What Kinds of Study is Eligible for a Career Development Loan?
The UK government website Directgov gives some guidance on what kind of course might be suitable for a Professional and Career Development Loan. It emphasises that the period of study need not lead to a qualification and the course can last up to two years, three if it includes a year of work experience. Study could be for: • A postgraduate course • Technical or management training • A professional qualificationStudents Can Use a Career Development Loan to Assist With: • Course fees (up to 80% of the total or up to 100% if unemployed for three months) • Books, travel and childcare • Some living expenses like rent and food if working less than thirty hours a weekTo be eligible for a Professional Career and Development Loan the Applicant Must: • Be 18 years or over • Be settled in the UK, or have been resident in the UK for at least three years prior to the start of a course • Have an intention to work in the UK, EU or EEA (European Economic Area) after completion of period of study.A Ca
