Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA)
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This course covers the historical context and passage of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), as well as how workplaces can improve accommodations to foster a more inclusive and accessible environment for all —including those with physical disabilities and neurodiversity.
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What’s covered
This course covers the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 (ADA), a federal civil rights law prohibiting disability-based discrimination in areas like employment, public accommodations, and transportation. It teaches learners how the ADA came to be, what intentional disability inclusion looks like, and best practices for avoiding ableist actions and language in the workplace.
- 15 minutes
- 3 training modules
- Content configuration available
- Created with tech companies in mind
- Deliver via Ethena’s LMS or your LMS solution
Americans with Disabilities Act
- History of the ADA
- Conversation with ADA advocate Deb Dagit
- Ways workplaces can improve accommodations
Ableism
- Definitions for disability and accommodation
- Best practices on avoiding ableist actions and language in the workplace
Disability Inclusion in the Workplace
- What intentional disability inclusion looks like
- How companies can make workplace accommodations more accessible
Neurodiversity and Workplace Communication
- Definition of neurodiversity
- Actionable tips on how to communicate to build supportive workplaces
Skills learned
- Understand what the ADA is and what protections it offers in the workplace
- Learn best practices on offering workplace accommodations and how to communicate with all colleagues, including those with neurodiversity
- Hear a personal account from Deb Dagit, a former Chief Diversity Officer and disability inclusion advocate with an impressive connection to the ADA
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Why train your teams on the ADA
Disability accommodations and healthy communications are necessary components in building a safe, inclusive workplace. Understanding the history of the ADA and the protections it offers is the first step in maintaining a workplace where everyone feels safe and supported to come to work as their authentic selves.
A personal touch ✨
In this course, learners will get a firsthand account of the importance of disability inclusion through the lens of a real-life disability advocate, Deb Dagit.
The drive to thrive
Creating an inclusive workplace allows everyone to bring their most authentic selves to work, which fosters an environment where employees can truly thrive.
Intersectionality or bust
Disability inclusion is just one slice of the comfort-in-the-workplace pie, but we aren’t stopping there. Our content uses diverse names, inclusive language, and authentic scenarios beyond the fundamentals, because just checking the box doesn’t cut it.
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Enhanced hotline and case management suite
Give your team the tools to navigate tricky situations at work.
- Encourage employees to speak up with misconduct reporting
- Track and respond to concerns with case management
- Meet whistleblower hotline requirements (SOX, SOC II, EU Whistleblower Directive)
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