Social Security Disability Training for Non-Attorney Representatives
Master Social Security Claims Processing for Non-Attorneys
Who This Training is For
Our courses offer practical training for attorneys, legal assistants, paralegals, and future advocates seeking to develop professional-level skills in Social Security disability claims representation. Our business-focused approach to training also enables you to work within a firm or as a fully independent advocacy service.
What will I learn?
- The complete Social Security disability process from client interview to final decision.
- How to apply the Sequential and Vocational Analysis evaluation framework.
- The Case Processing workflow: Assessment, intake, evidence gathering, case strategies, argument creation, billing, and appeals.
- Recognizing and requesting critical medical evidence.
- Identifying case strengths, weaknesses, and red flags.
- ALJ Gearings ‘ preparation and evidence presentation.
- SSA Fee Structure and Billing.
- Non-attorney representative rules and compliance.
This training covers both the technical disability process and the practical business skills needed to handle cases effectively as an independent representative or within a firm.
Why This Training is Different
- 40 years of real-world experience handling complex Social Security disability cases.
- Unique case strategies developed from actual client representation, not theory.
- Dual focus: technical case processing and business practices for independent practice.
- Practical workflows you can apply immediately in a firm or solo practice.
- A deep dive into understanding exactly how SSA evaluates every claim.
- Our exclusive Key-point Extraction techniques eliminate the need for a medical background when evaluating medical evidence.
- Training on four adjudicative levels – Initial, Reconsideration, Administrative Law Judge, and an introduction to the Appeal Counsel process.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do I need prior experience with disability claims?
No – This training is designed for everyone from beginners to experienced advocates and legal professionals. You’ll start with the fundamentals of case processing and build up to advanced strategies with confidence. Our step-by-step approach and 40 years of real-world insights make complex concepts clear and actionable, so you can master disability claims work regardless of your starting point.
Can I use this training to start my own service?
Absolutely. Our program is specifically designed for those who wish to create an independent advocacy service. You’ll learn both the technical case processing skills and essential business practices needed to build a profitable claims service.
How long does training take to complete?
The course is self-paced with unlimited access for one full year. You can complete the core training in four to eight weeks, depending on your training schedule.
What is the fee paid for disability representatives?
A representative can earn up to the Social Security limit of $9200 per successful case. Actual fees vary depending on case processing time and work required for a successful outcome.
Is there a SSA-recognized national certification for representatives?
Yes. SSA offers a certification examination for national certification. This certification allows you to be paid directly by Social Security rather than billing the client. To sit for this exam, you must have the required years of experience representing cases or a degree in any field.
Do you offer representative-specific case management software?
Yes. We offer our exclusive Olivia Prime case management software that is specifically designed for operating a representative service from home or office.
Do you offer payment plans?
Yes. We offer multiple value-package training options, most of which offer a twelve-month payment plan.
How do I get started?
For advocate training only, start with our Solo Basic training program.
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