Today Advice NI launched a structured ‘wiseradviser money advice training programme’ to equip advisors in voluntary advice organisations, credit unions, student unions and other public and private sector bodies with the skills to help people with their debt problems.
The training covers all aspects of dealing with debt from household budgeting right through to debt management programmes, individual voluntary arrangements and bankruptcy. Courses offered include:
- Dealing with Mortgage and Rent Arrears
- Utility Debt
- Debt
- Mental Health and Debts
- Courts in NI
"All too often people find themselves in debt and feel they have no-one to turn to. They can often feel isolated and ashamed and even severely depressed or suicidal. Local advice agencies are there to help and through this unique programme Advice NI will offer advisors the blend of skills and expertise to do so effectively. After completing this programme of training advisors will be able to support and guide people through the complexity of their debt situation and appropriate action depending on their individual circumstances – help them get on top of their debts and take control of their lives again."
Bob Stronge, Director of Advice NI
The money advice provided by local advice agencies is confidential, free and independent.
Speaking at the launch of the wiseradviser programme, John Hinds, Head of Policy and Legislation (Consumer Affairs) with the Department of Enterprise Trade and Investment said that DETI supports the wiseradviser training programme:
"DETI are very pleased to be associated with the wiseradviser money advice training programme. This is an important element in ensuring that people experiencing debt receive the best possible debt advice service from the advice sector. We welcome the fact that the training has been developed in partnership with generous support from the Money Advice Trust. We are also delighted to see a joined up approach with Citizens Advice for future training development which will see a better outcome for consumers."
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