Employee Termination Processes

Handling an employee termination well is one of the most challenging responsibilities a manager or HR professional faces. Done right, it protects your organization, respects the individual, and upholds a culture of fairness. This course gives you the structure and confidence to navigate the process professionally and legally.

In this course, you will:

• Use Performance Improvement Plans (PIPs) effectively as a precursor to termination
• Recognize the scenarios that warrant termination and approach each with appropriate care
• Plan and set up termination meetings with the right attendees, venue, and logistics
• Conduct termination conversations using positive, focused, and professional language
• Complete employment termination checklists and avoid common procedural mistakes
• Conduct exit interviews that generate useful feedback for organizational improvement

This course is ideal for managers, HR professionals, and business owners who want to handle employee separations with professionalism, compassion, and compliance.

Duration: 2 hours