Taipei City Expands Lifelong Learning Voucher Program to 18-Year-Olds, Increasing Subsidies to 10,000 Slots
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Taipei City's Department of Education is transforming its lifelong learning voucher program, lowering the eligibility age from 55 to 18 and expanding subsidized slots from 2,400 to 10,000. The program aims to encourage citizens of all ages to participate in learning at Taipei's 12 community colleges.
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- Q: Who is eligible for the Taipei City Lifelong Learning Voucher?
- A: The program is now open to citizens aged 18 and above. Previously, it was only for those aged 55 and above.
- Q: How many subsidized slots are available?
- A: The total number of subsidized slots has been increased to 10,000, up from 2,400.
- Q: What are the subsidy amounts?
- A: For the 'Elderly Citizen Group' (55+), new students receive NT$2,000 and returning students receive NT$1,000. For the 'General Citizen Group' (18-54), new students receive NT$2,000 and returning students receive NT$1,000.
- Q: Are there any special provisions for low-income individuals?
- A: Yes, citizens with low-income or low-middle income status do not need to enter the lottery and will receive NT$3,000 in tuition credits upon online registration.
- Q: What kind of courses are offered at community colleges?
- A: Courses are diverse and include language learning, legal knowledge, health and fitness, natural ecology, and craft skills, among others.