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Private residential tenancy eviction process

Learn how private residential tenancies can be legally ended by tenants or landlords, the notice rules and timelines, and the First-tier Tribunal’s role in eviction.

  • Price: £40.00 + VAT
  • Delivery: elearning
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Course date and duration

You can start this online course at any time, and it takes approximately one hour to complete. It’s fully self-paced, so you can learn when it suits you best.

Who this course is for

You do not need any prior knowledge of private residential tenancy eviction procedures to attend this webinar.

It is suitable if you are new to a role as a housing adviser or work for a local authority in Scotland dealing with private rented sector issues. It is also appropriate for those in the third sector who provide housing advice.

Course details

The course covers:

  • how a private residential tenancy (PRT) can be legally ended by a tenant or landlord

  • the legal paperwork and notice periods required

  • the grounds for eviction under the private residential tenancy regime

  • the role of the First-tier Tribunal in the eviction process

  • how to explain the process clearly to the people you support

What you will learn

By the end of this session, you will be able to:

  • explain the eviction process for private residential tenancies

  • describe the legal steps and timelines involved

  • identify the correct notices and documentation required

  • explain the role of the first tier tribunal in resolving disputes

  • support tenants and landlords by outlining their rights and responsibilities