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Recognised course of study

A Training Incentive Allowance can only be paid to a client who is enrolled in a recognised course of study, as defined in Regulation 2(1)(a) of the Student Allowances Regulations 1998, ie:

  • the programme of study is funded by Tertiary Education Commission (TEC) or
  • funded by Ministry of Education (if secondary school).

The course of study must also increase the client’s skills for employment, and be:

  • Level 1 to 7 on NZQF and
  • 12 weeks or more in duration

For more information see:

Understanding New Zealand Qualifications
Courses not allowed
Courses that include work experience
Secondary school
University preparation programmes
Tertiary education
Increasing skills for employment

Legislation

  • recognised course of study (definition) clause 4 Training Incentive Allowance Programme 2021
  • recognised course of study (definition) regulation 2(1)(a) Student Allowances Regulations 1998
  • Courses for which assistance is available under this programme clause 8 Training Incentive Allowance Programme 2021

Legislation

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