help with college fees

[josillito]

I want to start a part time college course in september in beauty therapy the fees for this course are £700 plus the cost of uniform and kit. I am a single mum working 30+ hours a week and get tax credit help. Will i be entitled to any help with costs???

[redcrx]

ask at the college, theyd be the best people to offer advice.

[erin-x]

Don't know where you live but in Scotland you can apply for ILA (http://www.ilascotland.org.uk/ILA+Homepage.h
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if you earn less than £22k or are on benefits.. You can either get a £500 or £200 account depending on the course. I just applied for the £200 account but haven't heard anything yet. I'm not sure if there is any equivalent funding in England or anywhere else though. x

[boxtops]

I agree, ask at the College, they will know about assisted funding - our local college charges three different rates, for those who can get full, partial, or no financial help. If you were eligible for an apprenticeship (and someone would employ you while you are studying), then you might get full funding - worth asking about.