Youth Guarantee programmes
If you’re 16-24 years old and not at school or working, a Youth Guarantee programme is the smart way to get ahead.
Available in a wide range of subjects, these free programmes set you up with great foundation skills for employment or further study, and enable you to make confident decisions about your future.
As a Youth Guarantee student you’ll get:
- an orientation programme which includes how to access financial assistance
- transport support
- extra pastoral care
- specific cultural and learning support that’s easy to access
- career planning and advice
- regular activities with other Youth Guarantee students
- access to counselling services
- guidance as you transition into work or further tertiary study
Fees-free entitlement
Another great thing about studying a Youth Guarantee programme is that in most cases, you’ll still be eligible to study fees-free at a higher level later. If you study a Level 2 Youth Guarantee programme, your entitlement for the government’s fees-free study offer is not affected. If you study a Level 3 Youth Guarantee programme, and providing you earn 60 credits or less, you’re still entitled to fees-free study up to another 60 credits.
Set yourself up for success: apply now for a FREE Youth Guarantee programme from the selection below.
Please note: places are limited on these courses and funding may be exhausted throughout the year. We’re experiencing high volumes of demand for foundation education, and we’ll do our best to support and transition learners where possible.