Northamptonshire County Council

Page last updated 13 December 2011
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Course Fees and Refunds

Places can only be confirmed on a course once the enrolment process is complete and payment has been received.

Course Fees

  • The fees quoted in the course lists include the tuition fee and a registration fee. 
  • In some cases there may be additional charges for materials.
  • Registration with accredited bodies is not included.

Examination Fees

May be chargeable at a later date if required.

Remitted Fees

You may be eligible for a remitted fee if you receive Job Seekers Allowance (income based) or the work related activity element of ESA (Employment and Support Allowance).

  • To claim a remitted fee you must provide evidence that you are in receipt of the benefit.
  • This is limited to one course per term.
  • Subsequent enrolments within one term, will need to be paid at full fee.
  • Remitted fees are not available on some courses.

Bursary Grants

Bursary grants are available in some circumstances, click on the link below to find out more:

Refunds

If you withdraw from a course and inform us in writing at least 14 days before the course is due to start, you will be eligible for a refund of 50% of your course fee minus the £5 administration charge.

Please email al-supportservices@northamptonshire.gov.uk

In very exceptional circumstances, such as illness, family issues or when you may not be able to complete the course, a discretionary refund may be offered, minus the £5 administration charge.

Cancellations

  • If the course is cancelled by Adult Learning before the course start date, a full refund will be given.
  • If the course is cancelled by Adult Learning before the planned end date, because of circumstances beyond our control, a partial refund will be given.
  • All refunds include the registration fee.

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