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Fraud Waste and Abuse | Course | View details Course Syllabus | Print Syllabus Fraud Waste and AbuseOverview/Description: Employees of federal agencies must remain aware of possible fraud waste and abuse of government funds and resources so as to report such activities when discovered. As an employee you need to have a basic understanding of what fraud waste and abuse are so that you can properly identify them and recognize when to report them. In this course youll learn how to recognize fraud waste and abuse and how to identify ways that you can prevent such conduct. Youll also explore the importance of promoting ethical behavior and the potential consequences of fraud. This course was developed with subject matter support provided by the Labor Employment and Employee Benefits Law Group of the law firm of Sheehan Phinney Bass & Green PA. Please note however that the course materials and content are for informational purposes only and do not constitute legal advice. Nothing herein or in the course materials shall be construed as professional advice as to any particular situation or constitute a legal opinion with respect to compliance with any federal state or local laws. Transmission of the information is not intended to create and receipt does not constitute an attorney-client relationship. Readers should not act upon this information without seeking professional counsel. The information contained herein is provided only as general information that may or may not reflect the most current legal developments. This information is not provided in the course of an attorney-client relationship and is not intended to constitute legal advice or to substitute for obtaining legal advice from an attorney licensed in your state. Course Number: fgov_01_a42_lc_enus |
Information Security Awareness | Course | View details Course Syllabus | Print Syllabus Information Security AwarenessOverview/Description: Federal employees must be aware of the potential threats to the information systems they use in their daily work. To do so federal employees must understand how to adequately protect data that is collected processed and used by the agency including personally identifiable information (PII). In this course youll learn about the threats to information systems and the responsibility of federal employees to protect information and ensure the secure operation of federal information systems. This course was developed with subject matter support provided by the Labor Employment and Employee Benefits Law Group of the law firm of Sheehan Phinney Bass & Green PA. Please note however that the course materials and content are for informational purposes only and do not constitute legal advice. Nothing herein or in the course materials shall be construed as professional advice as to any particular situation or constitute a legal opinion with respect to compliance with any federal state or local laws. Transmission of the information is not intended to create and receipt does not constitute an attorney-client relationship. Readers should not act upon this information without seeking professional counsel. The information contained herein is provided only as general information that may or may not reflect the most current legal developments. This information is not provided in the course of an attorney-client relationship and is not intended to constitute legal advice or to substitute for obtaining legal advice from an attorney licensed in your state. Course Number: fgov_01_a43_lc_enus |
Accessibility and WCAG Compliance | Course | View details Course Syllabus | Print Syllabus Accessibility and WCAG ComplianceOverview/Description: Section 508 of the Rehabilitation Act requires federal agencies to provide those who have disabilities with equal access to information and communication technology. In 2017 the US Access Board updated the Section 508 requirements. Among other changes the Act now obliges federal agencies to comply with the Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) 2.0 Level AA. Employees of federal agencies especially those whose job roles involve developing information technology and resources must be aware of and meet the updated requirements. In this course youll learn about the key changes to the Section 508 standards and the types of electronic content that must comply. Youll also learn about compliance with WCAG 2.0 and accessibility requirements for hardware software and support documentation used by federal agencies. This course was developed with subject matter support provided by the Labor Employment and Employee Benefits Law Group of the law firm of Sheehan Phinney Bass & Green PA. Please note however that the course materials and content are for informational purposes only and do not constitute legal advice. Nothing herein or in the course materials shall be construed as professional advice as to any particular situation or constitute a legal opinion with respect to compliance with any federal state or local laws. Transmission of the information is not intended to create and receipt does not constitute an attorney-client relationship. Readers should not act upon this information without seeking professional counsel. The information contained herein is provided only as general information that may or may not reflect the most current legal developments. This information is not provided in the course of an attorney-client relationship and is not intended to constitute legal advice or to substitute for obtaining legal advice from an attorney licensed in your state. Course Number: fgov_01_a44_lc_enus |
Domestic Violence Awareness for Federal Employees | Course | View details Course Syllabus | Print Syllabus Domestic Violence Awareness for Federal EmployeesOverview/Description: The problems of dating violence domestic violence sexual assault and stalking do not only affect homes; they can also affect the workplace. An employee may be harassed at work by phone calls or e-mails or their attendance and performance may suffer in various ways as a byproduct of what they are experiencing. Coworkers and supervisors need to be prepared to respond sensitively and appropriately. This course explains what domestic violence is and how to recognize when someone at work may be experiencing it. It then offers guidance on how to respond in ways that align with federal agency policies to support victims of domestic violence. This course was developed with subject matter support provided by the Labor & Employment Law Group of the law firm of Baker Donelson Bearman Caldwell & Berkowitz PC. Please note however that the course materials and content are for informational purposes only and do not constitute legal advice. Nothing herein or in the course materials shall be construed as professional advice as to any particular situation or constitute a legal opinion with respect to compliance with any federal state or local laws. Transmission of the information is not intended to create and receipt does not constitute an attorney-client relationship. Readers should not act upon this information without seeking professional counsel. The information contained herein is provided only as general information that may or may not reflect the most current legal developments. This information is not provided in the course of an attorney-client relationship and is not intended to constitute legal advice or to substitute for obtaining legal advice from an attorney licensed in your state. Course Number: fgov_01_a45_lc_enus |
EEO and Preventing Discrimination in the Federal Workplace | Course | View details Course Syllabus | Print Syllabus EEO and Preventing Discrimination in the Federal WorkplaceOverview/Description: As a manager it is essential to use recruitment strategies that attract the right candidates. But just as important is the avoidance of discrimination both intentional and unintentional. In this course you will learn about the Equal Employment Opportunity laws that guide your agencys recruiting efforts and how to help ensure your hiring practices are fair and lawful. This course was developed with subject matter support provided by the law firm of Baker Donelson Bearman Caldwell & Berkowitz PC. Please note however that the course materials and content are for informational purposes only and do not constitute legal advice. Nothing herein or in the course materials shall be construed as professional advice as to any particular situation or constitute a legal opinion with respect to compliance with any federal state or local laws. Transmission of the information is not intended to create and receipt does not constitute an attorney-client relationship. Readers should not act upon this information without seeking professional counsel. The information contained herein is provided only as general information that may or may not reflect the most current legal developments. This information is not provided in the course of an attorney-client relationship and is not intended to constitute legal advice or to substitute for obtaining legal advice from an attorney licensed in your state. Course Number: fgov_01_a46_lc_enus |
Freedom of Information Act | Course | View details Course Syllabus | Print Syllabus Freedom of Information ActOverview/Description: The Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) encourages accountability through transparency – considered to be vital to the health and success of a democracy. In the United States each federal agency is responsible for processing FOIA requests for the records it holds and for disclosing records unless they are subject to an exemption. Employees of federal agencies need to be prepared to handle FOIA requests. This course provides an overview of the FOIA and how to meet obligations for processing FOIA requests while also encouraging employees to become familiar with the particular guidelines and resources held by their agencys FOIA Office. This course was developed with subject matter support provided by the Labor Employment and Employee Benefits Law Group of the law firm of Sheehan Phinney Bass & Green PA. Please note however that the course materials and content are for informational purposes only and do not constitute legal advice. Nothing herein or in the course materials shall be construed as professional advice as to any particular situation or constitute a legal opinion with respect to compliance with any federal state or local laws. Transmission of the information is not intended to create and receipt does not constitute an attorney-client relationship. Readers should not act upon this information without seeking professional counsel. The information contained herein is provided only as general information that may or may not reflect the most current legal developments. This information is not provided in the course of an attorney-client relationship and is not intended to constitute legal advice or to substitute for obtaining legal advice from an attorney licensed in your state. Course Number: fgov_01_a47_lc_enus |
Government Ethics | Course | View details Course Syllabus | Print Syllabus Government EthicsOverview/Description: The role of the Office of Government Ethics (OGE) is to help promote ethical behavior and work practices within the executive branch and to raise awareness about the Governments commitment to ensuring that all of its operations are carried out equitably and with integrity. This course provides instruction on how the OGE defines ethical behavior within the government and how it works with executive branch agencies to implement ethics programs and guidelines. It also explores the OGEs key objectives including preventing conflicts of interest ensuring impartiality in the performance of duties and promoting high standards of integrity in the day-to-day operations of all executive branch departments and agencies. This course is intended to meet the training requirements under Executive Order 12674 and Executive Order 12731 outlining agency responsibilities on the principles of ethical conduct for government officers and employees. This course was developed with subject matter support provided by the Labor Employment and Employee Benefits Law Group of the law firm of Sheehan Phinney Bass & Green PA. Please note however that the course materials and content are for informational purposes only and do not constitute legal advice. Nothing herein or in the course materials shall be construed as professional advice as to any particular situation or constitute a legal opinion with respect to compliance with any federal state or local laws. Transmission of the information is not intended to create and receipt does not constitute an attorney-client relationship. Readers should not act upon this information without seeking professional counsel. The information contained herein is provided only as general information that may or may not reflect the most current legal developments. This information is not provided in the course of an attorney-client relationship and is not intended to constitute legal advice or to substitute for obtaining legal advice from an attorney licensed in your state. Course Number: fgov_01_a48_lc_enus |
Hatch Act Overview | Course | View details Course Syllabus | Print Syllabus Hatch Act OverviewOverview/Description: Introduced in 1939 the Hatch Act is a federal law designed to protect all federal employees from political coercion. This course provides a high-level overview of the essential provisions of the Hatch Act including its purpose and key definitions. It describes the political activities that federal employees are prohibited from engaging in as well as those they can participate in. These course materials and content are for informational purposes only and do not constitute legal advice. Nothing herein or in the course materials shall be construed as professional advice as to any particular situation or constitute a legal opinion with respect to compliance with any federal state or local laws. Transmission of the information is not intended to create and receipt does not constitute an attorney-client relationship. Readers should not act upon this information without seeking professional counsel. The information contained herein is provided only as general information that may or may not reflect the most current legal developments. This information is not provided in the course of an attorney-client relationship and is not intended to constitute legal advice or to substitute for obtaining legal advice from an attorney licensed in your state. Course Number: fgov_01_a49_lc_enus |
Privacy Awareness | Course | View details Course Syllabus | Print Syllabus Privacy AwarenessOverview/Description: As a federal employee you have access to citizens personal information – federally employed or not – and youre responsible for its protection and safe keeping. In this course youll learn about Personally Identifiable Information or PII – what it is and how to identify it. This includes personal information about both federal employees and private citizens. This course will help federal employees follow federal privacy laws and ensure Fair Information Principles or FIPs are followed. This course was developed with subject matter support provided by the Labor Employment and Employee Benefits Law Group of the law firm of Sheehan Phinney Bass & Green PA. Please note however that the course materials and content are for informational purposes only and do not constitute legal advice. Nothing herein or in the course materials shall be construed as professional advice as to any particular situation or constitute a legal opinion with respect to compliance with any federal state or local laws. Transmission of the information is not intended to create and receipt does not constitute an attorney-client relationship. Readers should not act upon this information without seeking professional counsel. The information contained herein is provided only as general information that may or may not reflect the most current legal developments. This information is not provided in the course of an attorney-client relationship and is not intended to constitute legal advice or to substitute for obtaining legal advice from an attorney licensed in your state. Course Number: fgov_01_a51_lc_enus |
Proper Use of Government Payment Cards | Course | View details Course Syllabus | Print Syllabus Proper Use of Government Payment CardsOverview/Description: Charge cards enable US federal agencies to provide a low-cost efficient way to make small purchases of goods and services directly from vendors. The government charge card program is known as the GSA (General Services Administration) SmartPay program. Federal cardholders can use this program to pay for work-related commercial goods and services travel expenses and fleet expenses. This course provides an overview of the GSA SmartPay program. It covers how to use government charge cards properly what your responsibilities are as a cardholder and how to keep cards secure. These course materials and content are for informational purposes only and do not constitute legal advice. Nothing herein or in the course materials shall be construed as professional advice as to any particular situation or constitute a legal opinion with respect to compliance with any federal state or local laws. Transmission of the information is not intended to create and receipt does not constitute an attorney-client relationship. Readers should not act upon this information without seeking professional counsel. The information contained herein is provided only as general information that may or may not reflect the most current legal developments. This information is not provided in the course of an attorney-client relationship and is not intended to constitute legal advice or to substitute for obtaining legal advice from an attorney licensed in your state. Course Number: fgov_01_a52_lc_enus |
Reasonable Accommodation for the Federal Workplace | Course | View details Course Syllabus | Print Syllabus Reasonable Accommodation for the Federal WorkplaceOverview/Description: Leading and managing employees in an increasingly diverse workplace can be both rewarding and challenging. Federal agency managers must operate with sensitivity when handling accommodations for disabilities religious practices and medical leave. What do your employees expect? What legislation applies to accommodating their requests? What are the consequences of failing to comply? Answering these questions requires a basic understanding of the anti-discrimination and disability legislation. This course provides an overview of the Rehabilitation Act the Family and Medical Leave Act and Equal Employment Opportunity Commission guidelines that affect federal employers responsibilities in these areas. The course will help managers identify the situations where these laws come into play so they can respond appropriately to specific requests. This course was developed with subject matter support provided by the Labor Employment and Employee Benefits Law Group of the law firm of Sheehan Phinney Bass & Green PA. Please note however that the course materials and content are for informational purposes only and do not constitute legal advice. Nothing herein or in the course materials shall be construed as professional advice as to any particular situation or constitute a legal opinion with respect to compliance with any federal state or local laws. Transmission of the information is not intended to create and receipt does not constitute an attorney-client relationship. Readers should not act upon this information without seeking professional counsel. The information contained herein is provided only as general information that may or may not reflect the most current legal developments. This information is not provided in the course of an attorney-client relationship and is not intended to constitute legal advice or to substitute for obtaining legal advice from an attorney licensed in your state. Course Number: fgov_01_a53_lc_enus |
The No FEAR Act | Course | View details Course Syllabus | Print Syllabus The No FEAR ActOverview/Description: The Notification and Federal Employee Antidiscrimination and Retaliation Act of 2002 better known as the No FEAR Act requires that federal agencies be accountable for violations of antidiscrimination and whistleblower protection laws. This course will outline the rights federal employees have under these laws and provide details on how the No FEAR Act is implemented. This course was developed with subject matter support provided by The Potomac Law Group PLLC. Please note however that the course materials and content are for informational purposes only and do not constitute legal advice and may or may not reflect the most current legal developments. Nothing herein or in the course materials shall be construed as professional advice as to any particular situation or constitute a legal opinion with respect to compliance with legal statutes or statutory instruments. Transmission of the information is not intended to create and receipt does not constitute an attorney-client relationship. Readers should not act upon this information without seeking independent legal advice. Course Number: fgov_01_a54_lc_enus |
The US Constitution | Course | View details Course Syllabus | Print Syllabus The US ConstitutionOverview/Description: This course looks at how the US Constitution was established as well as how the national government was formed and structured. It also explores the rights and liberties of the American people as enshrined in the Bill of Rights and subsequent amendments to the Constitution. Finally the course looks at how the power was distributed and the creation of the three branches of government: the legislature the executive and the judiciary. Legislation proposed by West Virginia Sen. Robert C. Byrd and enacted by U.S. Public Law 108-447 on December 8 2004 designated September 17 each year as Constitution Day and Citizenship Day. It requires each federal agency to provide new employees with educational and training materials about the US Constitution as part of orientation. The law also requires federal agencies to provide US Constitution education and training materials to all employees on Sept. 17 of each year. This course was developed with subject matter support provided by the law firm of Baker Donelson Bearman Caldwell & Berkowitz PC. Please note however that the course materials and content are for informational purposes only and do not constitute legal advice. Nothing herein or in the course materials shall be construed as professional advice as to any particular situation or constitute a legal opinion with respect to compliance with any federal state or local laws. Transmission of the information is not intended to create and receipt does not constitute an attorney-client relationship. Readers should not act upon this information without seeking professional counsel. The information contained herein is provided only as general information that may or may not reflect the most current legal developments. This information is not provided in the course of an attorney-client relationship and is not intended to constitute legal advice or to substitute for obtaining legal advice from an attorney licensed in your state. Course Number: fgov_01_a55_lc_enus |
USERRA: An Overview | Course | View details Course Syllabus | Print Syllabus USERRA: An OverviewOverview/Description: As uniformed service personnel are being deployed for service in many parts of the world their employment rights are being protected on the home front. Federal law provides protection for these service members and individual service members need to know their rights and responsibilities before during and after performing their duty in the uniformed services. And their employers – federal agencies in this case – need to know their obligations under USERRA. This course was developed with subject matter support provided by the Labor Employment and Employee Benefits Law Group of the law firm of Sheehan Phinney Bass & Green PA. Please note however that the course materials and content are for informational purposes only and do not constitute legal advice. Nothing herein or in the course materials shall be construed as professional advice as to any particular situation or constitute a legal opinion with respect to compliance with any federal state or local laws. Transmission of the information is not intended to create and receipt does not constitute an attorney-client relationship. Readers should not act upon this information without seeking professional counsel. The information contained herein is provided only as general information that may or may not reflect the most current legal developments. This information is not provided in the course of an attorney-client relationship and is not intended to constitute legal advice or to substitute for obtaining legal advice from an attorney licensed in your state. Course Number: fgov_01_a56_lc_enus |
Workplace Safety | Course | View details Course Syllabus | Print Syllabus Workplace SafetyOverview/Description: Every year occupational injuries and illnesses involving civilian federal employees occur. This course outlines the occupational safety and health requirements for federal employees. It covers the essential responsibilities federal government agencies have with regard to creating safe and healthful working environments. This course also provides information on the types of occupational safety and health training agencies should provide for their employees. It also addresses compliance and documentation of workplace safety incidents the importance of accurate record-keeping and the submission of annual reports to the Secretary of Labor. The course explores whistleblower protection with regard to occupational injuries and illnesses and provides an overview of the compliance requirements mandated under OSHA Regulation CFR 1960 and Executive Order 12196. This course was developed with subject matter support provided by the law firm of Baker Donelson Bearman Caldwell & Berkowitz PC. Please note however that the course materials and content are for informational purposes only and do not constitute legal advice. Nothing herein or in the course materials shall be construed as professional advice as to any particular situation or constitute a legal opinion with respect to compliance with any federal state or local laws. Transmission of the information is not intended to create and receipt does not constitute an attorney-client relationship. Readers should not act upon this information without seeking professional counsel. The information contained herein is provided only as general information that may or may not reflect the most current legal developments. This information is not provided in the course of an attorney-client relationship and is not intended to constitute legal advice or to substitute for obtaining legal advice from an attorney licensed in your state. Course Number: fgov_01_a57_lc_enus |
Federal HR Flexibilities | Course | View details Course Syllabus | Print Syllabus Federal HR FlexibilitiesOverview/Description: Federal agencies have a wide range of human resource (HR) capabilities that can be used to help manage workforce challenges. The US Office of Personnel Management (OPM) is a federal government agency that helps other government agencies recruit and retain federal employees provide with training and personal development programs and overcome staffing challenges. The OPM also designs and implements key human resource-related polices across all government departments. This course provides an overview of the many personnel options and services available to applicants existing employees and managers in the federal government. This course was developed with subject matter support provided by the law firm of Baker Donelson Bearman Caldwell & Berkowitz PC. Please note however that the course materials and content are for informational purposes only and do not constitute legal advice. Nothing herein or in the course materials shall be construed as professional advice as to any particular situation or constitute a legal opinion with respect to compliance with any federal state or local laws. Transmission of the information is not intended to create and receipt does not constitute an attorney-client relationship. Readers should not act upon this information without seeking professional counsel. The information contained herein is provided only as general information that may or may not reflect the most current legal developments. This information is not provided in the course of an attorney-client relationship and is not intended to constitute legal advice or to substitute for obtaining legal advice from an attorney licensed in your state. Course Number: fgov_01_a62_lc_enus |
Federal Merit System Overview | Course | View details Course Syllabus | Print Syllabus Federal Merit System OverviewOverview/Description: The merit system principles are the standards that underpin federal management practices. They help ensure federal employees are treated fairly and equitably and that the federal employment system is based on merit. This course provides an overview of the merit system principles – what they are how to apply them and the prohibited personnel practices to avoid. The course also describes the regulatory and administrative structures that enforce the merit system principles. These course materials and content are for informational purposes only and do not constitute legal advice. Nothing herein or in the course materials shall be construed as professional advice as to any particular situation or constitute a legal opinion with respect to compliance with any federal state or local laws. Transmission of the information is not intended to create and receipt does not constitute an attorney-client relationship. Readers should not act upon this information without seeking professional counsel. The information contained herein is provided only as general information that may or may not reflect the most current legal developments. This information is not provided in the course of an attorney-client relationship and is not intended to constitute legal advice or to substitute for obtaining legal advice from an attorney licensed in your state. Course Number: fgov_01_a63_lc_enus |
Insider Threat Awareness | Course | View details Course Syllabus | Print Syllabus Insider Threat AwarenessOverview/Description: Government agencies face a dual threat to their security – that from outsiders trying to access data and systems and from insiders – employees contractors or partners – who misuse whether intentionally or not their authorized access. Insiders represent a substantial threat because they have knowledge and access to systems allowing them to bypass security measures through legitimate means. This makes them difficult to detect. To manage potential insider threats government agencies and departments must establish a security framework that protects detects and responds to insider risks to systems assets and data. This course introduces essential concepts related to insider threats focusing on employees role in protecting their agencys sensitive data and systems. The course provides an overview of common characteristics and indicators associated with malicious insiders and effective ways to respond if you suspect someone inside your agency poses a threat. These course materials and content are for informational purposes only and do not constitute legal advice. Nothing herein or in the course materials shall be construed as professional advice as to any particular situation or constitute a legal opinion with respect to compliance with any federal state or local laws. Transmission of the information is not intended to create and receipt does not constitute an attorney-client relationship. Readers should not act upon this information without seeking professional counsel. The information contained herein is provided only as general information that may or may not reflect the most current legal developments. This information is not provided in the course of an attorney-client relationship and is not intended to constitute legal advice or to substitute for obtaining legal advice from an attorney licensed in your state. Course Number: fgov_01_a64_lc_enus |
The Plain Writing Act | Course | View details Course Syllabus | Print Syllabus The Plain Writing ActOverview/Description: Confusing content imprecise instructions and unnecessarily complicated processes all cause problems for people who need to read and use government documents. The Plain Writing Act aims to address these issues by requiring executive agencies to produce documents that are easy to understand and use. This course will help you meet this requirement by introducing principles of effective composition for both paper and web content such as analyzing your audience organizing the presentation of information and choosing clear words and phrases. This course was developed with subject matter support provided by the law firm of Baker Donelson Bearman Caldwell & Berkowitz PC. Please note however that the course materials and content are for informational purposes only and do not constitute legal advice. Nothing herein or in the course materials shall be construed as professional advice as to any particular situation or constitute a legal opinion with respect to compliance with any federal state or local laws. Transmission of the information is not intended to create and receipt does not constitute an attorney-client relationship. Readers should not act upon this information without seeking professional counsel. The information contained herein is provided only as general information that may or may not reflect the most current legal developments. This information is not provided in the course of an attorney-client relationship and is not intended to constitute legal advice or to substitute for obtaining legal advice from an attorney licensed in your state. Course Number: fgov_01_a65_lc_enus |
Pre-retirement Planning for FERS | Course | View details Course Syllabus | Print Syllabus Pre-retirement Planning for FERSOverview/Description: All federal employees should be aware that the federal government starts the retirement planning process immediately upon employing an individual in a permanent position. The government has passed legislation that each employee covered by the Federal Employees Retirement System (FERS) will be mandated to contribute into the Civil Service Retirement and Disability Fund (CSRDF) the Social Security Fund and the Medicare Fund. Legislation was also passed to establish a savings and investment plan – the Thrift Savings Plan (TSP) – which is voluntary in order for each employee to have a supplemental annuity in retirement. Although the government starts the planning process each employee also needs to plan and prepare for retirement. It is a full career process from the date of employment to the date of retirement. This course will provide federal employees with sufficient information to enable them to make informed decisions about retirement planning. These course materials and content are for informational purposes only and do not constitute legal advice. Nothing herein or in the course materials shall be construed as professional advice as to any particular situation or constitute a legal opinion with respect to compliance with any federal state or local laws. Transmission of the information is not intended to create and receipt does not constitute an attorney-client relationship. Readers should not act upon this information without seeking professional counsel. The information contained herein is provided only as general information that may or may not reflect the most current legal developments. This information is not provided in the course of an attorney-client relationship and is not intended to constitute legal advice or to substitute for obtaining legal advice from an attorney licensed in your state. Course Number: fgov_01_a66_lc_enus |
Telework for Government Employees | Course | View details Course Syllabus | Print Syllabus Telework for Government EmployeesOverview/Description: This course provides telework guidelines for federal employees. It explains how to determine whether telework is a viable option for you and how to prepare for a successful teleworking experience. This course also provides instruction on the best practices for teleworking and how to manage the challenges associated with telework. This course was developed with subject matter support provided by the law firm of Baker Donelson Bearman Caldwell & Berkowitz PC. Please note however that the course materials and content are for informational purposes only and do not constitute legal advice. Nothing herein or in the course materials shall be construed as professional advice as to any particular situation or constitute a legal opinion with respect to compliance with any federal state or local laws. Transmission of the information is not intended to create and receipt does not constitute an attorney-client relationship. Readers should not act upon this information without seeking professional counsel. The information contained herein is provided only as general information that may or may not reflect the most current legal developments. This information is not provided in the course of an attorney-client relationship and is not intended to constitute legal advice or to substitute for obtaining legal advice from an attorney licensed in your state. Course Number: fgov_01_a67_lc_enus |