Small Business HR Strategies Training
Master HR Strategies and Compliance: A Six-Week Personal Training to Elevate Your Small Business HR Function
Small Business HR Strategies Training
This comprehensive six-week course pairs you with one of our highly experienced HR instructors to help you:
- Assess your current HR function
- Learn compliance basics
- Acquire tools to support your employees
The learning modules cover essential HR strategies, including:
- Completing Form I-9s
- Writing offer letters
- Developing job descriptions
- Posting job openings
- Setting up employee files
- Establishing the foundation for your employee handbook
You’ll engage in homework and self-assessments to prepare for each session. Plus, you’ll have dedicated Q&A time with your HR instructor, working exclusively with your organization.
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Free Small Business HR Strategies Training from our Experts
Attention Massachusetts businesses! Get up to $15,000 in free training per year with the Express Program from Commonwealth Corporation, funded by Unemployment Insurance taxes.
Companies with 51-100 Massachusetts employees qualify for 50% reimbursement
So why not take advantage of expert-led HR training? Especially if you can be reimbursed up to 100%.
This course is now eligible for the Express Grant through Commonwealth Corp!
What Do You Need Before You Start an Application?
1. Requires a current Certificate of Good Standing from MA Tax Connect within last 6 months.
2. You will need your company’s Federal Employer Identification Number (FEIN).
3. Signed Form W9
Here is What You’ll Learn Each Week:
Week 1 – Pre-Employment Activities
- Identify requirements of fair employment laws
- Develop the organization’s EEO policy
- Evaluate job applicants based on compliant job-related criteria
- Conduct all phases of the hiring process to avoid discrimination
Week 2 – Hiring Employees
- Draft a comprehensive offer letter
- Set up and maintain compliant employee files
- Understand the step-by-step process of completing Form I-9
- Design and implement a structured onboarding process
Week 3 – Compensation and Benefits
- Identify and understand the key legal requirements for compensation practices in Massachusetts
- Discover employee benefits best practices
- Properly manage and issue final paychecks
- Determine overtime eligibility in accordance with FLSA standards
Week 4 – Performance Management
- Identify best practices and pitfalls in writing performance evaluations
- How to create and utilize a performance evaluation form
- Write clear and achievable performance objectives
- Learn strategies for conducting comprehensive reviews
Week 5 – Documentation and Termination
- Manage the critical aspects of the termination process
- Effectively manage and maintain employee files
- Understand the legal requirements for administering COBRA, if applicable
- Prepare company guidelines for providing references
Week 6 – Establishing your HR Plan
- Understand the recommended handbook policies based on employer size
- Prepare to communicate policies to employees
- Assess HR areas that are at risk and require immediate attention
- Develop an action plan with timelines and resources
Elevate Your Small Business!
Ready to move forward? Reach out to us at HRInfo@AIMHRSolutions.com to learn how you can easily apply for this grant or schedule time below with our internal grant expert, Rachel Gillis.
Want to Attend? Let's Chat!The best way to see if you are eligible is to contact us. Space is limited for this personal training. Contact us today to get started.