There is a general student service charge of €200 (subject to acceptance on a course). This charge covers the cost of class materials, photocopying, internet use, equipment and organisation of special events e.g. graduation. Fees for each course vary and the exact amount can be accessed on the webpage for that particular course. There is a PLC Programme Participant Contribution (Government Levy) of €200. Below are the categories of learner who are exempt from paying the government levy.

• Full medical card holders in their own right and their dependent children.
• Those who are eligible under the student grant scheme.
• Those in receipt of the Back to Education Allowance (BTEA) or Vocational Training Opportunities Scheme (VTOS) allowances.