💼 Employee Benefits
Explore the programs, regulations, roles, and credentials that shape employer-sponsored benefits in the United States.
📘 What This Sector Covers
Employee Benefits focuses on the design, funding, administration, and compliance of employer-sponsored benefit programs. This includes health insurance, retirement plans, wellness programs, voluntary benefits, and leave policies.
Unlike HR & Total Rewards, which covers compensation, performance management, and workforce strategy, the Employee Benefits sector is centered on insurance, plan design, compliance, and vendor management.
🧩 Core Employee Benefits Concepts
These foundational topics help professionals understand how benefits programs are structured and regulated.
- 🏥 Health Plan Basics — Medical, dental, vision, funding models, and cost-sharing.
- 📜 Benefits Compliance Essentials — ERISA, ACA, HIPAA, COBRA, and reporting requirements.
- 💰 Retirement Plan Basics — 401(k), 403(b), pensions, fiduciary duties, and plan governance.
- 🎓 The Benefits Credentialing Landscape — CEBS, GBA, RPA, HSA certifications, and more.
