Advanced Learner Loan Fees Policy
Introduction
This policy outlines the tuition fee structure for courses funded through the Advanced
Learner Loan and the responsibilities of learners regarding fee payments. This
document provides clear information on our fee terms, payment obligations, and refund
conditions.
1. Tuition Fees and Payment
• The tuition fees for each course are set by Workforce Training and Development
(WTD) and are subject to change annually.
• The Advanced Learner Loan can be used to cover tuition fees for eligible courses.
• Loan payments are made directly to the training provider by the Student Loans
Company.
• Learners are responsible for any additional costs such as materials, travel, and
exam fees if not covered by the loan.
2. Applying for the Advanced Learner Loan
• Learners must apply for an Advanced Learner Loan via Student Finance England.
• A Learning and Funding Information Letter (LAFIL) will be issued by the training
provider to support the loan application.
• Learners must ensure that their loan application is approved before the course
start date to avoid issues with funding.
3. Terms of Withdrawal
It is understood that at any time throughout, the duration of the Advanced Learner Loan
qualification, a learner may wish to withdraw. A learner will be liable for the funding
drawn down up to the last point of signed structured learning/last point of
contact/progression with the assigned Trainer.
4. Fees & charges
• WTD will not charge a learner above the government maximum loan amount for a
qualification.
• The learner will be asked to complete and sign their training plan to confirm their
attendance at the start (first day) this will be the qualification start date.
• WTD will confirm the learner’s attendance with the Student Loan Company and
the SLC release the loan payments directly to WTD.
• The maximum break in learning allowed is 12 months, if a learner does not return
to learning within this period they will be automatically withdrawn from the qualification but they will still be liable for the repayment of their Advanced
Learner Loan through the Student Loans Company, up to the last day of their
attendance on the course.
• If a learner withdraws from the course within the first two weeks, they will not be
liable for loan repayments
• If a learner withdraws from their qualification after the initial 14-day period, they
will be liable for the repayment of their Advanced Learner Loan up to and
including the month of their last day of attendance.
• If a learner completes their learning without achieving their qualification, they
will still be liable for the repayment of their loan in full.
• Refunds will only be issued in exceptional circumstances and at the discretion of
WTD.
• Any outstanding fees not covered by the loan must be paid directly by the
learner.
4. Changes to Course or Provider
• If a learner changes courses or training providers, they must inform the Student
Loans Company and WTD immediately.
• Adjustments to the loan may be required based on the new course fees.
5. Learner Responsibilities
By enrolling on a course funded through the Advanced Learner Loan, learners agree to:
• Keep their personal and financial details up to date with the Student Loans
Company.
• Maintain regular attendance and commitment to the course.
• Pay any additional fees not covered by the loan.
6. Contact Information
For any queries regarding fees and funding, please contact:
• Student Finance England: www.gov.uk/advanced-learner-loan
• Workforce Training and Development:
Tel: 02034110180
Email: admin@wtd.org.uk
This policy is subject to review and updates annually.