Regina Doherty (Meath East, Fine Gael)
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During their time on Community Employment (CE) participants are encouraged and supported to work towards a major award/industry recognised standard of achievement to support progression to employment and further training and education. Participant training leading to an award on the National Framework of Qualification (NFQ) includes awards at QQI Level 3, 4, 5 or 6 or industry recognised equivalent. The award level must be appropriate to the individual's ability, prior education history and progression goals.

A participant training grant is allocated to each Community Employment Scheme. Training is based on the personal and occupational needs of each individual and is identified through the tailored Individual Learning Plan (ILP), agreed between the CE Supervisor with the participant. The ILP tracks, records and reports on all planned training interventions and achievements in line with the participant’s career plan and employment goals.

I trust this clarifies the matter for the Deputy.