Oireachtas Joint and Select Committees

Tuesday, 23 May 2023

Joint Oireachtas Committee on Autism

Autism Policy: Discussion (Resumed)

Photo of Mary ButlerMary Butler (Waterford, Fianna Fail)
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The Deputy has not asked us to do that but I will take away her point that it is very costly, and can cost as much as €1,500, for a person to secure further accreditation to ensure an appropriate placement. Having to pay €1,500 may mean that a person does not get an opportunity to offer his or her skills.