Universal credit - an introduction
Universal credit is the main working age, means-tested benefit for people in Scotland and throughout the UK.
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3 Sep 2025
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31 Mar 2026
Courses
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Benefits overview
This two-morning course provides an overview of the benefits system and examines how the system fits together.
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16 Oct 2025
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12 Feb 2026
Benefits for non-EEA nationals
This standard level course offers an opportunity for advisers to gain knowledge and confidence to advise non-European nationals on how their immigration status affects their entitlement to benefits.
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21 Oct 2025
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11 Feb 2026
Pension age disability payment
Pension age disability payment (PADP) is replacing attendance allowance as the main disability benefit for people living in Scotland who have reached pension age.
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6 Nov 2025
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19 Feb 2026
Universal credit - complex needs status
This two-morning online training course explains how the universal credit (UC) ‘Complex Needs’ rules work, who is covered, and what this should mean for UC claimants. It also covers how you can ensure the Department for Work and Pensions recognises ‘Complex Needs’ status.
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10 Nov 2025
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9 Mar 2026
Benefits for EEA nationals - advanced
This advanced level course looks in detail at the social security rights of EEA nationals in the UK. It provides an opportunity for advisers who are familiar with some of the more commonly occurring scenarios to focus on specific complex areas and recent significant developments.
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20 Nov 2025
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4 Mar 2026
Benefit basics in Scotland
You do not need to be a benefit expert to make a difference. This course is for anyone working with people in Scotland on low incomes or with additional needs.
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1 Dec 2025
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17 Mar 2026