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PIP claims and mandatory reconsiderations

Learn about the process for making a claim for Personal Independence Payment (PIP) or requesting a mandatory reconsideration.

Course summary

This course will cover key aspects of Personal Independence Payment (PIP) regulations, relevant case law and how to apply these rules in practice.

You'll study realistic examples and gain confidence in your ability to help claimants achieve the best available outcome.

Course information

Level: Introductory (Level 3)

Face to face training

  • Available for: Groups
  • Duration: One day
  • CPD points: Pending

Live webinar

  • Available for: Groups
  • Duration: Two half day sessions
  • CPD points: Pending

Group bookings

You can book this course for groups.

Contact us about group bookings

What this course covers

Face to face and webinar training includes:

  • key legislative provisions, case law and how to apply this

  • obtaining and presenting evidence in support of your clients claim

  • making an effective request for mandatory reconsideration

  • consideration of whether to appeal to the First-tier Tribunal or make a second subsequent claim

  • the importance of claim and decision dates

What you'll learn

At the end of this training, you'll be able to:

  • make effective use of PIP regulations and key caselaw

  • advise on how to apply with the best possible chance of a positive outcome

  • advise on how to obtain and use evidence effectively

  • advise and assist in making an effective mandatory reconsideration request

Who this training is for

You don't need any prior knowledge of Personal Independence Payment for this course.

You might be in a role where you give welfare benefit advice or help people with applications.

Continuing Professional Development

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