, and assignments

Assignment: descriptive type of answering at the end of each module

Assessment: both descriptive and objective type of answering at the end of course

Feedback: Regular feedback on assignments and projects

Certification: E-Certificate of completion upon successfully finishing the course and completing both assessment and assignment. Hardcopy of the E-Certificate will be shared on payment of additional fee for the same.

Support: Mentor Q&A sessions via WhatsApp and other platforms

Prerequisites: Anyone who is interested

Enrolment: Open enrolments start at any time

Marks/Grades: Students scoring between 90 and 100 marks will receive an A+ grade, those with 80 to 89 marks will receive an A grade, students achieving between 70 and 79 marks will be awarded a B+ grade, scores between 60 and 69 will result in a B grade, those with 50 to 59 marks will receive a C+ grade, and students scoring between 40 and 49 marks will receive a C grade.

Cancelation and other Policies: As per Terms and Conditions

This is a self-paced course. After successful enrolment, you can start the course. Once enrolled the course should be completed within 03 months from the date of enrolment. If not then the ennoblement will be cancelled.

An E-Certificate will be awarded within 24 business hours after submitting the assessment. The assessment consists of two phases carrying 50% of marks each. The first phase occurs at the end of each module. Please ensure you watch the entire video. Answers can be handwritten or typed. Scan (ensuring good clarity and alignment) or convert them to PDF and upload them to the provided Google Form. The second phase of the assessment will be conducted via the Google Form provided.

P.S. Completion of the assessment is mandatory for obtaining certification. In cases of excessive plagiarism, the Institute reserves the right to require the student to re-attempt the assessment.

Details

Module 1: Gender and Gender Discrimination

The Modules explains about Sex and Gender, Gender role perceptions / stereotypes, Gender discrimination, Gender Equality at workplace and finally bursting some myths.

Module 2: Sexual Harassment

In this module Sexual Harassment, Applicable Laws, POSH – What & Why? History of the Act will be covered along with bursting some myths.

Module 3: POSH ACT 2013

This module explains objective and about POSH ACT 2013, Timelines as per the Act, Birds eye view of Procedure as per the Act, Consequences of Sexual Harassment along with bursting some myths.

Module 4: Redressal Mechanism and Documentation

In this module Importance of Drafting, Complaint Drafting, Inquiry Procedure, Draft Enquiry Report, Documentation of Meetings of ICC, Annual Report drafting shall be navigated along with bursting some myths.

Module 5: Online Complaint

This module explores the procedure of Filling Online Complaint at She Box.

Module 6: Best Practices

This module shall explain What Should an Organization / Employer Do? Actions and diffusing potential sexual harassment issues before they occur and Best Practices by Employees.

Module 7: Comprehensive Internal Policy Framework and Stakeholder Roles

In this module Internal Policy Development, Developing and Implementing POSH Policies, Roles and Responsibilities of Various Stakeholders, Reporting and Investigation Protocols and Policy Implementation and Compliance shall be studied.

Module 8: Soft Skills for IC Members, Trainers and HR

This module explores Consent, Sexual Harassment, Sex discrimination and relationships, Effective case-handling methodologies, Ethical Considerations and Confidentiality, Body language and investigation skills, Examining witnesses and evidence, Conflict Resolution Techniques and Sensitization and Awareness.

Module 9: Illustrations and solutions

This module covers Illustrations and solutions

Module 10: Case Laws

This module covers landmark judgments under this Act.

Module 11: Birds eye view of the Act and Revision

This module covers Sexual Harassment and Gender Discrimination, Sexual Harassment of Women at Workplace (Prevention, Prohibition and Redressal) Act, 2013 and Birds eye view of the Act.

Adv Krithika is a passionate First-Generation Advocate who discovered the love for law by chance, making it the cornerstone of her life. Today for her Law isn’t just a profession but a way of life.

With an LL.M in Criminal Law, an LL.M in Business Law, and a Post Graduate Diploma in Criminal Justice. She believes that experience is the best teacher and diversity is its classroom. Her diverse career spans startups, universities, and prestigious law firms, MNC, enriching her expertise across various work cultures. As a dedicated educator, she has shared their industry knowledge through roles in multiple NGOs across the country.

At the Indian Institute of Industrial and Professional Studies, she mentors law students and professionals, inspiring a love for lifelong learning. With over 8 years of experience, she believes in the boundless pursuit of knowledge, always striving to surpass yesterday’s achievements, embrace tomorrow’s challenges, and live her best today.

Course price

₹ 1999

Durations: 10 hours Lectures: 11 Language: English Date: