Benefits Plus Learning Center: Cash Assistance Rental Subsidy Program: FHEPS – 2 CEU

The Family Homelessness and Eviction Prevention Supplement (FHEPS) is a rental subsidy for families with children in NYC who are on Cash Assistance (CA).  In this course, we will briefly review key elements of the CA program, including how household size is determined and how income is calculated. We will cover FHEPS eligibility and the FHEPS benefit package, including how the FHEPS subsidy and rent share are calculated.

Please Note: This course will not cover how to fill out a FHEPS application or all eligibility factors of the CA program. Additionally, this course will not cover the CityFHEPS program.  For information on the differences between FHEPS and CityFHEPS, click here.

Cash Assistance for Beginners is a recommended prerequisite for all eligibility factors of the Cash Assistance program.

Target Audience: Social service and legal professionals with knowledge of Cash Assistance who want to help Cash Assistance recipients understand the FHEPS program.

This course is accredited by the NYS:

• • Education Department’s State Board for Social Work for LMSW/LCSW (#SW-0213) and LMHC (#MHC-0247) for 2.0 contact hours.
  • Office of Addiction Services and Supports (OASAS) (ETP-#1456) CPP Initial/Renewal, CPS Initial/Renewal, CASAC Renewal for 2.0 clock hours.

Benefits Plus Learning Center designs and offers high-quality training opportunities that equip professionals to effectively navigate public benefit and housing programs. Our courses provide practical knowledge, advocacy skills, and access to government contacts, helping you cut through the red tape.