Sexual Harassment Awareness for Employees Training Course (NZ Version)
$27.50 inc. GST
The Sexual Harassment Awareness NZ topic is about understanding, recognising, and avoiding behaviours that could be considered sexual harassment in New Zealand workplaces. It offers guidance on how to respond if subjected to or witnessing harassment and provides insights to help employees contribute to a respectful, inclusive work environment.
This course will take approximately 27 minutes to complete.
Why is the Sexual Harassment Awareness for Employees (NZ) Topic Important?
Sexual harassment poses serious risks to workplace safety, wellbeing, and culture. It can lead to emotional distress, reduced productivity, reputational damage, and legal consequences for both individuals and organisations.
Under the Human Rights Act 1993 and the Employment Relations Act 2000, New Zealand employers must provide a safe workplace free from sexual harassment and take reasonable steps to prevent and address it. This course helps organisations meet those obligations by equipping staff with the awareness and confidence to identify, prevent, and respond appropriately to harassment.
Who Should Complete This Course
- Employees and contractors in any industry or organisation
- Supervisors and team leaders seeking to build inclusive teams
- HR, compliance, and safety professionals who are responsible for workplace conduct
- Any worker who wants to understand and uphold respectful behaviours
Topics Covered
- What is sexual harassment? – Understand the definition, forms, and effects of sexual harassment in the workplace.
- How do you avoid sexual harassment behaviour? –Learn practical ways to prevent harassment and maintain professional boundaries.
- How do you respond to sexual harassment? –Explore how to speak up, support others, and report incidents safely and effectively.
Course Experience
- Fully online and accessible anytime
- Interactive and scenario-based learning
- Self-paced completion (pause/resume anytime)
- Assessment (e.g. 9-question quiz, 100% pass required)
- Instant digital certificate on completion
- Accessible design (WCAG 2.2 AA compliant; suitable for all literacy levels)
Assessment
Yes! A 100% correct answer rate (9/9) is required to successfully complete the course.
Related Courses
- Anti-Bullying and Anti-Harassment for Managers (NZ)
- Anti-Bullying and Harassment for Employees and Workers (NZ)
- Equal Employment Opportunity for Managers (AUS)
- Equal Employment Opportunity for Employees (AUS)
- Privacy in the Workplace (NZ)
- Privacy in the Workplace and Recruitment (NZ)
- Duty of Care for Employees (NZ)
- Mental Health Awareness for Employees (NZ)
- LGBTIQA+ Awareness Training Course (NZ Version)
Learning Outcomes
After completing this course, learners will be able to:
- Identify what constitutes sexual harassment in the workplace
- Apply strategies to avoid engaging in or condoning harassment
- Understand rights, responsibilities, and reporting processes
- Respond appropriately to harassment incidents
- Promote a respectful, inclusive, and safe work environment
Business Outcomes
This training will:
- Reduce risks of harassment claims and legal breaches
- Demonstrate compliance with NZ employment law
- Improve workplace culture, safety, and trust
- Increase employee confidence to speak up early
- Strengthen organisational reputation for fairness and respect
| Platforms | Desktop, laptop, tablet or mobile (widescreen) |
| Browsers | Chrome, Edge, Firefox and Safari are supported (typically versions from 2019 onwards). IE11 is not supported |
| Hosting | Enrol in Tribal Habits portal |
| Accessible | Yes, meets WCAG 2.2 guidelines at a Level AA standard – More info on WCAG 2.2 here |
Description
Why is the Sexual Harassment Awareness for Employees (NZ) Topic Important?
Sexual harassment poses serious risks to workplace safety, wellbeing, and culture. It can lead to emotional distress, reduced productivity, reputational damage, and legal consequences for both individuals and organisations.
Under the Human Rights Act 1993 and the Employment Relations Act 2000, New Zealand employers must provide a safe workplace free from sexual harassment and take reasonable steps to prevent and address it. This course helps organisations meet those obligations by equipping staff with the awareness and confidence to identify, prevent, and respond appropriately to harassment.
Who Should Complete This Course
- Employees and contractors in any industry or organisation
- Supervisors and team leaders seeking to build inclusive teams
- HR, compliance, and safety professionals who are responsible for workplace conduct
- Any worker who wants to understand and uphold respectful behaviours
Topics Covered
Topics Covered
- What is sexual harassment? – Understand the definition, forms, and effects of sexual harassment in the workplace.
- How do you avoid sexual harassment behaviour? –Learn practical ways to prevent harassment and maintain professional boundaries.
- How do you respond to sexual harassment? –Explore how to speak up, support others, and report incidents safely and effectively.
Experience
Course Experience
- Fully online and accessible anytime
- Interactive and scenario-based learning
- Self-paced completion (pause/resume anytime)
- Assessment (e.g. 9-question quiz, 100% pass required)
- Instant digital certificate on completion
- Accessible design (WCAG 2.2 AA compliant; suitable for all literacy levels)
Assessment
Yes! A 100% correct answer rate (9/9) is required to successfully complete the course.
Related Courses
- Anti-Bullying and Anti-Harassment for Managers (NZ)
- Anti-Bullying and Harassment for Employees and Workers (NZ)
- Equal Employment Opportunity for Managers (AUS)
- Equal Employment Opportunity for Employees (AUS)
- Privacy in the Workplace (NZ)
- Privacy in the Workplace and Recruitment (NZ)
- Duty of Care for Employees (NZ)
- Mental Health Awareness for Employees (NZ)
- LGBTIQA+ Awareness Training Course (NZ Version)
Outcomes
Learning Outcomes
After completing this course, learners will be able to:
- Identify what constitutes sexual harassment in the workplace
- Apply strategies to avoid engaging in or condoning harassment
- Understand rights, responsibilities, and reporting processes
- Respond appropriately to harassment incidents
- Promote a respectful, inclusive, and safe work environment
Business Outcomes
This training will:
- Reduce risks of harassment claims and legal breaches
- Demonstrate compliance with NZ employment law
- Improve workplace culture, safety, and trust
- Increase employee confidence to speak up early
- Strengthen organisational reputation for fairness and respect
Accessibility
| Platforms | Desktop, laptop, tablet or mobile (widescreen) |
| Browsers | Chrome, Edge, Firefox and Safari are supported (typically versions from 2019 onwards). IE11 is not supported |
| Hosting | Enrol in Tribal Habits portal |
| Accessible | Yes, meets WCAG 2.2 guidelines at a Level AA standard – More info on WCAG 2.2 here |