Title VII prohibits employment discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex and national origin. Generally, it covers all aspects of the education program, including admissions, treatment of participants, and employment.A) Discriminatory practices prohibited; employees or applicants for employment subject to coverage. The United States investigated this complaint under Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972 and Title IV of the Civil Rights Act of 1964. Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 19641 prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, or national origin. Federal and state laws, including Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 and the California Equity in Higher Education Act, prohibit such discrimination. Sex" applies to discrimination against lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender (LGBT) persons.