Benefits Plus Learning Center

This advanced course will cover how an SSI or SSDI beneficiary’s benefit is affected when returning to work. Designed for social service and legal professionals. Approved for 2.5 contact hours for LMSWs, LCSWs, and LMHCs, and 2.5 clock hours for OASAS. Register: https://brnw.ch/21x1PCI

Join this training to learn the differences and similarities between SSI and SSDI and how to identify which benefit an individual is receiving. Find out how the Social Security Administration (SSA) determines whether someone meets the criteria for adult disability, and the eligibility criteria for SSI and SSDI. Designed for social service and legal professionals. Approved for 2.5 contact hours for LMSWs, LCSWs, and LMHCs, and 2.5 clock hours for OASAS. Register: https://brnw.ch/21x1Hwb

Learn how the Medicaid Spenddown program works, who is eligible, how to calculate the spenddown amount, and how to apply for and renew Medicaid spenddown. Designed for social service professionals. Approved for 2 contact hours for LMSWs, LCSWs, and LMHCs, and 2 clock hours for OASAS. Register: https://brnw.ch/21x1nTP

Medicaid eligibility, budgeting, and application procedures vary based on household demographics. Learn who qualifies and how to apply through the NY State of Health Marketplace, as well as through the local Medicaid office. Approved for 2 contact hours for LMSWs, LCSWs, and LMHCs, and 2 clock hours for OASAS.
https://brnw.ch/21x1j5N

Our spring 2026 online training season starts on April 7. Join us for courses like Medicaid 101, CityFHEPS Deconstructed, One Shot Deals, & much more. Register: https://brnw.ch/21x0GBb

Explore our winter public benefits and housing training series that runs now through March 19, 2026: https://brnw.ch/21x0w91

In this workshop, social service and legal professionals can learn about what Medicaid waivers are and why they matter for people with disabilities. Register: https://brnw.ch/21x0uJd

Starting March 1, 2026, NYC SNAP recipients who are considered Able-Bodied Adults Without Dependents (ABAWDs) need to meet work requirements unless they qualify for an exemption. Learn more: https://brnw.ch/21x0jxt

Nearly all adult Cash Assistance recipients must participate in some form of work-related activity. This training for social service and legal professionals will cover the evaluation of employability, the assessment and assignment processes, the right to supportive services, the right to engage in education and training, and the sanction process. Register: https://brnw.ch/21x0buy

Learn about the different types of housing in NYC, including rent-controlled, rent stabilized, J51, 421a, and unregulated housing. Review tenants’ rights across NYS enacted through the Housing Stability and Tenant Protection Act, including who is covered by the 2024 Good Cause Law. Register here: https://brnw.ch/21x05JE