Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA): Federal law establishing standards for wage, overtime pay, recordkeeping, and youth employment in both private and government sectors. Critical for determining if placement qualifies as educational vs employment relationship.
Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA): Federal civil rights law prohibiting discrimination against individuals with disabilities, ensuring reasonable accommodations in vocational training programs.
Title VII of the Civil Rights Act: Federal law prohibiting discrimination in educational and employment settings based on race, color, religion, sex, and national origin.
Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA): Federal law designed to strengthen and improve public workforce system and help Americans with significant barriers to employment.
Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA): Federal law protecting privacy of student education records, crucial when educational institutions are involved in vocational placement.
DOL Fact Sheet #71: Department of Labor guidelines specifically addressing internship programs and training requirements under FLSA.
State Labor Laws: Various state-specific regulations governing employment, training, and vocational education that may exceed federal requirements.
Workers' Compensation Laws: State-specific laws determining insurance requirements and coverage for individuals in vocational placements.
OSHA Regulations: Occupational Safety and Health Administration requirements ensuring safe and healthful working conditions during vocational training.
Immigration Regulations: Federal laws governing student visas and work authorization for non-U.S. citizens participating in vocational programs.
