Benefits made simple
Welfare benefits law is complex and ever‑changing.
Our high quality, learner-centred courses will simplify the social security system allowing you to guide your clients, colleagues and service users through the information maze.
BOOK FOR YOUBOOK FOR YOUR TEAMIn this month’s
Benefitscast
David, Will and Lindsay discuss: ESA claimants who miss the deadline for migrating to Universal Credit; The transitional SDP element; Official error and any time revisions; LCW and WCA reassessment delays; The managed payment to landlords; UC and arrears of benefits including official error cases.
This Benefitscast was recorded 26 January 2026.
Who we are
The Benefits Training Co. has delivered over 2000 courses to the advice sector over the last 12 years. All our trainers are recognised as experts in their field. Together they design and deliver welfare benefits courses and provide consultancy to national charities, local and national government, housing associations, law firms and others.
What we do
We deliver training on all areas of the social security system, online and face-to-face, to organisations, employees and volunteers who work with benefits claimants across the UK. We provide an advice service to all our course participants for at least 12 months after their course.
Why choose us
- We offer 12 months inclusive post-course access to expert benefits advice and support
- Our team of trainers is specialist in both benefits and training
- Our courses are accessible, inclusive and fun.
Coming up
Universal Credit Overview
Monday, 09 February '26
Introduction to Welfare Benefits
Wednesday, 11 February '26
Debt Advice & Benefits
Wednesday, 04 March '26
Universal Credit Calculations (half-day)
Friday, 06 March '26
Housing Benefit
Tuesday, 10 March '26
Preparing for an Appeal Tribunal
Thursday, 12 March '26
Keep in touch
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Disability Rights UK highly recommends Benefits Training Co. courses and we actively promote them to our members. The material is always kept relevant, accessible and up-to-date. Experienced trainers, skilful design and excellent course organisation combine to make BTC the very best in the field.
Tony Stevens, Head of Development, Disability Rights UK
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