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Discover the essentials of asylum for Unaccompanied Minors in our specialised course – navigating age determination, the asylum process, and decisions that impact their journey. View our Unaccompanied Minors training course dates below, available remotely via Microsoft Teams. Dive into the world of asylum with our extensive ‘Unaccompanied Minors’ course. Begin by understanding the fundamental definition of asylum and its pivotal role in providing protection to vulnerable individuals. Explore the unique challenges faced by unaccompanied minors, delving into the specific considerations that shape their asylum journey. Uncover the Home Office’s meticulous methods for determining the age of unaccompanied minors, a critical factor influencing the asylum process. Gain valuable insights into the step-by-step asylum claim procedure tailored specifically for this vulnerable group, highlighting the legal intricacies involved. Navigate the intricate web of asylum decisions, examining the factors that influence outcomes for unaccompanied minors. Explore the complexities that arise when age is disputed, delving into the procedures and considerations involved in resolving such disputes. This course is designed to empower professionals and advocates with comprehensive knowledge, enabling them to navigate the unique challenges of supporting and representing unaccompanied minors within the asylum framework. Be well-equipped to make informed decisions and provide effective assistance in ensuring the well-being and protection of these young individuals.   Course joining links, materials and instructions are sent out 24hours before the course starts. Immigration Advice Service has been providing professional immigration services for over 10 years in the public, private and corporate sectors. Our fully qualified and OISC regulated trainer will guide you through the process and ensure you are competent in the area of Unaccompanied Minors. Who Should Attend: Designed for immigration Legal Practitioners, Lawyers, Solicitors, Immigration Advisors and Charities. Course Content: Brief definition of asylum Who are unaccompanied minors How Home Office determines age The process of asylum claims for unaccompanied minors Asylum decisions for unaccompanied minors What happens when age is disputed

Discover the essentials tools and knowledge for General Grounds Of Refusal with our short course. View our General Grounds Of Refusal training course dates below, available remotely via Microsoft Teams. Gain a comprehensive understanding of the critical aspects of immigration law with our course on General Grounds of Refusal. Designed to equip participants with essential knowledge and skills, this course delves into Part 9 of the Immigration Rules, providing a detailed overview of its key components. Throughout the course, participants will engage in interactive sessions, facilitated discussions, and practical exercises to reinforce their understanding of the material. By the end of the program, participants will be well-versed in the nuances of General Grounds of Refusal, equipped with the knowledge and skills necessary to navigate the complexities of immigration law confidently. Join us in this insightful journey to enhance your expertise in immigration law and ensure a solid foundation in understanding the general grounds of refusal.   Joining links and instructions are sent out 24hours before the course begins. Immigration Advice Service has been providing professional immigration services for over 10 years in the public, private and corporate sectors. Our fully qualified and OISC regulated trainer will guide you through the process and ensure you are competent in the area of Unaccompanied Minors. Who Should Attend: Designed for immigration Legal Practitioners, Lawyers, Solicitors, Immigration Advisors. Course Topics: Overview of Part 9 of the Immigration Rules:Explore the structure and content of Part 9, gaining insights into the legal framework that governs immigration decisions.Understand the significance of Part 9 in shaping the assessment process for visa applications. Limit of Application of the Rules:Examine the specific categories exempted from certain provisions within Part 9.Analyze scenarios where exceptions apply, enabling participants to navigate nuanced aspects of immigration law. Identifying Mandatory Refusals from Discretionary:Develop the ability to distinguish between mandatory and discretionary grounds for refusal.Learn how to apply legal principles to accurately assess whether a refusal is obligatory or discretionary in specific cases. Common Issues Encountered/Reasons for Refusal:Delve into real-world case studies to identify common issues encountered in immigration applications.Explore the reasons behind refusals and strategies for addressing and mitigating these issues.

A course designed for Immigration Advisors to support clients with mental health and trauma related experiences. View our Supporting Vulnerable Clients training course dates below, available remotely via Microsoft Teams. Empower yourself with the essential skills to support and advocate for vulnerable clients in our comprehensive 4 hour course on Supporting Vulnerable Clients. This course is designed to equip professionals with the knowledge and techniques needed to navigate complex situations containing , vulnerability, trauma, communication styles, and more. Moving beyond theory, this course offers participants hands-on skills practice and immersive activities to deepen their understanding of trauma and trauma responses. Join us in this engaging virtual session to elevate your ability to make a positive impact on the lives of vulnerable clients. Professionals learn to deliver disappointing news with sensitivity, navigating emotional responses such as anger, upset, and blame. Techniques for gracefully concluding conversations are explored, ensuring that participants leave with the skills to handle even the most challenging client interactions. Whilst this course is designed for Immigration Advisors, Solicitors and those working with clients in a range of capacities, this is an open course to individuals with experiences in alternative fields and available to those with an interest in attending.   Course joining links, materials and instructions are sent out 24hours before the course starts. Immigration Advice Service has been providing professional immigration services for over 10 years in the public, private and corporate sectors. Our Supporting Vulnerable Clients training course will give you all the knowledge you need about how to support clients with mental health and trauma related conditions. This an opportunity not to be missed by Immigration Advisors, Lawyers, Solicitors and Legal Professionals. Topics: What is “vulnerability” and what makes a client vulnerable? Trauma Impact of trauma on behaviour, communication Introduction to protective factors To recognise, highlight, empower Building rapport Responding to disclosures Responding with empathy Processing disclosures – emotionally and for administrative purposes Navigating uncertainty Having conversations about potential changes to the law when you don’t have the answers Managing aggression & understanding communication styles & cultural differences Delivering disappointing news Navigating expressions of emotion following this – anger, upset, blaming etc Preparing for & ending conversations Supporting yourself – looking after yourself   Session will include skills practice, & developing an understanding of trauma and trauma responses

Join our Immigration Masterclass which explores Part 9 of the Immigration Rules, Ancestry Visas and Visit Visas. View our Masterclass training course dates below, available remotely via Microsoft Teams. Immerse yourself in a deep exploration of UK immigration in our one-day “Immigration Masterclass.” Whether you’re starting your journey, a legal professional, or eager to assist others, this course is tailored for success. Covering crucial topics like Part 9 of the Immigration Rules, grounds for refusal, UK Ancestry Visa, and Visit Visas, this masterclass blends theory with real-world case studies. Gain practical skills and emerge ready to navigate UK immigration with confidence and precision. Join us for an intensive journey into the intricacies of UK immigration in a condensed, yet comprehensive masterclass.   Course joining links, materials and instructions are sent out 24hours before the course starts. Immigration Advice Service has been providing professional immigration services for over 10 years in the public, private and corporate sectors. Our fully qualified and OISC regulated trainer will guide you through the process and ensure you are competent in the area of Unaccompanied Minors. Who Should Attend: Designed for immigration Legal Practitioners, Lawyers, Solicitors, Immigration Advisors. Course Topics: Part 9 of the Immigration Rules (Grounds For Refusal) Introduction Structure of the Rules Section 1 to Section 5 of the Rules Appendix FM and Suitability Requirements Criminality o Persistent Offenders Deception Re-Entry Ban   UK Ancestry Visa Introduction Who Qualifies Commonwealth Countries Legal Requirements Adequate Maintenance Test Extension Application Dependent Application Unique settlement applications o Remedy if application is refused. List of Evidence / Documents Sample Cover Letter Case Study   Visit Visa Introduction Categories of Visitor Visa Legal Requirements What can and can’t the visitor do in the UK Extension of stay as a visitor Cancelation and Curtailment Remedy if application is refused. Sample refusal letters List of Documents/Evidence Sample Cover Letter Case Study

A how-to guide on dealing with complex Appendix FM cases and supporting clients in their situation. View the Appendix FM training course dates below, delivered via Microsoft Teams Course Overview:   This comprehensive course is a how-to guide designed for solicitors, lawyers and immigration advisors dealing with complex Appendix FM cases. If you’re seeking the knowledge and tools to navigate the intricate immigration rules concerning family members, this course is tailored to meet your needs. This half-day training workshop, will help you become an expert in this area. We’ll dive into the intricacies of various complex cases within the Appendix FM framework as well as focusing on key areas, including spouse/partner/fiancée cases, particularly addressing complex financial situations and instances where the financial requirement is not met. Additionally, we will explore the parent route, adult dependents, and situations where individuals do not meet any of the immigration rules.   Course joining links, materials and instructions are sent out 24hours before the course starts. Why choose IAS' Immigration Training Courses? Immigration Advice Service has been providing professional immigration services for over 10 years in the public, private and corporate sectors. Our FM Appendix training course will give you all the knowledge and tools you need to successfully deal with complex immigration rules dealing with family members. Our fully qualified and OISC regulated trainer will guide you through the process and ensure you are competent in family immigration rules. This an opportunity not to be missed by immigration/legal professionals.   Join over 92% of satisfied customers who found their training with IAS useful and beneficial. You will also be provided with training materials to keep after completing the course. How is this course structured? The “FM Appendix – Become an expert on this route” half-day training workshop will involve training in dealing with complex cases for: Spouse/Partner/Fiancée – Focusing on complex financial situations and when do not meet the financial requirement Parent route Adult dependants When you do not meet ANY of the Immigration rules

Exam Technique Training for OISC Level 1 The aim of the Exam Technique Training is to provide participants with a strong body of knowledge of the OISC Level 1 exam. Topics on the course include: Navigating the OISC Exam Resource Book Overview of the Syllabus for the Level 1 OISC Exam OISC competency levels What is an ‘open book’ exam? Practice mock exam questions Exam tips Q&A The course also includes the opportunity to practise a typical question under exam conditions. Following this, there will be time for collective discussion and group feedback. There is a limited capacity of 10 participants on this course so book early to avoid disappointment. The size of the course means that all individuals will have time to ask questions and learn as much as possible about how to prepare for the OISC Level 1 exam. Please note that this is an exam preparation course – not the OISC exam. We provide some of the most comprehensive immigration law training courses across the UK. This course is ideal for anyone who is preparing to take the OISC Level 1 exam. Join over 92% of satisfied customers who found their training with IAS useful and beneficial. You will also be provided with training materials to keep after completing the course.   Course joining links, materials and instructions are sent out 24hours before the course starts. How can I prepare for the OISC Level 1 exam? You can prepare independently to take the OISC Level 1 exam. If you wish to maximise your chances of a successful result, we recommend taking a training course from experienced immigration lawyers. IAS offers OISC training at Level 1, Level 2, and Level 3 and has a strong track record in assisting candidates to successfully take the exam. The OISC Level 1 exam is divided into two parts. The first part consists of multiple-choice questions, while the second part consists of a number of scenario-based questions. This Exam Technique Training course will help you to prepare to take the exam and give you the knowledge and skills you need to be successful. What is included in the OISC Level 1 Syllabus? This half-day course does not cover the full training involved in the OISC Level 1 syllabus. However, some of the topics covered in the course will be relevant. Based on the latest syllabus, published by the Office of the Immigration Services Commissioner in 2013, the OISC Level 1 Training Course covers the following: Analysis of the structures, terminology, ethical practices and frameworks of immigration law Asylum and protection law European Economic Area (EEA) free movement law British naturalisation and British citizenship registration Immigration law for businesses Immigration appeals process and structures of the Asylum and Immigration Tribunal

Beyond a refresher, the course will bring advisers up-to-speed on the latest developments on the EU Settlement Scheme, including the latest statement of changes, considerations of late applications and practical insights from real-world experiences, ensuring you as an adviser are well-equipped to navigate challenges posed by stricter documentation requirements and heightened scrutiny from the Home Office. We will be unpacking the EUSS and Family Members, demystifying Appendix EU and Appendix EU Family Permit making it easy to understand and will provide you with a clear framework on identifying eligible family members and the appropriate route for them as well as sharing practical tips with evidencing dependency. Mastering the EU Settlement Scheme: Navigating the Latest Updates and Practical Insights Are you an adviser dealing with EU Settlement Scheme applications and seeking to stay current with the latest developments? Look no further! Our comprehensive course is designed to bring advisers up-to-speed on the intricacies of the EU Settlement Scheme, equipping you with the knowledge and practical insights needed to assist applicants effectively. In this course, you will dive into the latest updates, explore EUSS family member provisions, demystify Appendices EU and EU Family Permit, and gain valuable tips for navigating the application process. With a focus on practicality and real-world experiences, you’ll be well-prepared to tackle challenges posed by stricter documentation requirements and increased scrutiny from the Home Office. By the end of this course, you will be well-versed in the EU Settlement Scheme, adept at assisting applicants, and ready to handle various challenges that may arise during the application process. Join us and become an informed and confident adviser in the field of EUSS applications.   Course joining links, materials and instructions are sent out 24hours before the course starts. Why choose IAS' Immigration Training Courses? Immigration Advice Service has been providing professional immigration services for over 10 years in the public, private and corporate sectors. Our EU Settlement Scheme training course will give you all the knowledge and tools you need to successfully complete EU Settlement Scheme applications. Our fully qualified and OISC regulated trainer will guide you through the process and ensure you are competent in making applications. This an opportunity not to be missed by immigration/legal professionals. Contact our London, Manchester, or Birmingham immigration lawyers, or use the office finder to find your nearest branch. How is this course structured? 1. Overview and Updates:a. Quick Overview – Brexit and EU National Rightsb. Updates: Statement of Changesb. Late Applications 2. EUSS Family Members:a. Family Members under the Withdrawal Agreementb. Joining Family Members: Dependency and Difficultiesc. Practical Tips for Family Member Applications 3. Administrative Review Overview 4. Practical Tips:a. Completing Applications with Precisionb. Key Differences from EEA Regulationsc. Utilizing Useful Contacts and Resourcesd. Leveraging the Resolution Centre for Problem Resolutione. Handling Difficulties with Documents: Using SARs (Subject Access Requests)

Our Innovator Founder Training Course is an essential program designed to provide you with valuable insights into the new Innovator Founder visa. This visa route, which replaced the Innovator visa, offers individuals the opportunity to establish a business in the UK based on their innovative, viable, and scalable business idea. View the Innovator Founder Training course dates below, delivered via Microsoft Teams. Innovator Founder Our Innovator Founder Training Course is an essential program designed to provide you with valuable insights into the new Innovator Founder visa. This visa route, which replaced the Innovator visa, offers individuals the opportunity to establish a business in the UK based on their innovative, viable, and scalable business idea. During the course, we will guide you through the key changes introduced by the Innovator Founder route, including the removal of the minimum funds requirement and the ability to engage in secondary employment. We will also explore the importance of regular contact point meetings with the endorsing body to assess progress and provide ongoing support. This course will cover the endorsement requirement, emphasizing the need for a comprehensive endorsement letter from an approved Endorsing Body or Legacy Endorsing Body. You will gain a deep understanding of the criteria that the endorsing body considers when assessing your fit as an Innovator Founder, ensuring you meet the necessary standards for endorsement. Our course will provide valuable guidance on the period and conditions of leave granted under the Innovator Founder route, as well as the settlement requirements and eligibility criteria. This is not to be missed by lawyers, solicitors, immigration advisors, entrepreneurs and business owners. Course joining links, materials and instructions are sent out 24hours before the course starts. Why choose IAS' Immigration Training Courses? Immigration Advice Service has been providing professional immigration services for over 10 years in the public, private and corporate sectors. Our fully qualified and OISC regulated trainer will guide you through the content in our comprehensive training course. See why others like to study with IAS: Delivered Online Expert Course Trainer Free Course Materials Certificate of Attendance   Join over 92% of satisfied customers who found their training with IAS useful and beneficial. You will also be provided with training materials to keep after completing the course.   How is this course structured? The “Innovator Founder” training workshop will involve the following: Introduction to the Innovator Founder visa Endorsement requirements Business plan requirements Innovative, viable, and scalable business requirements Same business requirements English Language and Financial Requirement Period and conditions of grants Settlement requirements Dependants of an Innovator Founder

An introduction to art market data, sources, analysis and tools As the art market is gradually moving from a small niche market towards becoming a global industry – data, information and research are becoming essential tools in supporting the development and growth of both new and existing art businesses. Whilst data and research traditionally was focusing on auction data and prices of art, the new art industry is in need of a broader set of indicators to help them navigate an increasingly complex marketplace. In this course, Anders Petterson, Founder of ArtTactic and regular lecturer of Sotheby's Institute since 2005, will introduce you to the changing nature of the global art eco-system, and discuss the type of data sources, analytical tools and industry research available. The course includes: Videos: You will have access to 2h 20min of online video content. The content of this course is an in-depth look at data in the art market, and is building on what Anders Petterson is regularly teaching for MA and Executive Programmes at Sotheby's Institute, Christie's Education and ESA Business School in Beirut. Slides: The students can download pdf copies of the slides used in the presentations. Certification: The student will be issued with a certificate of completion when all the online videos and test quizzes have been completed. CPD Accredited: Our courses have been independently evaluated for Continuing Professional Development (CPD) purposes by The CPD Certification Service. Certification: Continuing Professional Development (CPD) Our courses have been independently evaluated for Continuing Professional Development (CPD) purposes by The CPD Certification Service. This means our courses comply with universally accepted principles of Continual Professional Development (CPD) and have been structured to meet the criteria of personal development plans. Join one of the online courses below and get an ArtTactic Certificate of Completion with the Continuing Professional Development (CPD) certification stamp. Your Instructor Anders Petterson, Founder of ArtTactic Anders Petterson is a leading authority on the art market, with particular focus on art market research and analysis. He is the Founder and Managing Director of ArtTactic, a London-based art market research and data intelligence company he set up in 2001. All the online courses are based on his own experience in collecting, analysing and presenting data on the global art market, and the courses will give an insight into how ArtTactic conceptualizes, designs and executes research projects linked to art market and introduces analytical models to better understand the value of art. Anders is regularly lecturing on MA and Executive courses at Sotheby's Institute, Christie's Education and ESA Business School (Beirut) covering topic such as Art Market Analysis, Art & Technology and NFTs as well as Art as an Asset Class. He is also a regular speaker on these topics at international conferences and seminars. ArtTactic is also well-known for its industry research on the art market and its intersection with other industries, such as the Deloitte | ArtTactic Art & Finance Report, TEFAF Art Dealer Finance Report 2018, and the TEFAF Art Patronage Report 2020. ArtTactic has also produced the Hiscox Online Art Trade Report annually since 2013. Anders Petterson is a founding Board Member of Professional Advisors to the International Art Market (PAIAM), a role he had between 2011 and 2021. PAIAM was founded in London in 2011 bringing together professionals who provide specialist services to the art market.such as lawyers, accountants, tax advisors, insurance specialists and logistics experts, amongst others. Connect on LinkedIn Course Curriculum Art Market Data - Models and Applications Lecture 1: Introduction by Anders Petterson, Founder of ArtTactic (2:56) Lecture 2: About ArtTactic (10:49) Lecture 3: Art Forecasting (5:28) Lecture 4: Big and Small Data in the Art Market (12:59) Lecture 5: Macro Data in the art market (20:18) Lecture 6: Micro Data and the art market eco-system (25:59) Art Market Data - Sources and Tools Lecture 7: Art Market Footprints - An Overview (9:39) Lecture 8: Auction Data (13:32) Lecture 9: Primary art market data (19:50) Lecture 10: Media and Social Media Data (9:35) Lecture 11: Crowd-sourced data (17:21) Download presentation slides Download complimentary ArtTactic Reports Frequently Asked Questions When does the course start and finish? The course starts now and never ends! It is a completely self-paced online course - you decide when you start and when you finish.How long do I have access to the course?How does lifetime access sound? After enrolling, you have unlimited access to this course for as long as you like - across any and all devices you own.What if I am unhappy with the course?We would never want you to be unhappy! If you are unsatisfied with your purchase, contact us in the first 30 days and we will give you a full refund.

This online course introduces a model for determining and analysing market value vs fair value of an individual art work. LEVEL 3: Fair Value Analysis This is the third online course in our 'Pathway to become an art market analyst'. This course is a building block on both Big Data and the Art Market (Level 1) and Artist Market Analysis (Level 2), and takes the participant on an analytical journey to establish the market value and the fair value of an individual art object. The analysis is based on the Damien Hirst data provided in Level 2: Artist Market Analysis, and it is important that you finish this course before going on to Level 3. The course introduces participants to the difference between market value and fair value, and provides a practical guide for using market trends to analyse and adjust comparable transactions, and to use this to help establish market value. The ArtTactic Market Metrics from Level 2: Artist Market Analysis, is brought into the analysis to establish the 'Fair Value' of the art work. In addition to this, we will provide a 15 minute online Excel workshop on how to analyse comparable transactions using a subset of the data provided in the Level 2 online course. The course includes: Videos: You will have access to 1h 10m of online video content. The content of this course is building on ArtTactic's own framework for fair analysis and what Anders Petterson is regularly teaching for Art Business programmes at Sotheby's Institute in London. The course also include a 15 minutes Excel workshop. Slides: The students can download pdf copies of the slides used in the presentations. Excel spreadsheet: The student will have access to a subset of data (auction data for Damien Hirst) and a spreadsheet with both tables and graphical tools. Certificate of Completion [NEW]: The student will be issued with a certificate of completion when all the online videos have been completed. CPD Accredited: Our courses have been independently evaluated for Continuing Professional Development (CPD) purposes by The CPD Certification Service. Certification: Continuing Professional Development (CPD) Our courses have been independently evaluated for Continuing Professional Development (CPD) purposes by The CPD Certification Service. This means our courses comply with universally accepted principles of Continual Professional Development (CPD) and have been structured to meet the criteria of personal development plans. Join one of the online courses below and get an ArtTactic Certificate of Completion with the Continuing Professional Development (CPD) certification stamp. Your Instructor Anders Petterson, Founder of ArtTactic Anders Petterson is a leading authority on the art market, with particular focus on art market research and analysis. He is the Founder and Managing Director of ArtTactic, a London-based art market research and data intelligence company he set up in 2001. All the online courses are based on his own experience in collecting, analysing and presenting data on the global art market, and the courses will give an insight into how ArtTactic conceptualizes, designs and executes research projects linked to art market and introduces analytical models to better understand the value of art. Anders is regularly lecturing on MA and Executive courses at Sotheby's Institute, Christie's Education and ESA Business School (Beirut) covering topic such as Art Market Analysis, Art & Technology and NFTs as well as Art as an Asset Class. He is also a regular speaker on these topics at international conferences and seminars. ArtTactic is also well-known for its industry research on the art market and its intersection with other industries, such as the Deloitte | ArtTactic Art & Finance Report, TEFAF Art Dealer Finance Report 2018, and the TEFAF Art Patronage Report 2020. ArtTactic has also produced the Hiscox Online Art Trade Report annually since 2013. Anders Petterson is a founding Board Member of Professional Advisors to the International Art Market (PAIAM), a role he had between 2011 and 2021. PAIAM was founded in London in 2011 bringing together professionals who provide specialist services to the art market.such as lawyers, accountants, tax advisors, insurance specialists and logistics experts, amongst others. Connect on LinkedIn Course Curriculum Introduction Introduction to Fair Value Analysis (1:39) Fair Value Analysis Market Value vs Fair Value (4:24) Artwork Analysis - Object Qualities (9:40) Market Trend Analysis & Value Adjustments (7:10) Comparable Transaction Analysis (9:30) Market Value Analysis (6:45) Fair Value Analysis (11:03) Excel Workshop - Comparable transaction analysis + Sample Analysis Excel Workshop - Comparable Transactions (12:31) SAMPLE: Damien Hirst - Fair Value Analysis Summary  Frequently Asked Questions When does the course start and finish? The course starts now and never ends! It is a completely self-paced online course - you decide when you start and when you finish.How long do I have access to the course?How does lifetime access sound? After enrolling, you have unlimited access to this course for as long as you like - across any and all devices you own. It's important to note that this is a SINGLE-user only subscription (see T&Cs). Contact us if you are looking for a team discount on info@arttactic.com.What if I am unhappy with the course?We would never want you to be unhappy! If you are unsatisfied with your purchase, contact us in the first 30 days and we will give you a full refund.Is this course for me?We have a broad and diverse set of students taking these courses in terms of geography, age and professional backgrounds. Based on our experience so far, the courses have attracted non-art market professionals that are looking to explore opportunities in the art market or the broader art industry - and are looking for tools to help them navigate and better understand where these opportunities might exist, and how their own interest and professional background could fit in. At the other end, we also have seen a strong interest from the art trade who are looking at exploring more quantitative and data-driven methods for their own business and to meet the demand for an increasingly data-hungry client base. However, if you have any questions, please contact us and we can set up a call to discuss what course option might be the best for you.