EXCPE 1521 - Foundations of Campus Sexual and Gender-Based Violence

8 units

This course includes four evidence-based and legally sound (and reviewed) modules: 1) the basics of sexual and gender-based violence, 2) survivor-supportive practices,3) unpacking sexual and gender-based violence policies, and 4) the complexities of sexual and gender-based violence. It is critical learning for anyone working in a post-secondary environment in Alberta, whether with students or in a human resources capacity. This course stands alone, or as the prerequisite for courses in Trauma-informed Campus Administrative Investigations, Making Decisions in Campus Sexual and Gender-Based Violence Complaints, and Student Appeal Decision-Maker training.

EXCPE 1522 - Trauma-Informed Administrative Investigations

6 units

This course is for internal or external investigators of sexual and gender-based violence complaints in the Alberta post-secondary sector, including both student conduct and workplace investigations. It is grounded in the Alberta regulatory and legal context, and informed by evidence-based best and promising practices, particularly as outlined in the national Courage to Act program. It does not purport to train investigators, but aims to assist with re-framing their investigations to infuse a trauma-informed approach, ensure procedural fairness and, as a result, reduce harm to all involved. In addition, the principles in this training are applicable to any allegation of interpersonal harm and need not be limited to sexual and gender-based violence.

EXCPE 1523 - Making Decisions in Sexual and Gender-Based Violence Complaints

8 units

This course is for those who make decisions in campus complaint processes, including: 1)Interim Measures, 2) Complaint intake, 3) Making a finding of a policy violation, and 4) Applying disciplinary sanctions or outcomes. The various procedures and collective agreements across the province may vary in specific details. As a result, this training is based on principles and best practices in Alberta post-secondary institutions (PSI). Please ensure you are familiar with the specified procedures in which you are operating and seek legal or other guidance from trusted advisors. While this training is specific to sexual and gender-based violence complaints, it can be applied equally to complaints about any form of interpersonal harm.

EXCPE 1524 - Hearing and Deciding Student Appeals

8 units

This training is for anyone who is responsible to hear and make decisions on student disciplinary appeals in any Alberta post-secondary institution (PSI). Smaller institutions may have only one person making this decision, while larger ones might train appeal panels. This course uses the term appeal decision-maker to encompass anyone who is involved in deciding student appeals. The training is based on a close reading of the Post-Secondary Learning Act of Alberta, and all of the relevant case law. It describes best practice for student appeals, but remember that if your policy differs from the concepts in this course, you must follow your own policy.