Who is the training for and what will I learn?
This 45-minute online course (using Teams) aims to give frontline workers an introductory overview of Carer's Allowance and Carer Support Payment
This course is aimed at non-welfare benefits advice roles.
By the end of the session, you should be able to:
- understand who may be eligible for Carer's Allowance and Carer Support Payment
- understand how and when to apply for Carer's Allowance and Carer Support Payment
- know when someone may receive Underlying Entitlement to Carer's Allowance and Carer Support Payment
- how Carer's Allowance and Carer Support Payment can affect other benefits (positively and negatively)
- know when to signpost for specialist advice
- have some strategies for starting the conversation about claiming benefits with people who you work with.
Upcoming sessions
April
Sign up for Wednesday 16 April, 11:30am - 12:15pm
Sign up for Wednesday 30 April, 11:15am - 12pm
May
Sign up for Tuesday 6 May, 2:15pm - 3pm
Sign up for Tuesday 27 May, 12pm - 12:45pm