Introduction to Debt Advice (South London)

This course, offered in partnership with the NXG Trust, provides and overview of the debt advice process and helps staff support tenants and service users with debt problems.

By the end of the course participants will:

• Understand the process of effective debt management;
• Know which debts are priority and which are non-priority;
• Have an overview of liability for debt including the Statute of Limitations Act;
• Understand how to effectively maximise income;
• Know how to prepare a financial statement;
• Be able to calculate pro-rata offers to creditors;
• Understand how to deal with common problems with creditors;
• Know what national resources (including face to face, telephone and online) are available to help clients deal with debt and when it is appropriate to refer to them;
• Have access to support regarding any debt advice related question for 12 months after the course.

This course is relevant to anyone who works with clients with debt problems.
It is a practical course, delivered using a combination of trainer presentation, group work and exercises, case studies, group discussion and games.

This course has been accredited by the Solicitors Regulation Authority and is relevant to anyone who works with claimants of working age.

Please read the attached BTCTerms document (see Documents tab above) before booking. By completing the online form, you are agreeing to our Terms & Conditions.

Any problems booking or other questions, please contact ali@benefitstraining.co.uk