Will i be entitled to NHS LSF?

hannahf1993

Hi guys,
I started my nursing degree about 3 years ago, i think i got 2 payments but i had to leave due to a bad situation i was in at the time..
im now ready to start my degree again but i need to start at year 1 as i’ve decided to go for learning disability nursing (i was doing mental health before) and starting at a completely different uni. would i still be entitled to lsf?

thank you xx

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normaw

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Original post by hannahf1993

Hi guys,
I started my nursing degree about 3 years ago, i think i got 2 payments but i had to leave due to a bad situation i was in at the time..
im now ready to start my degree again but i need to start at year 1 as i’ve decided to go for learning disability nursing (i was doing mental health before) and starting at a completely different uni. would i still be entitled to lsf?

thank you xx

It is my understanding that you should be if you course is at a uni in England. It's worth checking with the NHS LSF though (they are usually quick to respond to queries):

https://www.nhsbsa.nhs.uk/nhs-learning-support-fund-lsf/contact-nhs-learning-support-fund

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Lexie1995

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You will still be eligible for it ☺️ they can give for up to 4 years

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hannahf1993

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Original post by Lexie1995

You will still be eligible for it ☺️ they can give for up to 4 years

thank you! xx

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hannahf1993

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Original post by Lexie1995

You will still be eligible for it ☺️ they can give for up to 4 years

do you know if i’d be able to get it if i repeated my mental health year at all? same course different uni xxx

Reply 5

normaw

Volunteer Section Leader, Clearing and Applications Advisor

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Original post by hannahf1993

do you know if i’d be able to get it if i repeated my mental health year at all? same course different uni xxx

It is best to check with the NHS LSF directly - another student won't be able to answer this for you with certainty. You might be required to provide evidence of mitigating circumstances if you want to continue with the same course.

https://faq.nhsbsa.nhs.uk/knowledgebase/article/KA-01233/en-us

Also note re the post above, there is nothing on the NHS LSF website or in the guidance booklet saying that you can get the NHS LSF for up to four years.
https://www.nhsbsa.nhs.uk/sites/default/files/2024-04/NHS%20LSF%20guidance%20booklet%202023-24%20%28V3%29%2004.2024%20-%20ac%20checked.pdf

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Will i be entitled to NHS LSF?

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