Online training course

Right to work checks

Learners will explore the different types of acceptable documentation, how to perform manual, online, and IDVT (Identity Document Validation Technolog
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Overview

By the end of the course, learners will:

  • Understand the legal requirements for conducting Right to Work checks under UK immigration law.
  • Recognise the importance of verifying an individual’s eligibility to work to prevent illegal working and avoid civil penalties.
  • Identify acceptable forms of documentation and understand how to validate them correctly.
  • Develop the ability to carry out manual, online, and IDVT (Identity Document Validation Technology) checks in line with Home Office guidance.
  • Learn how to identify fraudulent documents and understand common red flags.
  • Follow correct record-keeping procedures to establish and maintain a statutory excuse.
  • Understand how to conduct checks fairly and avoid discriminatory practices during recruitment.
  • Build confidence in applying compliant, consistent Right to Work procedures within their organisation.

Certification, CPD, and Records

The CPD Certification Service has accredited all of our courses for conforming to universally accepted Continuing Professional Development (CPD) guidelines.

Course Content and Learning Outcomes

This can include a variety of tasks, such as:

  • Provide learners with a comprehensive understanding of UK right to work legislation and employer obligations.
  • Equip staff with the knowledge and practical skills required to carry out compliant checks during recruitment and employment.
  • Reduce organisational risk by ensuring accurate verification, documentation, and ongoing monitoring of the right-to-work status.
  • Promote fair, lawful, and non-discriminatory recruitment practices.

Duration and Delivery

Online 2 - 3 Hours

Assessment and Completion

The online assessment is taken on completion of the training material. You will be asked 20 multiple choice questions with a pass mark of 100%. The answers are marked automatically so you will instantly know whether you have passed. If you don’t pass don’t worry! You can take the test as many times as you need with no extra charge.

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