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Writing Reports of Investigation and Final Agency Decisions
This workshop-based program will provide you with the skills and confidence to be more effective in writing reports of investigation and Final Agency Decisions that will withstand third-party scrutiny. Choose to bring one or both topics to your agency.
Part 1: Writing a Report of Investigation
Learn how to organize your report and write for your audience and use accepted reporting style and legal writing conventions to ensure your ROI or FAD is clear, effective, and legally sound.
Learning objectives
- Identify what goes into the report of investigation.
- Effectively organize the evidence.
- Write a fulsome report on the findings of an investigation.
Part 2: Writing a Final Agency Decision
Ensure that your FADs are written in a way that withstands scrutiny by the EEOC. It starts with knowing and understanding discrimination law, as applied to the Federal workplace.
Learning objectives
- Apply the theories of discrimination to the facts of the investigation.
- Explain the concept of legal sufficiency.
- Identify and avoid the pitfalls that often lead to FAD reversals.
Event FAQs
Is there any flexibility with course durations for Agency Direct training?
Yes. Many agencies have requested that full-day courses be taught over two half-days to ensure maximum engagement, especially when the course is being taught virtually. Any course can be spread out over multiple days or condensed into shorter sessions. And shorter classes can often be combined to build longer courses covering more topics. We’ll be happy to discuss the options that are most convenient to you.
In what format is this class held?
The class may be held onsite at an agency location, or as a live virtual event. Virtual events are generally held using your agency’s platform (Zoom, WebEx, Teams, etc.). In certain situations where FELTG hosts, the event will be held on Zoom or Teams.
Can I earn CLE credits for this class?
CLE applications are the responsibility of each attendee; FELTG does not apply for the credits on behalf of attendees. If you are seeking CLE credit, you may use the materials provided by FELTG in submission to your state bar. You may also request a certificate of completion which will contain the number of training hours attended.
- Type: Agency Direct
- Duration: Full Day
- Categories: EEO/DEIA Training, Litigation & Advocacy
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FELTG uses Zoom to broadcast our Virtual Training Institute events. Many government computers and systems allow Zoom access. If for some reason your firewall will not allow access, you’re welcome to use your personal email address to register, and to attend the sessions from your personal device.
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Can I register a teleworker?
Each event is individual registration, so the cost is the same whether the person is teleworking or in an agency facility.
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