Funding for many of the SCIL training courses is available through many different channels, including:

Early Intervention Grant

First Aid Funding - For Early Years or Play Settings 


SCIL Discretionary Learner Funding Application

This form is for learners applying for qualifications/programmes through any of the following training providers:

• Bridgwater College
• Somerset College
• Yeovil College
• Strode College
• Somerset Skills & Learning (SS&L).

Learners can apply for assistance with course fees for the following courses:

• Children and Young People's Certificate (Level 2)
• Children and Young People's Diploma (Level 3)
• Business and Admin (Level 2)
• Business and Admin (Level 3)

Qualifications aimed at support staff in schools:

• Level 2 Certificate of Cover Supervision of Pupils in Schools
• Level 2 Award /Certificate in Support Work in Schools
• Level 2 Certificate in Supporting Teaching and Learning in Schools
• Level 2 Certificate in Supporting the Wider Curriculum in Schools
• Level 3 Certificate of Cover supervision of Pupils in Schools
• Level 3 Diploma in Supporting Teaching and Learning in Schools
• Level 3 Diploma in Specialist Support for Teaching and Learning in Schools

Funding will be allocated on a purely discretionary basis.  Please see the SCIL Funding Application Form for more details.

This form must be completed, signed and returned to SCIL before assistance with funding can be requested.

SCIL Learner Discretionary Funding Application Form- Sept 11.doc


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