Surplus Earnings in Universal Credit
Who is this course for?
This course is for experienced local Citizens Advice advisers with a thorough understanding of Universal Credit who are advising UC claimants who may be affected by the surplus earnings rule.
Aims
This e-learning module will provide advisers with an understanding of the surplus earnings rule. It will particularly focus on understanding the impact payments under the self-employment income support scheme can have on Universal Credit awards.
Objectives
At the end of this course you will:
- Recognise when the surplus earnings rules come into play
- Understand how to calculate the UC award in Assessment Periods affected
- Understand the steps UC claimants need to take to preserve their UC entitlement
Event Dates
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15th September 2020
10:00 am - 11:30 am