Carer support payment

Carer support payment is a new Scottish benefit which has replaced carer’s allowance in Scotland. This course updates you on the main rules, and how these are different from carer’s allowance, to help you...

Benefit basics in Scotland

ou 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. You will learn the basics of social security and be...

Social security law update

Social security law can change from day to day and advisers need to keep abreast of developments to advise their clients correctly. Arranged under topic headings and concentrating on regulations and caselaw...

Transferring to Scottish disability benefits

A system of Scottish disability benefits is replacing personal independence payment (PIP), disability living allowance (DLA) and attendance allowance (AA) for people living in Scotland. Child disability payment...

Emergency first aid at work (SCQF6)

This classroom based course consists of practical and theoretical activities, and covers a range of subjects including:responsibilities and reporting resuscitation and AED awarenessburnsassessment of the...

HR service: Employers' network meeting

Our network meetings are informal and informative. There's plenty of opportunity to interact and discuss topics with your peers, as well as get updates from SCVO's HR team and any guest speakers we...

Looking up the law

Build your skills with this practical course on effective legal research for benefit casework. Competent casework starts by knowing the right questions to ask your client. Whether you are helping clients decide...

Adapt and develop your management skills: managing people in the modern world

The world we live and work in is changing at an ever increasing pace. Both employees and clients have different expectations and needs to those of 12 months ago, with much going online and remote management...

Universal credit - an introduction

Universal credit is the main working age, means-tested benefit for people in Scotland and throughout the UK. It was intended to simplify the social security system and provide an incentive to work, but its...

SCVO member only: making the most of your membership

During this one-hour online meeting, hear from our Chief Executive Anna Fowlie, meet our membership team and find out more about your membership benefits from SCVO colleagues! We really want to hear your views...