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Essential Job Functions According to the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) 1.5 Credits 1.5 Credits

Dec 24, 2024, 01:30 PM EDT

Essential Job Functions According to the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) 1.5 Credits 1.5 Credits

  • Melveen Stevenson

    | SHRM-SCP & SPHR

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    December, 2024

  • Subject Area

    Personnel/Human Resources

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Learning Objectives

  • Describe the requirements for employers under the ADA and EEOC.
  • Differentiate between essential and marginal job functions.
  • Explain the importance of each job function within a description.
  • Conduct a job analysis to identify essential and marginal functions.
  • Clarify who determines the essential functions of jobs and review case studies.

Course Overview

Organizations enjoy the freedom to design their frameworks, crafting roles that ignite engagement and drive meaningful contributions while cultivating unified teams that promote individual advancement and growth. Yet, when it comes to precisely detailing job functions—whether core or auxiliary—leaders often encounter a maze of ambiguity, struggling to reach the clarity necessary for genuine success.

In this CPE course, you will uncover vital techniques to ensure your job design complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), safeguarding both legal standing and organizational integrity. Furthermore, you will learn how to systematically document job functions in a manner that fortifies your company’s defenses against potential liabilities. By mastering these strategies, you will not only offer employees clear and defined expectations as they transition into new positions but also extend support during times of leave or personal hardship. Your leadership team will also acquire the necessary tools to guide and manage their teams with greater efficiency and understanding.

Major Topics:

  • Job Function Classification Methods
  • ADA Compliance in Design
  • Documenting Job Function Changes
  • Effective Job Analysis Techniques

Join this CPE Course to gain knowledge on designing ADA-compliant job roles and protecting your company legally while supporting employee growth and development.

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License details Credits Status
Personnel/Human Resources for Certified Public Accountants (CPA-US) 1.5 CPE Approved
Business Acumen for SHRM-Certified Professional (SHRM-CP) (Valid upto : Dec 31, 2026) 1.5 PDC Eligible
HR Business for Professional in Human Resources (PHR) (Approval No. 723199) (Valid upto : Nov 30, 2026) 1.5 RCH Approved
Compliance / Research and Resource for Certified Payroll Professional (CPP) (Approval No. 26CPE051) (Valid upto : Dec 31, 2026) 1.5 RCH Approved
HR Business for Senior Professional in Human Resources (SPHR) (Approval No. 723199) (Valid upto : Nov 30, 2026) 1.5 RCH Approved
Business Acumen for SHRM-Senior Certified Professional (SHRM-SCP) (Valid upto : Dec 31, 2026) 1.5 PDC Eligible
Compliance / Research and Resource for Fundamental Payroll Certification (FPC) (Approval No. 26CPE051) (Valid upto : Dec 31, 2026) 1.5 RCH Approved
HR Business for Associate Professional in Human Resources (aPHR) (Approval No. 723199) (Valid upto : Nov 30, 2026) 1.5 RCH Approved
Personnel/Human Resources for Delaware Licensed Public Accountant (DE-LPA) 1.5 CPE Approved
HR Business for Professional in Human Resources - California (PHRca) (Approval No. 723199) (Valid upto : Nov 30, 2026) 1.5 RCH Approved
HR Business for Senior Professional in Human Resources - International (SPHRi) (Approval No. 723199) (Valid upto : Nov 30, 2026) 1.5 RCH Approved
HR Business for Associate Professional in Human Resources - International (aPHRi) (Approval No. 723199) (Valid upto : Nov 30, 2026) 1.5 RCH Approved
HR Business for Professional in Human Resources - International (PHRi) (Approval No. 723199) (Valid upto : Nov 30, 2026) 1.5 RCH Approved
HR Business for Global Professional in Human Resources (GPHR) (Approval No. 723199) (Valid upto : Nov 30, 2026) 1.5 RCH Approved
Personnel/Human Resources for Iowa Licensed Public Accountant (IA-LPA) 1.5 CPE Approved
Personnel/Human Resources for Maine Licensed Public Accountant (ME-LPA) 1.5 CPE Approved
License details Credits Status
Personnel/Human Resources for Certified Public Accountants (CPA-US) 1.5 CPE Approved
Business Acumen for SHRM-Certified Professional (SHRM-CP) (Valid upto : Dec 31, 2026) 1.5 PDC Eligible
HR Business for Professional in Human Resources (PHR) (Approval No. 686550) (Valid upto : Nov 30, 2025) 1.5 RCH Approved
HR Business for Senior Professional in Human Resources (SPHR) (Approval No. 686550) (Valid upto : Nov 30, 2025) 1.5 RCH Approved
Business Acumen for SHRM-Senior Certified Professional (SHRM-SCP) (Valid upto : Dec 31, 2026) 1.5 PDC Eligible
HR Business for Associate Professional in Human Resources (aPHR) (Approval No. 686550) (Valid upto : Nov 30, 2025) 1.5 RCH Approved
Personnel/Human Resources for Delaware Licensed Public Accountant (DE-LPA) 1.5 CPE Approved
HR Business for Professional in Human Resources - California (PHRca) (Approval No. 686550) (Valid upto : Nov 30, 2025) 1.5 RCH Approved
HR Business for Senior Professional in Human Resources - International (SPHRi) (Approval No. 686550) (Valid upto : Nov 30, 2025) 1.5 RCH Approved
HR Business for Associate Professional in Human Resources - International (aPHRi) (Approval No. 686550) (Valid upto : Nov 30, 2025) 1.5 RCH Approved
HR Business for Professional in Human Resources - International (PHRi) (Approval No. 686550) (Valid upto : Nov 30, 2025) 1.5 RCH Approved
HR Business for Global Professional in Human Resources (GPHR) (Approval No. 686550) (Valid upto : Nov 30, 2025) 1.5 RCH Approved
Personnel/Human Resources for Iowa Licensed Public Accountant (IA-LPA) 1.5 CPE Approved
Personnel/Human Resources for Maine Licensed Public Accountant (ME-LPA) 1.5 CPE Approved

Additional Information

Credits

1.5

Credits

1.5

Course Level

Intermediate

Instructional Method

QAS Self Study

Group Internet Based

Pre-requisites

None

Advance Preparation

None

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Boost your HR career with MY-CPE’s HRCI Recertification Courses. Designed with your professional growth in mind, our courses make earning HRCI Recertification Credits simple and straightforward. At MY-CPE, we’re committed to your success in the ever-evolving world of human resources. Our courses offer the latest insights and practical skills to help you stay ahead. Whether you’re looking to deepen your expertise or broaden your abilities, MY-CPE provides the resources you need. Take the next step in your HR journey today and secure your competitive edge with our top-quality recertification options.

About Instructor

Melveen Stevenson

Melveen Stevenson | SHRM-SCP & SPHR

Founder + HR/Business Strategic Adviser, M.S.Elemental, LLC

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Melveen Stevenson is a sought-after human resources consultant and business advisor. As a certified HR professional with a background in accounting and finance, she helps companies to navigate the human resources “jungle” of compliance, human capital, and leadership challenges. In doing so, she empowers companies to strengthen their infrastructure from the inside out, specifically through leadership development, operations, training, employee engagement, and executive coaching. 


Melveen speaks on key topics to empower companies with the latest research and best practices for increasing engagement, enhancing leadership presence, and optimizing diverse workforce groups.


Over the last 20 years, Melveen has held leadership positions in human resources operations, supply chain, and talent management at international companies in food manufacturing, medical devices, and consumer products. She was also a faculty member at California State University-Dominguez Hills. She has spent most of her career in California, and has expertise in the state’s complicated employment regulations. 


Melveen is certified through the Society of Human Resource Management (SHRM-SCP) and the Human Resources Certification Institute (SPHR).

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We issue instant credit certificates, ensuring they are valid for presentation to governing bodies. Typically, we report IRS, CTEC, CFP, IDFP, IWI, VBOA Ethics credits within 7 days – the fastest in the industry.

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