2025 Employee Terminations: A Comprehensive Guide for HR and Managers (SSCK01)

Employee terminations are among the most challenging aspects of workforce management, requiring a delicate balance of legal compliance, ethical considerations, and organizational best practices. This course is designed to equip HR professionals and managers with the knowledge and tools necessary to handle terminations effectively and minimize legal risks.

In this comprehensive session, we will explore:

  •  The critical partnership between HR and managers in the termination process
  •  Proper documentation of performance issues and disciplinary procedures
  •  Navigating complex situations involving protected classes, FMLA, and accommodations
  •  Legal considerations at local, state, and federal levels
  •  Conducting fair and impartial investigations
  •  Preparing and executing termination meetings
  •  Post-termination procedures and best practices

Key Learning Objectives:

  •  Understand the importance of proper documentation and disciplinary processes
  •  Learn how to handle terminations involving employment contracts or protected classes
  •  Gain insights into conducting legally compliant investigations
  •  Master the preparation and execution of termination meetings
  •  Develop strategies for managing post-termination procedures

This course provides practical, actionable guidance to ensure that terminations are handled professionally, ethically, and in compliance with relevant laws.

Participants will receive three valuable resources:

  1. Sample written warning notice form
  2. Sample performance improvement plan
  3. Sample separation of employment policy

Target Audience

  •  Business Owners and Company Leadership
  •  HR and Payroll Professionals
  •  Compliance Officers
  •  Safety Personnel
  •  Managers and Supervisors
  •  Legal Professionals specializing in Employment Law