Dáil Éireann Debate, Tuesday - 17 May 2016
270. Deputy Martin Kenny asked the Minister for Education and Skills why the level 7 course in child care run by Carlow Institute of Technology which has been sanctioned by the Department of Children and Youth Affairs for the higher level of capitation under the early childhood care and education scheme in early March 2016 was removed from the higher capitation grant at the end of March 2016 (details supplied). [9673/16]
View answerThe qualifications list setting out eligible qualifications for higher capitation funding from the Department of Children and Youth Affairs is the responsibility of my colleague, the Minister for Children and Youth Affairs. My Department plays an advisory role in this respect. It should be noted that early years services with graduates from this programme over the two years of its operation to date remain eligible to apply for higher capitation grants. This matter is currently under consideration by both Departments, in consultation with Carlow Institute of Technology.
