Program Directors
Lauren Bernardi
Bernardi Human Resource Law
Suhaib Ibrahim
Bernardi Human Resource Law LLP
Eligible for
Now, more than ever before, it’s important to have more than basic knowledge and skills to carry out fair, and effective, workplace investigations. Osgoode’s Advanced Certificate program takes your skills to the next level.
Taught by some of the country’s leading experts, you will learn how to carry out effective interviews in the most challenging circumstances and write clear and convincing reports.
Registration includes 120-day unlimited, online access to the recorded program.
What You’ll Learn
Over 4 intensive online modules you will “learn by doing”. Topics covered include:
Understanding and Investigating Complaints of Workplace Harassment, Sexual Harassment and Sexual Assault
Investigating Allegations of Racism, Systemic Racism, Prejudice and Bias in the Workplace
- Establishing systemic racism – what type of evidence is required?
- Examples of systemic discrimination and harassment stereotyping and racial profiling in the workplace
Investigating Complicated Allegations of Workplace Bullying
Understanding key definitions, including breaking down the definition of harassment, the tricky situations including what is a “workplace”? and what does “vexatious” mean?
Responding Effectively in a Trauma Informed Investigation
- Defining trauma, and recognizing the forms of trauma
- How to respond effectively in an investigation using a trauma informed approach
- Tips and tools for assessing credibility in a trauma informed investigation
Recognizing the Signs and Impact of Implicit Bias
- The impact of biases on an investigation, including biases of witnesses and biases of the investigator
- Strategies and tools to mitigate investigator bias
Plus! Don’t miss the hands-on practical exercises, where participants will be involved in interview simulations in some of the most challenging scenarios in investigations work. This is an unparalleled opportunity to improve your skills.
Who Should Attend
Note this program is intended for more experienced professionals/practitioners who have either participated in at least ten (10) workplace investigations in the past and wish to further refine their skills, and/or those who have completed an accredited* workplace investigations program.
* For example, the Workplace Investigations Certificate Program offered by the HRPA.
Human Resources Professionals
Employment and Labour Lawyers
Workplace Investigators
Trade Union Representatives
Workplace Consultants/Educators
Faculty
Program Directors
Lauren Bernardi
Bernardi Human Resource Law
Suhaib Ibrahim
Bernardi Human Resource Law LLP
Advisory board
Dean Benard
President + CEO, Benard & Associates
Kenda Murphy
Kenda’s Law
Emma Phillips
Goldblatt Partners LLP
Hena Singh
Singh Investigations & Mediations; Singh Lamarche LLP
Instructors
Agenda
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Please Note
Online (Live) attendance is mandatory for the afternoon session on October 3, 2023 (1 p.m. – 4:30 p.m. ET)
Sep 20, 26 & Oct 3 & 11, 2023
$3,595 + TAX
Time
September 20, 2023
9:00 a.m – 4:30 p.m (ET)
September 26, 2023
9:00 a.m – 4:30 p.m (ET)
October 3, 2023
9:00 a.m – 4:30 p.m (ET)
October 11, 2023
9:00 a.m – 4:30 p.m (ET)
Printable Registration Form
If a downloadable form is required, please contact osgoodepd@osgoode.yorku.ca.
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As law evolves, we know how important it is to stay up to date. We also understand the financial implications of continuously upgrading your professional skills and knowledge. For more information on available options, including Job Grants, OSAP, please visit:
Certificate Requirements
In order to successfully receive an Osgoode Certificate, participants must view all program modules and participate in the Practical Exercises on Day 3 of the program (October 3, 2023) from 1:00 p.m. – 4:30 p.m. ET.
CPD and Accreditation
OsgoodePD is an accredited provider with the LSO, the Law Society of BC and NY CLE Board. Select your location to view the eligible hours you may claim.
| Substantive | 18h |
|---|---|
| Professionalism | 30m |
| EDI | 4h |
| Total | 22h 30m CPD |
| Approved by HRPA for | 24 Continuing Professional Development hours |
|---|
Are you reporting hours from a previous date?
View our CPD & Accreditation page to see previously calculated hours for this course.
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