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Compliance - Sexual Harassment & Sexual Violence - Mandatory Employee Training
Overview
- The university is committed to creating an environment that is free from sexual harassment and sexual violence.
- All UW-Madison faculty, academic staff, university staff, and limited appointees who receive a paycheck from the University are required to complete the "Preventing Sexual Harassment and Sexual Violence at UW-Madison".
- Completion of this training is part of on-boarding requirements for new employees. Current employees who have already completed the training are required to complete the training every 4 years.
- For the most up-to-date policy information, please review UW-146 - Sexual Harassment and Sexual Violence.
New Employee Information
Am I Required to Take this Training?
Yes. All UW-Madison faculty, academic staff, university staff, and limited appointees who receive a paycheck from the University are required to complete the training. This includes temporary employees.
Instructions for Completing Requirement
New employees receive a link to the Title IX - Employee training website in their appointment letter from the Administrative Services Unit.
New employees should register and and complete the training by following these instructions:
- Navigate to the Title IX - Employee training website.
- Click "Register for Training" under "Preventing Sexual Harassment and Sexual Violence at UW-Madison"
- Register for the online course.
- Complete the required training.
When Do I Need to Complete this Training?
- Employees will be notified of this training requirement as part of their on-boarding process or through their HR rep.
- Training should be completed within the first month of employment.
- Current employees are required to complete the training every 4 years. You will be notified by the Office of Compliance or hr@extension.wisc.edu when you are required to renew your training.
Why Do I Need To Complete this Training?
This training supports our institutional commitment to a safe and equitable campus. It also satisfies a UW Board of Regents mandate for all UW System employees. The mandate requires a refresher training every four years.
What Happens If I Do Not Complete this Training?
Employees who do not complete the training will not be eligible for general wage adjustments or performance pay increases.
Where Can I Find More Information about this Training?
Review the "Preventing Sexual Harassment and Sexual Violence at UW-Madison" section of the Office of Compliance's webpage.
Get Help
Need help? Contact the Office of Compliance.