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315 Dr. Upton asked the Minister for Health and Children the grants or financial assistance which are available for people who want to undertake counselling courses; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [14011/01]
Written Answers - Counselling Courses.
My Department does not provide grants or financial assistance to individuals to pursue courses of study. Occasionally, health boards sponsor students to undertake courses leading to professional qualifications which are required by their board. However, this is at the board's discretion and, as such, is a matter for the individual board.