Supplemental WIPA Training Programs
WIPA NTC Supplemental Training: Practical Tips and Tools for Making PASS Work Web Course - Regions 1, 2, 5, 7, 8, 10
Format: Web Course
Date(s): April 1 - May 13, 2010
Description:
This 6 week web course provides practical information on how to support a beneficiary in using a PASS. The PASS web course is made up of 3 separate lessons that not only cover the critical details about PASS you need to know, but also provide you the tools you need to be effective in supporting beneficiaries in using PASS. All together, the 3 lessons will cover the core PASS concepts & requirements, provide you tools and tips for assisting beneficiaries developing, requesting and maintaining a PASS, and provide you with the details about how PASS interacts with other public benefits and work incentives.
During this training you will learn:
1. How to identify when someone is a good PASS candidate
2. The purpose of each question on the PASS application and tips for how
to effectively answer each question
3. Simple techniques for putting together a PASS budget
4. The process for submitting a PASS and proactive ways to work with a
PASS Specialist
5. Tools and techniques to support beneficiaries in maintaining a PASS
6. How PASS interacts with other benefits
Registration Information:
Who can attend this training?
This supplemental web course is open to all WIPA project staff, SSA Demonstration project staff, and community partners who have participated in the CWIC Initial Training and successfully completed the CWIC assessment and certification process. Individuals successfully completing CWIC Recertification or Provisional Certification are also included in this group.
To be eligible to participate in this training, all registrants must be provisionally or fully CWIC certified, or recertified!
All WIPA Project Directors and Managers are also encouraged to participate regardless of their certification status.
Please note: While registration is open to all, WIPA project staff will be prioritized. We will do our best to accommodate all those wishing to attend. Space is limited to 50 participants, so please register early! (In the event that we are not able to accommodate your request to participate due to space, please note that the NTC will be offering this training once again in Fall 2010.)
How do I register?
Click on the link below to register for this training:
http://www.vcu-ntc.org/registration/training/index.cfm
A message will appear immediately following your completion of the registration form that your registration was received successfully.
Once registration is closed, all individuals will be notified via email as to whether or not their participation in the session is confirmed. If you are confirmed to attend, you will receive an email message providing detailed information on training session logistics.
Any questions or support needs regarding registration for this training can be directed to Julie Schall at 804.827.0741or jaschall@vcu.edu.
We look forward to your participation in this important training event!
