Disability Management Introduction

Disability management is most effective when integrated and embedded into the strategies and culture of an organization. This course introduces an interdisciplinary approach to the concepts and practices of disability management, and addresses how to design, implement, and market an effective integrated disability management program. Topics include the theory and practices of disability management, what an integrated disability management program is, how it functions, the role of the Employee Assistance Program in disability management, the Workers Compensation System, the infrastructure and standards for an integrated disability management program, data management, program evaluation, program communication and marketing, ethics and the legal aspects related to disability management. This course is a required for the completion of the Diploma in Health, Safety and Environmental Management (SHEM) offered through Great Plains College. To learn more about this professional program , which is the first occupational health and safety related diploma offered entirely through web-based interactive instruction, visit the program page and book an appointment with an adviser.

Begin this course when the time is right for you.