Title IX Training

Per Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972 and the U.S. Department of Education’s regulations (34 C.F.R. § 106.45), Central Christian College of Kansas is committed to ensuring transparency in its Title IX processes. As part of this commitment, the College provides public access to all training materials used to educate Title IX Coordinators, investigators, decision-makers, and individuals who facilitate informal resolution processes. These materials reflect our dedication to fair, impartial, and informed procedures for addressing reports of sexual harassment and misconduct.

• General Compliance
  • Franczek Webinar—Essentials for Community Colleges, Colleges, & Universities Under the New Title IX
• Role Specific Traninig (2020)
  • Module 1 – An Introduction to Managing Title IX Sexual Harassment on Campus
    • Starting with a background and history of Title IX, the module details key definitions, elements of a sufficient response to “Title IX sexual harassment,” interim and supportive measures, and recordkeeping requirements.
  • Module 2 – Formal Complaints of Title IX Sexual Harassment
    • The module details the ten core requirements for a formal complaint process and explains the requirements regarding dismissals and consolidation of complaints.
  • Module 3 – Title IX Investigations & Informal Resolutions
    • The module explores key concepts, notice requirements, confidentiality, evidence, serving impartially, issues of relevance, interviews, credibility determinations, collection and review of documentation, and writing investigative reports. The module also explains the regulation’s requirements regarding informal resolutions.
  • Module 4 – Title IX Hearings
    • The module delves into key concepts, the live hearing requirement, advisors, managing cross-examination, relevance, credibility, the burden of proof, evidence, and legal privileges.
  • Module 5 – Title IX Determinations
    •  The module covers key concepts, the format and content of determinations, organizing facts and thoughts, excluding facts in evidence, weighing facts under applicable evidentiary standards, types of evidence, effective deliberations, and writing a defensible determination.
  • Module 6 – Title IX Appeals
    • The module details key concepts, bases for appeal, drafting appeal decisions, and requirements for appeal officers.
• 2024 Regulatory Considerations
  • Session 1 – An Introduction to the 2024 Title IX Rule
    • This session provides an overview of the new Title IX rule. It covers the background and status of the Title IX regulatory framework, new definitions, obligations relating to sex discrimination and retaliation, training and notice standards, supportive measures, and recordkeeping requirements.
  • Session 2 – Complaints of Sex Discrimination under Title IX
    • This session examines the requirements for responding to and addressing complaints of sex discrimination under the new regulations. The session also outlines obligations and key concepts for employees charged with administering the Title IX process.
  • Session 3 – Complaints of Sex-Based Harassment with Students under Title IX
    • This session details the framework for responding to and addressing complaints of sex-based harassment involving a student party under the new regulations. The session also explains and provides an outline of the informal resolution process and its requirements.
  • Session 4 – Pregnancy and Related Conditions under Title IX – YouTube
    • This session takes a deep-dive into the regulation’s new requirements regarding pregnancy and related conditions. In particular, the session considers the responsibilities of institutions when a student or employee informs the institution of their pregnancy or related condition.
• Department of Education – OCR
  • OCR Title IX Webinars – YouTube

In addition to the training materials made publicly available here, Central Christian College of Kansas utilizes supplemental training content provided by external vendors and professional organizations to enhance the knowledge and preparedness of its Title IX personnel (e.g. Vector Solutions & Husch Blackwell). Some of these supplemental resources are protected by copyright and licensing agreements, and therefore cannot be publicly posted or reproduced. While these materials cannot be shared online, they are used in conjunction with publicly accessible resources to ensure comprehensive, up-to-date, and legally compliant training for all individuals involved in the Title IX process.

Vector Solutions

• Title IX and Sexual Harassment: Title IX applies to a variety of topics and can be confusing to some. Although most employees don’t need to be legal experts, everyone needs to know some basic information about Title IX. This introductory course is designed to provide postsecondary staff members with information about the importance and implications of Title IX and sexual harassment, including sexual assault. Topics covered include the definition of sexual harassment, Title IX’s regulations and obligations, and the elements of effective policies.
• Title IX Roles of Employees: Title IX is key to ensuring all students are free from discrimination and exclusion in their access to education. But making sure all students are protected isn’t completely on the shoulders of Title IX Coordinators. They often rely on members of the campus community to help. This course provides college and university faculty and staff with an overview of Title IX and the responsibility for Title IX enforcement by employees. Topics include: employee role in Title IX enforcement, key terms and definitions, and reporting procedures.
• Title IX and Sexual Harassment Prevention for Employees (Full): Informed faculty and staff are vital to effectively responding to and preventing sexual harassment on campus. This course is designed to provide essential knowledge on Title IX regulations so you can assist students or colleagues when they reach out for help and to give you background on recent laws to help guide your response. Topics covered include why people commit sexual harassment, primary prevention methods, federal requirements, reporting obligations, trauma-informed response, and campus policies and resources.
• Title IX Regulations and Roles Overview: While all staff members have some responsibility under Title IX, the Title IX coordinator is charged with managing overall compliance and ensuring all employees and students on campus are aware of their obligations and their protections under Title IX. This course provides administrators with an overview of Title IX requirements and the role of the Title IX Coordinator. Topics include: sexual harassment, methods of awareness and prevention, ways to address sexual harassment, and procedures for investigation and grievance processes.
• Sexual Awareness and Violence for Employees (Campus SaVE Act): The goal of this course is to inform employees about the requirements of the Campus SaVE Act. This includes the identification of and response to incidents of sexual violence against students. This course will cover sexual violence awareness, risk reduction, bystander intervention, actions to take after sexual violence has occurred, student disciplinary proceedings, victim protections, and sanctions.

Husch Blackwell

• Annual Title IX Training for Coordinators, Investigators, and Title IX Team Members
• Title IX Compliance for Athletics Programs
• Advanced Title IX Training: HR Professionals
• Updates on Title IX Regulations