Maricopa Community Colleges  HSA114   20084-99999 
Official Course Description: MCCCD Approval: 06/24/08
HSA114 20084-99999 LEC 3 Credit(s) 3 Period(s)
Assistance Applications
Overview of Federal and State policies and procedures for determining food stamps eligibility, Aid to Families of Dependent Children/Cash Assistance, and Medical Assistance referrals. Includes introduction to eligibility and medical assistance referral process, interviewing techniques, initial applications and forms processing
Prerequisites: None.
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MCCCD Official Course Competencies:
 
HSA114   20084-99999 Assistance Applications
1. Use mandatory computer screens for determinations. (I)
2. Demonstrate ability to enter various types of applications. (I)
3. Explain applicant's rights and responsibilities. (II)
4. Describe stages of the interview process. (II)
5. List items to be explained to the client during the different types of interviews. (II)
6. Explain the dynamics and objectives of the client interview. (II)
7. Collect required information to complete necessary applications. (II, III)
8. Complete interview applications and related forms. (II, III)
9. Identify various forms that must be completed for food stamps, Aid to Families of Dependent Children/Cash Assistance (AFDC) and Medical Assistance (MA) eligibility. (III)
10. Compare and contrast transfer of resources. (IV)
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MCCCD Official Course Outline:
 
HSA114   20084-99999 Assistance Applications
    I. Systems Overview
        A. Handbook
        B. Computer Terminal
          1. Screens
          2. Resolutions
          3. List Codes
          4. Menus
        C. Guide System
        D. Keying
          1. Initial Applications
          2. Recertification Application
          3. Changes
      II. Interview Techniques
          A. Definitions/Terminology
          B. Guide
            1. Section
            2. Procedures
          C. Explanations
            1. Benefits Brochure
            2. Applications
            3. Medical Assistance Eligibility/Referral
            4. Rights for Fair Hearing
            5. Change Reporting Requirements
            6. Employment and Training Program
            7. Consequences of Fraud/Misrepresentation
            8. Assignment of Rights
          D. Stages
            1. History
            2. During Interview
            3. Ending Interview
            4. Documentation
        III. Forms Completion
            A. Additional Information Requests
            B. Save Verification Procedures
            C. Form SS5
            D. Employment and Training Referrals
            E. Best Estimate/Conversion
            F. Sixth Omnibus Reconciliation Act (SOBRA)
            G. Household Compensation
            H. Workbook Interview
            I. Case Record History
            J. Assistance Payment Information
              1. Food Stamps
              2. Aid to Families of Dependent Children (AFDC)/Cash Assistance
              (CA) HS.Medical Assistance
            K. Death/Birth Verification
          IV. Transfer of Resources
              A. Within Project Area
              B. Outside Project Area
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