Industry-Leading Certifications in Workers' Compensation & Absence Management
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Workers' Compensation Courses
Master the complexities of workers’ compensation with
our comprehensive training programs
WC101
Introduction to California Workers' Compensation Claims
Master the fundamentals of workers’ compensation claims processing and management
- 8 hours
- 8 Lessons
- Master fundamentals of workers' compensation
- Earn 8 hours of SHRM and HRCI credits
- Learn at your own pace with an easy-to-follow format
Who is this for?
Great for anyone exploring workers' comp or seeking to understand California’s claims system — including HR, benefits, insurance, and medical professionals.
$199
CPWC
Claims Practitioner in Workers' Compensation (CPWC)
Comprehensive training program with multiple specialized courses for claims professionals
- 120 hours
- 24 courses
- Multiple specialized certification courses
- Flexible course selection and pacing
- Professional CPWC credential upon completion
Who is this for?
Covers required hours to become a CA work comp adjuster. Great for career starters, WC admins, insurers, TPAs, and adjusters seeking CE or certification.
Starting at $119
WCSIP
California Self-Insured Exam Prep
Comprehensive preparation for the California Self-Insured
Administrator Exam
- 18 hours
- 12 Lessons
- Study tools and downloadable resources
- Real exam strategies and test-taking tips
- The flexibility to study at your own pace
Who is this for?
This advanced prep course helps adjusters pass the state exam required for handling self-insured claims.
$395
WCLP
Workers' Compensation for Legal Professionals
Specialized training for attorneys and legal professionals in workers’ compensation law
- 133 hours
- 26 courses
- Earn California MCLE Credit
- Build Legal Fluency in Workers' Comp
- 3 Year Knowledge in Under a Year
Who is this for?
New WC attorneys often need training after passing the bar. This course helps them reach a 3-year skill level in just 1 year. Used by both individuals and law firms.
Starting at $99
Leave & HR Management Courses
Navigate complex leave laws and disability management with confidence
DMCS
Micro-Credential
Disability Management Compliance Specialist
A practical compliance framework for navigating ADA/FEHA, FMLA/CFRA, PDL, and workers’ comp overlap in California.
- 14 hours
- 6 Lessons
- 13.25 SHRM/HRCI credits
- Navigate California's "disability lanes" with confidence
- Learn a repeatable interactive process framework
- Apply documentation best practices immediately
Who is this for?
HR professionals, leave administrators, and supervisors handling accommodations in California, including anyone considering CPDM who wants a faster start.
$349
CPDM
Complete Certification
Certified Professional in Disability Management
Comprehensive, nationally recognized certification for building and managing Integrated Disability and Absence Management programs.
- 54 hours
- 3 courses
- 53.25 SHRM/HRCI credits
- Build strategic IDAM programs from the ground up
- Master return-to-work, analytics, and complex case management
- Earn a nationally recognized professional credential
Who is this for?
HR professionals ready for comprehensive professional certification recognized across all 50 states.
$1,480
Proven Outcomes: Why Professionals Choose IEA
Expertise with Impact
Expert-Led, Real-World Applicable: Learn from seasoned industry leaders, gaining practical, actionable knowledge for complex Workers’ Comp & HR challenges.
Clear Path to Career Advancement
Accelerate Your Career Growth: IEA certifications are recognized nationwide, equipping you to excel, secure promotions, and advance in competitive industries.
Flexible Learning,
Your Way
Adaptable Learning, Designed for You: Access comprehensive courses and resources anytime, anywhere, seamlessly fitting into your demanding professional life.
Led by Industry Innovators
Industry-Practitioner Designed: Benefit from curriculum developed and refined by experts with deep, firsthand experience in Workers’ Comp and HR.
Skills That Drive Results
Master Practical, Job-Ready Skills: Gain immediately applicable skills and strategies that translate directly to improving your daily performance and problem-solving.
A Legacy of Trust & Excellence
Proven & Trusted Since 1876: Join thousands of professionals who have relied on IEA’s legacy of excellence in training for over a century.
Our Commitment: Industry-Recognized Excellence
Partnered with Sullivan on Comp, the most comprehensive and up-to-date digital resource on California workers’ compensation law.
IEA Training is recognized by SHRM to offer Professional Development Credits (PDC) for SHRM-CP® or SHRM-SCP® recertification activities.
HR Certification Institute’s® hrci.org official seal confirms that IEA Training meets the criteria for pre-approved recertification credit(s) for any of HRCI’s eight credentials, including SPHR® and PHR®.
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