Certified Leave Management Specialist (CLMS) Certification Practice Test

Which option accurately reflects qualified FMLA time off for bonding offered to an employee?

1. Birth of a biological child, adoption of a child, or placement of a foster child

2. Birth of a biological child, adoption of a child, placement of a foster child, and/or addition of stepchild

3. Birth of biological child, adoption of a child, or placement of a foster child and/or a child who is a ward of the state

4. None of the above

The correct answer is: Birth of a biological child, adoption of a child, or placement of a foster child

The correct option highlights the specific circumstances under which an employee is qualified for FMLA leave to bond with a child. The Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA) specifically provides eligible employees with up to 12 weeks of unpaid, job-protected leave to bond with a newborn, adopted child, or a child placed with them in foster care. This accurately reflects the law, which explicitly includes time off for the birth of a biological child, the adoption of a child, and the placement of a foster child. These situations focus on the immediate family relationships established through birth or legal processes, aligning with FMLA’s intention to promote family welfare during significant life events. The other options introduce additional scenarios that may not be covered under the standard provisions of FMLA, such as bonding with a stepchild or a ward of the state. These additions do not align directly with what the law specifies, making them less accurate in representing qualified FMLA time off for bonding. Therefore, the first option is the most precise representation of the FMLA guidelines regarding bonding leave.