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Assistance for Isolated Children (AIC) Scheme student turns 19 102-06020030

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This document outlines whether or not an Assistance for Isolated Children (AIC) Scheme student is still eligible to receive AIC when they turn 19 years of age and, if not, the most appropriate payment for the student.

Eligibility

AIC is payable in respect of students who undertake approved studies and are isolated from their nearest appropriate state school or meet special needs or deemed isolated criteria.

Students must satisfy the general eligibility conditions for AIC, including the age criteria. A primary, secondary or equivalent ungraded level student may continue to receive AIC until the end of the year in which they turn 19 years of age. However, a student may be eligible for a further year of assistance if their progress through school has been delayed by special circumstances.

Tertiary Students

Eligible tertiary level students are eligible for AIC until the day they have met the minimum education and training participation age or requirement for their state or territory.

Age requirements for Assistance for Isolated Children (AIC) Scheme