Enrolment - Additional Details - Selecting the Appropriate Source of Funding

Introduction

This article provides a guide on selecting the appropriate source of funding during the enrolment process on the Bud platform. It covers the different funding options available, such as Levy, Non-Levy, and reserved funds, and explains how to accurately capture this information in the system. By following these instructions, users can ensure that the funding details are correctly recorded, which is essential for compliance and accurate reporting.

 

User

  • Trainer 
  • Operations Manager
  • General Administrator 

How to: Select the Appropriate Source of Funding 

When completing the employer details within the additional details section Bud, users can capture how the application will be funded with the following options:

  • Levy
  • Non-Levy - funded through ESFA Contract
  • Non-Levy accessing reserved funds
  • Non-Levy accessing Levy Transfer

The same question will be presented when you edit an application or complete a change of employer for a learner.

The options will be reflected in the application documentation and will update the ILR to accurately report the correct ACT codes:

  • Is Levy (ACT-1)
  • Is Non-Levy - funded through ESFA Contract (ACT-2)
  • Is Non-Levy payer, accessing Reserved Funds (ACT-1)
  • Is Non-Levy payer, accessing Levy Transfer (ACT-1)

Please note to be eligible for the extra support for small employers and consequently, the Small Employer Waiver (ILR: SEM1) code be applied the learner's employer size, age at start of programme and EHCP status are all taken into account.