Corporate Compliance

Whistleblower Laws and Protections

You see misconduct in the workplace.  Who do you tell? What happens if you’re wrong? What happens if you’re right, but say nothing? In this course, learners will explore whistleblowing – what it is, key US laws and acts, and common examples of misconduct. The course ends with how to raise a concern internally and externally. 

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CEU Credits: 0.1
Course Code: CCL-128
Duration: 15 mins
Skill Level: Basic
Language: English
Final Exam: Yes
Certification: Yes
Version: V1.0
Effective Date: 08/04/2025

Curriculum for this course

Course Introduction
What is Whistleblowing?
Why Whistleblowing is Critical?
Commitment to Ethical Conduct
Core principles of US Whistleblower Protection
False Claims Act (FCA)
Sarbanes-Oxley Act (SOX)
Dodd-Frank Wall Street Reform and Consumer Protection Act
The Role of the FDA
Types of Misconduct
Other Compliance Breaches
Internal Reporting Channels
External Reporting Channels
What to Include in a Report
Protection Against Retaliation
Summary
Test Your Knowledge
v1.0 Course released on 10/28/2025

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