Vocational Grants can support the costs associated with studying a vocational course (of any length) including access courses, traineeships, supported internships and apprenticeships at school, college, sixth form, university or through another training provider. (Students studying only A Levels are not eligible).
You can apply for a grant of up to £1000 to support an education or training need. Examples include the full cost or a contribution
towards:
- Travel costs
- Cost of required
equipment or clothing
- Essential study trips
- IT equipment
This list is not exhaustive so if you have
an idea that fits within the scope of education or training, please call the Grants Team on 01380 73895 to discuss an application. Please note grants are generally paid directly to a third party or organisation on your behalf.
To be eligible to apply:
- be 24 years old or under
- studying at vocational course or qualification
- currently enrolled at school, college, sixth form, university or with another training provider
- have lived in Wiltshire or Swindon for at least two years
- you or your family must receive one means-tested benefit or you are in the care of the local authority - further information on the eligible benefits can be found here: Means Tested Benefits
To start an application for a grant please confirm you are eligible by completing the questions below: