World at Work

Certification Seminar B1
Fundamentals of Employee Benefits Programs

Course Overview
This basic-level course provides an overview of employee benefits plans typically offered by private sector employers, with a focus on the role of government, the types of plans available and the responsibilities associated with the administration of these plans.

Who Should Attend
This course is designed for human resources professionals new to the benefits field or individuals who would like to broaden their total rewards perspective. Those looking for a more in-depth treatment of benefits should consider other topicspecific benefits courses offered by WorldatWork, including B2, B3 and B3A.

What You Will Learn

Influences on Employee Benefits
Examines historical influences and trends as well as the objectives and design of employee benefits plans

Government Regulation of Benefits Plans
Covers the basic provisions of Social Security, reviews the role of government in employee benefits plans and identifies the impact of legislation affecting employee benefits since the enactment of ERISA in 1974.

Health and Welfare Plans
Covers the features of typical health and welfare benefits plans, coordination of benefits rules and ERISA provisions applicable to heath and welfare plans.

Retirement Plans
Addresses employer-sponsored retirement plans, sources of funding, qualified and nonqualified plans, distribution options and ERISA provisions applicable to retirement plans.

Pay for Time Not Worked and The Work Experience
Addresses pay for time not worked and the five elements of the employee work experience.

Administering and Communicating Employee Benefits
Covers the administration and communication challenges and requirements associated with employee benefits.

Fees:

PEBA members:
$950
WAW members:
$1,080
Nonmembers:
$1,585