Student Claims – 1 day

About this course:

This course is designed to provide delegates with a comprehensive understanding of rules surrounding HB/CTB claims from students. It is supported by group discussion, practical exercises and a desk aid.

Learning outcome:

At the end of this course entrants will be able to identify students who are eligible to claim HB/CTB and how to assess student loans/bursaries.

Suitable for:

• Experienced assessors
• Team Leaders

Content:

Definition of ‘student’ for HB/CTB purposes

• Full time versus part time
• Eligibility to claim
• Eligible and Non eligible students
• Student nurses
• Students with 2 homes
• Rent liability
• Council tax

Students’ funding

• Further education
• Higher education
• Healthcare
• Initial teacher training
• Social work
• Postgraduates
• Miscellaneous income
• Disabled students

Assessing HB/CTB claims

• The academic year
• The period of study
• Disregards
• Assessing loans
• Application of the loan
• Step-by step guide
• Assessing healthcare students

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