Have you decided on a program of study? Your next step is to explore education and training program options. Make your career goal a reality with the help of the resources provided in this section.
Choosing a School
Not sure where to go to complete your program? Use Education Planner to learn more about B.C.’s 25 public post-secondary institutions. You’ll find information on admission requirements, program availability, application dates, tuition costs and more.
Visit the post-secondary institutions website for a closer look at each institution.
Transferring Schools
Changing programs, schools or provinces? The BC Transfer Guide explains the process of transferring inside and outside of B.C. It discusses how to gain credit for coursework completed in another program, course or institution.
Private Post-Secondary Education and Training
B.C. also has a number of private degree-granting and private career training institutions. You may want to check them out for information on programs of interest.
Make sure that during your search you’re aware of the rules and regulations guiding private post-secondary education. You'll want to know which programs and institutions are authorized to grant degrees in B.C. Also check this list of institutions that are not authorized to grant degrees in or from B.C.
Quality Assurance for Education in B.C.
Education Quality Assurance (EQA) is B.C.'s brand for quality post-secondary education institutions. Look for this logo as a symbol of quality.
Visit the B.C. Education Quality Assurance site for more information and a list of EQA approved institutions.
Green Education and Training
Looking to take your career in a green direction? Check out Skilled, Qualified & Sustainable: A Reference Guide to Green Education & Training in British Columbia. It provides an overview of green education and training opportunities offered at public and private post-secondary institutions in B.C.
The guide also features specialized training programs for youth and First Nations. Check out the uniquely green-focused programs offered at B.C.'s public institutions.
International Students
Thinking about studying in B.C.? Go to LearnLive BC. It provides everything you need to know about B.C. as a world-class study destination.
WelcomeBC and the British Columbia Council for International Education (BCCIE) are also very useful resources for helping those interested in pursuing an education in B.C.
Visit Study in BC to learn about why B.C. is currently the leading destination for international students in Canada.
Apprenticeships
Considering a career in the trades? There are many opportunities for skilled trades workers in B.C. Visit the Industry Training Authority (ITA) website to learn about provincial apprenticeship programs. The ITA also offers programs for:
- Women in Trades Training (WITT)
- Aboriginal Initiatives
- Immigrants and Internationally Trained Workers
- ACE IT – For Youth
- Secondary School Apprenticeships
Applying for Programs
Wondering how to apply to a post-secondary program in B.C.? The British Columbia Council on Admissions & Transfer (BCCAT) provides a general guide to admissions.
Use the Post-Secondary Application Service of BC (PASBC) to apply online to any of B.C.’s public post-secondary schools.
Success Story: Keri
When her youngest child started school, Keri, 39, started working toward a career as an electrician. “As soon as I tried it, I loved it," she says. Her apprenticeship will provide hands-on experience and supervision from an experienced electrical journeyperson as well as a good wage.
Source: Industry Training Authority (ITA) Women in Trades Training (WITT)
