Learners aged 19 to 23 and aged 24 and over, who have already achieved at level 2, or above can undertake learning up to and including level 2 qualifications from the local flexibility offer.
Learners aged 24 and over who have not achieved a level 2 qualification can undertake learning up to and including level 2 qualifications from the local flexibility offer.
In order to qualify for funding under local flexibility, students must be in receipt of one of the following:
- In receipt of Jobseekers allowance (JSA) including those receiving National Insurance credits only
- In receipt of Employment and Support Allowance and am in the work-related activity group
- In receipt of Universal Credit, my take home pay as recorded on my Universal credit statement
(disregarding benefits) is less than £345 a month (if sole benefit claim) or £552 a month (joint claim with partner)
- In receipt of other state benefits and earn less than £345 a month (if sole benefit claim) or £552 a month
(joint claim with partner)
Or
- Employed and in receipt of a low wage under £18,525 annual gross salary
Further information click here or contact student services on 01229 844817