Dáil Éireann Debate, Tuesday - 5 October 2021
462. Deputy Brendan Griffin asked the Minister for Social Protection if a decision has been made on a back to education appeal in respect of a person (details supplied) in County Kerry; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [48214/21]
View answerPersons in receipt of disability allowance (DA) can return to education and training. They have the option of applying for back to education allowance (BTEA) or remaining on their DA while attending their course. While on BTEA they can apply to SUSI for the fees only portion of the maintenance grant. They can also commence part time employment and any income from it will not be means tested while on BTEA.
The normal rules and regulations of DA would apply while the DA claimant is in full time education, if they are not on BTEA. They can apply for a full SUSI maintenance grant and retain all secondary benefits which are paid with their DA.
No application for BTEA has been received to date from the person concerned.
I trust this clarifies the matter for the Deputy.
