Universal credit in work

About this course

Universal credit is intended to make work pay. This course explains how universal credit can support people in work, whether full-time, part-time or variable hours.

The course covers:

• Incentives to work for all client groups, including parents, carers and disabled people. 
• How wages affect universal credit and questions about expenses, back pay, compensation payments or other lump sums.
• When is someone ‘earning enough’ so they are not required to look for more work
• What happens to universal credit during maternity, sickness or other leave, or if laid off, suspended from work or on strike    

This course is aimed at advisers and support workers who have little or no knowledge of benefits. It is suitable for union representatives, employability advisers or HR staff and anyone who supports people in work. 

The course will be delivered online via Zoom from 10am to 1pm.  

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.