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Payment per length of course
The maximum amount of the allowance you can get depends on the length of the course.
| Length of the course | Maximum payment |
|---|---|
| Under 12 weeks | $98.10 per course |
| 12 to 16 weeks | $172.20 per course |
| 17 to 23 weeks | $342.30 per course |
| 24 to 52 weeks | $695.70 per course |
Multiple payments
We pay once each course, so for example if you’re doing:
- 2 courses, you’ll get 2 payments
- an apprenticeship and an approved course at the same time, you’ll get 2 payments.
Tax
You don’t need to pay tax on Incidentals allowance.
Extra help
If you’re a tertiary, masters or doctorate student you may also get Additional Incidentals Allowance.