Adult Learning Grant

 

What is an ALG?

The ALG (Adult Learning Grant) is intended to help adults studying full-time (more than 12 guided learning hours per week) with the costs of learning. The grant pays up to £30 per week (subject to financial assessment) for full-time students aged 19 and over who are studying for a first full level 2 or a first full level 3 qualification. The award is assessed on the student's income or household income where the student has a co-habiting partner.

Am I entitled to ALG?

You can get ALG if:

  • You are aged 19 or over
  • You are studying full time (over 12 hours per week)
  • You are studying for a first full level 2 or a first full level 3 qualification
  • You are a UK resident

Will ALG affect my benefits?

You must not be getting:

  • Out of work benefits such as Job Seeker's Allowance, Income Support or Incapacity Benefit
  • Support from other government grants or training allowances, such as EMA, New Deal or Apprenticeships


You can still get:

  • Learning support Funds or a Career Development Loan
  • Carer's Allowance
  • Housing Benefit, Council Tax Benefit, Tax Credits and Child Benefit


How do I apply?

If you would like more information regarding the level of the qualifications you have and the level of the course you will be studying please come to Student Services, in room B63, Main building, Sheepen Road, Colchester Campus, or telephone 01206 712293.

Once you have established whether you are eligible to apply for an ALG, please call learndirect on 0800 100 900 for an application form. Before returning the application form for assessment this will need to be checked by Student Services. This should avoid delays with your application.

When will my payments start?

Once you have received an ALG contract, please bring this to Student Services. The terms and conditions regarding payments and attendance will be explained to you and you will be asked to sign a contract accepting these terms. Payments are made a week in arrears subject to you meeting the attendance policy.

For more information please contact:

Student Services

or

learndirect Careers Advice

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