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3.2.4 YA exemption from full-time education/training for under 18s

Introduction

This section explains the situations in which YA recipients under 18 years of age may be given an exemption from the requirement to be in full-time education or training.

Act reference: SSAct section 542A Temporary incapacity exemption, section 542D Pre-natal and post-natal exemptions, section 542H Special circumstances exemption, section 543A(2A) Subject to subsection (2B), subsection 2 does not apply to the person …

Policy reference: SS Guide 1.2.1.20 Youth allowance (YA) - description, 3.2.3.10 Qualification for YA, 3.11.3 Suitable activities

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