Dáil Éireann Debate, Wednesday - 8 May 2024
307. Deputy Brendan Griffin asked the Minister for Social Protection if a decision has been made on an application for a training support grant by a person in County Kerry (details supplied); and if she will make a statement on the matter. [20345/24]
Amharc ar fhreagraThe Training Support Grant (TSG) is designed to fund quick access to short term training that can support individual jobseekers seeking employment (including self-employment) to access work opportunities. The grant can be provided when a Employment Personal Advisor or Job Coach have identified an immediate skills gap or related intervention, such as to obtain or renew certification and permits, that is preventing a jobseeker commencing a job offer. A person must apply for a TSG in advance of a course commencing.
The person concerned expressed an interest in a Special Needs Assistant course but unfortunately the course had started before the person applied for TSG funding. An Employment Personal Advisor from my Department spoke with the customer on 1st May 2024 to discuss options and I understand that the person will now try to source an alterative training provider.
A Training Support Grant application was issued to the customer to be completed and this will be assessed when it is received by the Department.I trust this clarifies the matter.
