Introduction to benefits
9.30am to 3.45pm
Dates
- Thursday 25 September 2008
- Monday 29 September 2008
- Tuesday 20 January 2009
Background
There have been radical reforms to the benefits system in recent years and more are planned. If benefits are something new to you or you need a refresher, this course will outline the current range of benefits available and where and how to claim them. It will give you a basic understanding of the benefits system that you can build on by attending the more detailed courses in the programme.
Aims
To provide an overview of the range of benefits and tax credits available to your service users and how to claim them
To enable you to provide basic advice and recognise when, how and where to refer for specialist advice
Contents
- What benefits are available and where to claim them
- Means tested, non means tested and disability benefits
- How means testing works
- Contact details for specialist advice
Suitable for
Anyone who works with people on low incomes or who needs a basic understanding of how the benefits system works.
No prior knowledge required.
What participants said last year
“Excellent. It has increased my knowledge of benefits to a point that it makes me feel confident to answer questions.”
“Enjoyed the exercises and well delivered by both trainers”
“Great introduction and overview”
This page was last updated on 30 July 2008
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