Scottish social security - an introduction

About this course

This course provides an introduction to benefits delivered by Social Security Scotland. It is aimed at advisers and other workers who have little or no knowledge of these benefits.   

The course covers:

• What benefits are delivered by Social Security Scotland
• Who is entitled to Scottish social security benefits
• The latest on Scottish disability and carer benefits
• What is next on the Scottish benefit agenda

This course will be delivered online via Zoom from 10am to 1pm with a half hour break from 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.