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Youth Guarantee Programme

The Youth Guarantee programme provides some 15-18 year olds with an opportunity to participate in a range of vocational courses free of charge.

To qualify for the Youth Guarantee programme there are certain criteria you must meet. 

To find out if you qualify and for further information about the Youth Guarantee programme visit the Tertiary Education Commission website.

Please note – Students who are approved on a course under the Youth Guarantee programme will not be eligible for any part of the Student Loan. Students may be eligible for:

  • the Student Allowance if they meet the eligibility criteria or
  • the Youth Payment benefit if they meet the eligibility criteria or
  • the Young Parent Payment benefit if they meet the eligibility criteria.
Last updated: 27 March 2013