There are not many areas of HR that have changed as rapidly as employee benefits during the past 20 years. Employers recognize that this component of total rewards is vital in attracting and retaining employees. It is also an area that is heavily regulated by both state and federal governments. This program provides attendees with a good understanding of benefit fundamentals.

Program Content

• Benefits as One Component of Total Rewards
• What is an ERISA Plan?
• Introduction to Employee Benefits/Current Trends
  • Legally Mandated Benefits
  • Health Care Benefits
  • Flexible Benefit Plans (i.e. premium conversion and flexible spending accounts)
  • Death and Disability Benefits
  • Retirement Plans: Defined Contribution Plans (401(k)) and Defined Benefit Plans (pension)
  • Paid Time Off Benefits
  • Nontraditional Benefit Options
• Laws Affecting Employee Benefits
  • ERISA
  • Health insurance continuation (COBRA)
  • HIPAA (including New Privacy Regulations)
  • Qualified Domestic Relations Order (QDRO)
  • Qualified Medical Child Support Orders (QMSCO)
  • Family Medical Leave Act (FMLA)
• Effectively Communicating Employee Benefits

Who should attend

• Benefit administrators (0-18 months experience)
• Human resource generalists and managers
• Payroll or other personnel involved in benefits