The Nuts and Bolts of SSI/SSDI
In-Person Event | This course is completed
Learn the differences between Supplemental Security Income (SSI) and Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) and how to identify which benefit an individual is receiving. The course will teach you who qualifies for each of these respective programs and how the two programs coordinate for those individuals who are in receipt of both benefits. You will learn about the application procedures, including a description of the disability determination process. You will also learn how to apply for these benefits.
Target Audience: Social service and legal professionals seeking to help unravel SSI and SSDI benefits for their clients.
3 contact hours are available for NYS Licensed Social Workers.
Certificates will be issued at the end of the training upon submission of a completed training evaluation and full payment of the training.
Leslie Bailey
Director of Training, Benefits Plus Learning Center
Leslie Bailey, specializing in public benefit programs for over 25 years, oversees all aspects of the Benefits Plus Learning Center training program; from facilitating courses, to designing new courses to the implementation of the continuing education program. She focuses on cash benefit programs such as SSI, SSDI and Cash Assistance and food programs, as well as programs that provide support to working families like child care.
She has authored several chapters for the Learning Center’s premier publication Benefits Plus Online.
Leslie began her career providing benefit counseling to low-income families and individuals. She holds a social work degree from Lehman College.
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