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Take your career to the next level with professional certifications in Workers’ Compensation, Disability & Absence Management—key areas that impact HR, compliance, and workforce strategy. Gain the credentials that set you apart in managing leave, reducing risk, and ensuring compliance with employment laws.
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Certified Professional in Disability and Absence Management
CPDM
Enhance compliance, reduce costs, and improve workforce productivity with industry-leading expertise in disability and absence management. Master FMLA, ADA, return-to-work strategies, and more—earn your CPDM certification today!
Indemnity Adjusters: Claims Practitioner in Workers' Compensation
CPWC
Fulfill California’s 120-hour training requirement for new indemnity adjusters with expert instruction in workers’ compensation. Gain practical skills in claim handling, benefits, medical control, and dispute resolution.
Medical Only Adjusters: Claims Practitioner in Workers’ Compensation
CPWC-MO
Complete California’s 50-hour training for medical-only adjusters with focused instruction on claims handling, treatment authorization, and compliance—earn your CPWC-MO certification and manage claims with confidence!
Medical Bill Reviewer: Claims Practitioner in Workers’ Compensation
CPWC-MBR
Meet California’s 30-hour training requirement for medical bill reviewers with specialized instruction in billing regulations, fee schedules, and utilization review—earn your CPWC-MBR certification and ensure accurate, compliant payments!
Workers' Compensation for Legal Professionals
WCLP
Master California workers’ compensation law with this on-demand program for legal professionals. Build expertise in statutes, procedures, and case law—enhance your practice and navigate claims with confidence!
California Self-Insured Exam Prep Course
WCSIP
Prepare for California’s Self-Insured Administrator Exam with focused, on-demand training. Review key regulations, reporting, and claims handling—build confidence and pass the test with expert-backed guidance!
Introduction to Workers' Compensation Claims
WC101
Introduction to California Workers’ Compensation Claims provides a foundational understanding of workers' compensation, covering key concepts such as benefits, claims processes, employer responsibilities, and legal considerations.
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The CPDM certification gave me the knowledge and confidence to build better programs, support employees, and create a more inclusive workplace. It’s a game-changer for HR professionals looking to grow.
Jasmine M.
ADA Accommodations Senior Specialist
What do students have to say?
I highly recommend taking CPDM as it is an exceptional course with great instructors. It was a wonderful experience and I would suggest it to anyone looking for quality education.
Former Student
CPDM
IEA helped launch my career in Workers’ Comp by facilitating my completion of necessary courses. I secured a job with the city of Los Angeles and am now thriving in my profession. Grateful for their support.
Former Student
WCCA
I greatly appreciated the teachers and how they have helped me grow. The process of taking their courses is simple and streamlined, which makes it much easier to complete them quickly.
Former Student
WCCA & WCCP
Real life and ambiguous examples and the time to work through them was a good way to practice the content/theory. Breakout groups were very helpful.
Bianca O
The presenter was great and the content was very relevant and interesting.
Unknown User
The information was well organized and easy to understand. The interactive learning activities along the way were a great way to keep the reader engaged and remember the material as the course progressed.
Bianca O
Instructor did a great job to keep students engaged while also making sure we learned and understood relevant topics to be prepared for a real Claims Examiner position.
Alex Fazeli
Claims Examiner / Work Comp, ICW Group
IEA’s CPWC certification has been a great training solution for our new hires. Meeting the required 120 hours of instruction and statutory topics in an On-demand turn-key program has made my job so much easier.
Dan Henley
Claims Training Supervisor, EMPLOYERS® Insurance
I liked and appreciated that it was a self-paced program, which allowed me to complete it according to my schedule. I received my CPWC through IEA in less than 6 months.
Rupee Atwal
Workers’ Compensation Manager, Pridestaff
The instructor was very educational, helpful, and present during the entirety of the course. The IEA portal and platform is very easy to navigate and use. The team is quick with emailing back. 10/10 experience.
George Y.
Choose your learning path
Workers’ Compensation
The Workers’ Compensation Learning Path is designed to equip professionals with the essential knowledge and skills needed to navigate the complexities of California workers’ compensation claims and processes. Whether you are new to the field or looking to deepen your expertise, this path offers a comprehensive suite of training programs for end to end career development.
Key points
- Understand essential workers' compensation laws and regulations.
- Strategies for effective communication with stakeholders
- Master the processes involved in claims management
- Insights into risk management and loss control.
- Understanding medical and legal terminology
- Tools for analyzing and improving claims outcomes.
- Ensure compliance with state and federal laws.
- Stay compliant with California State requirements for adjusters
Disability and Absence Management
The Disability and Absence Management Learning Path is tailored for professionals seeking to specialize in managing disability claims and employee absence programs. This path offers a thorough understanding of the laws, practices, and strategies involved in total absence management, helping you to support employees while ensuring organizational efficiency. Whether managing short-term, long-term, or intermittent leave, you’ll learn to navigate the complexities of compliance and develop strategies that benefit both the organization and its workforce.
Key points
- Master key laws like FMLA and ADA.
- Learn from seasoned industry professionals.
- Flexible learning options that fit your schedule.
- Advance your career in HR, benefits, and risk management.
- Earn a nationally recognized certification.
- Tailored courses for both beginners and professionals.
- Apply knowledge through real-world case studies.
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