Application
Individuals who are seeking Income Support while attending Government of Alberta funded training must complete and submit a Learner Income Support Application for Full-Time Study.

A learner may apply for multiple programs/sessions with the same training provider on one application:

• as long as the correct program/session date is in the Programs and Services Catalogue; 
• the training provider referral has been done for each program/session;  
• the sessions are of the same program or a continuation of the same program on a subsequent header in the Programs and Services Catalogue;
• there is no break that exceeds 3 weeks; and
• there is no conflict with the Duration policy.

A separate application must be completed when:

• the individual returns to training after a break of more than 3 weeks,
• changes training providers,
• changes career goals, or
• there is a change in training start date that is greater than 30 days from the original start date.

Note
Due to the extended length of a funding period, it is even more important that a learner report any household change in circumstance to ensure that the correct benefits and amounts are issued.

When completing the Learner Income Support Application (full-time study) the individual must ensure:

• the application is complete,
• they submit a Training Provider Information form with their application
• all required supporting documentation is included, and 
• the application is submitted in accordance with the Timeline for Applications policy.

Funding Decision Letter

When a Learner Income Support Application for Full-Time Study has been processed, a Funding Decision letter is mailed to the learner. This letter indicates:

• amount of assistance that has been approved for Income Support and for training benefits, 
• monthly amount the learner will receive, 
• disbursement schedule, 
• how the learner will receive their funding,   
• Health Benefits Card information, 
• important information about learner responsibilities, and 
• notification of the right to appeal and the appeal process.