Working for Work : Chapter 6 : Training & Education

Part-Time Education options

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If you are a Jobseeker, you can take on part-time study and retain your Jobseekers payment. Although this option is not part of any return-to-education programme or course, you have the right to pursue training, re-training or education which may improve your ability to seek and find work, while you continue to look for work.

To be eligible:

  • You will still need to be 'Genuinely Seeking Work' (see Chapter 1)
  • If you are offered a place on a course, you will need a letter from the College or School stating that the course is part-time. Make sure you bring this with you when you go to your local Social Welfare Office

There are many part-time courses, usually called 'Adult Education Courses', available in schools and colleges. There is usually a small fee for these courses, but very often a reduced rate fee applies to people on low incomes. Ask about possible fee reductions. These courses are listed in The Guide to Evening Classes, available in your local library or bookshop.

Last Updated: 01/09/2011 ^ back to top