How do employers make a claim for fees paid under final-year Fees Free?

Applications for reimbursement of training fees can only be submitted by learners, via the IRD, once they have completed an eligible qualification and a certificate has been issued. The TEC haven't confirmed the reimbursement process yet, but we expect that they will request evidence of fee payment.

  • The IRD will only reimburse learners directly – employers cannot claim the entitlement. We recommend that employers and learners agree on how fees will be paid before enrolling to enable a smooth reimbursement process
  • Competenz no longer administers the Fees Free fund. Any queries about the fund should be directed to the TEC (Tertiary Education Commission).

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