Benefits and domestic abuse

About this course

This two-morning course is aimed at those supporting women fleeing from domestic abuse.

Many women fleeing domestic violence will need to claim benefits in their own right, and for the majority of cases that will be universal credit (UC), especially if they have children.

The course covers:

• The benefits available to women fleeing domestic abuse
• How the introduction of universal credit affects these claimants
• The effect of the benefit cap on claimants
• The process for challenging decisions

The course is suitable for those with little or no benefit knowledge.

Methods of delivery and timings

This full-day equivalent, Introductory level course is delivered online via Zoom over two consecutive mornings. It runs from 10am to 1pm on each day, with a half hour break between 11.15-11.45.

It is a practical course delivered using a combination of trainer presentation, exercises and group discussion. Participants will need a Wi-Fi connection and a suitable device to access the internet. It is not recommended to join via a mobile phone.