Vocational Training Opportunities Scheme.

Dáil Éireann Debate, Tuesday - 1 February 2005

Tuesday, 1 February 2005

Ceisteanna (300)

Bernard J. Durkan

Ceist:

302 Mr. Durkan asked the Minister for Education and Science if a person (details supplied) in County Kildare qualifies for VTOS; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [2851/05]

Freagraí scríofa

Minister for Education and Science (Ms Hanafin)

The VTOS programme is designed for people over 21 years of age and in receipt of social welfare payment for six months immediately before joining the scheme. Questions relating to the eligibility of applicants for admission to the VTOS programme are determined by the local vocational education committee in the light of established criteria and having regard to the availability of places on the programmes.