Two main sources of funding may be available to eligible students. One is through British Columbia Student Assistance Program (BCSAP), and the other is through Human Resources and Skills Development Canada (HRSDC).
Canada student loans are available for the following full-time certificate programs:
Note: Part-time programs are not eligible for student loans.
The Ministry of Advanced Education, Student Services Branch is responsible for financial assistance to students under the British Columbia Student Assistance Program (BCSAP).
Correspondence Mailing Address:
Ministry of Advanced Education
Student Services Branch
PO Box 9173
Stn Prov Govt
Victoria, BC V8W 9H7
Telephone Numbers:
Victoria: 250.387.6100
BC Lower Mainland: 604.660.2610
Anywhere else in BC: 1.800.561.1818
Fax Numbers:
Victoria: 250.387.4858
Anywhere else in BC: 1.888.262.2112
Website: http://www.aved.gov.bc.ca/studentaidbc/welcome.htm or
http://www.servicecanada.gc.ca/en/goc/cslp.shtml
If you are interested in attending UBC Continuing Studies full-time, funding assistance may be available from The Ministry of Advanced Education in the form of a Canada Student Loan. If you qualify for assistance, the amount of funding you receive will depend on your individual situation.
Application forms and instructions for completing the forms, are available online at: http://www.aved.gov.bc.ca/studentaidbc/welcome.htm
Forms may also be picked up at UBC Brock Hall, Financial Aid Office. Government agents and Employment Insurance offices also have the forms available.
It can take up to six weeks for Canada Student Loans to arrive at a decision. Policies and procedures vary. Please contact the Canada Student Loans office for details.
The program codes you will require for the student loan application form, are:
The maximum amount of Canada Student Loan money available varies according to the program.
| Loan amounts available from Aug 1, 2011 to Jul 31, 2012 | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Program | Tuition Fee | Max. Without Dependents | Max. With Dependents |
| Project Management Intensive | $9,200 | $5,440 | $8,670 |
Canada Student Loans will advise you of their decision in writing. Payments will be made directly to the student.
UBC Continuing Studies is required to submit monthly reports to Canada Student Loans. If for any reason a student's enrollment is terminated, funding will cease and the student is responsible for any outstanding tuition and other related expenses.
If you have any questions, please contact your Canada Student Loan office.
Please note: The application process takes four to six weeks so we recommend you apply as soon as possible.
Eligible participants receive financial assistance to complete a course or program of instruction. Applicants must demonstrate that their choice of skills training represents the most direct route to employment.
Phone: 1-800-622-6232
Official Website: http://www.hrsdc.gc.ca/
Visit: Service Canada
Funding may be provided to participants to cover all or a portion of the following costs:
The level of funding is negotiated on an individual basis and is usually for a period of up to one year.
Participants are unemployed people who meet the following conditions when they request assistance:
Participants should contact a Service Canada Centre to be referred to a case manager. The case manager will determine if the program is appropriate. If appropriate, the individual and case manager will develop a Return to Work action plan outlining how participation in the program will lead to employment.
The applicant will also provide documentation that includes the course outline, tuition costs and personal finances.
An official reviews all applications, assessments and action plans. If approved, participants are responsible for enrolling in the course and paying any related costs. Skills Development applications must be approved before the course or program begins.
Residents of the Lower Mainland may contact a case management service listed here http://www1.servicecanada.gc.ca/en/gateways/where_you_live/regions/offices/bc.shtml
Information on Education and Training services available to Canadians can be found here http://www.servicecanada.gc.ca/en/subjects/education/index.shtml
Note: The application process takes four to six weeks so we recommend you apply as soon as possible.
