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Learner Policy & Procedures |
Published Date: April 01, 2016
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Application Process Overview
POLICY
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.
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