Required training
When Is Harassment Prevention Training Required in California?
The five-employee threshold is the starting point; timing, audience and trainer requirements also matter.
Written and reviewed by Roberto CoraFounder, Cora HR Advisory · Updated September 7, 2026
California employers with five or more employees generally must provide sexual harassment and abusive-conduct prevention training every two years.
Who receives what
Supervisory employees generally need at least two hours; nonsupervisory employees generally need at least one hour. New or promoted supervisors and certain seasonal or temporary employees can have shorter completion timelines.
What to track
Keep dates, duration, audience, trainer information and completion records. Make sure employees can understand the training language and examples.
Use current official guidance
Requirements can change. Confirm timing and trainer standards with the California Civil Rights Department.
- Official source: California Civil Rights Department employee training FAQ
- Official source: calcivilrights.ca.gov