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Back to Education

Overview Document
Back to Education Programme This Programme can support you to take part in educational and personal development courses to help you to access employment.

Back to Education Allowance
The Back to Education Allowance Scheme is aimed at assisting those who are unemployed, are getting a One-Parent Family Payment or have a disability, to pursue approved second-or third-level education courses.

Part-Time Education Option
You can keep your jobseeker's payment and take part in a part-time course to improve your chances of getting a job. Find out more.

Education, Training and Development Option
You can take part in certain courses of education, training or development and keep your jobseeker's payment. Find out more.

Vocational Training Opportunities Scheme This scheme is a range of education and training courses for unemployed adults and other people getting certain social welfare payments.
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