Overview

Gain the information needed to advise new, current, and separating employees about their benefits. Learn about the Federal Employees Health Benefits (FEHB) program, Federal Employees Group Life Insurance (FEGLI) program, Thrift Savings Plan (TSP), Civil Service Retirement System (CSRS), CSRS Offset, Federal Employees Retirement System (FERS), and Social Security.

Make sure you can accurately and thoroughly analyze and respond to questions from employees about their federal employee benefits.

Syllabus

Federal Employee Health Benefits for Administrators

FEHB Program: Eligibility, enrollment actions, plan types, and continuation of coverage.
FEGLI Program: Basic and Optional coverage, life-event elections, and retirement requirements.
FLTCIP: Eligibility, coverage features, and long-term care considerations.
Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAFEDS): Health Care, Limited Expense, and Dependent Care FSAs, including contribution rules and tax advantages.

Federal Employee Benefits & SSA Entitlements for Administrators Course

Social Security Benefits: Explains eligibility requirements, benefit computation, and how Social Security integrates with CSRS and FERS annuities.
Medicare Coverage: Describes Medicare Parts A, B, C, and D, including enrollment periods, coverage options, and coordination with FEHB plans.
Integration with Federal Retirement Systems: Examines how Social Security and Medicare impact federal employees’ overall retirement income and long-term financial planning.
Retirement Counseling Application: Builds the skills needed to guide employees through the process of applying for Social Security and Medicare, providing clear advice on how these programs influence retirement timing and benefits decisions.

Federal Employee Retirement Benefits for Administrators: CSRS & FERS Introduction

Explain the features of CSRS and FERS
Determine whether an employee satisfies retirement eligibility requirements under CSRS and FERS
Determine how an employee’s service is credited for retirement purposes
Determine retirement coverage for employees who are newly hired, rehired, transferred between agencies, or convert from one type of appointment to another
Help employees locate, identify, and follow appropriate regulatory and procedural guidance governing their federal benefits
Explain the basic features of the Thrift Savings Plan