9.11.3 Self-Employment and Small Business Provisions

Under DRCA, MRCA and the VVRS, clients considering self-employment may be provided with business related training (as described in following section), for example business management or particular technical expertise.

Any approval for assistance is subject to a thorough assessment indicating:

• that this activity is likely to result in sustainable employment;
• the types of support recommended (technical expertise, training, business planning, mentoring etc.);
• particular modifications to any equipment required for the workplace; and
• the likely viability of the business enterprise.

A rehabilitation plan which includes a self-employment objective is not able to provide:

• business loans;
• funding for tools of trade; or
• equipment needed to establish a business.