Guidelines

The learner's journey

Follow the step-by-step guide below to help you from start to finish. With just a few simple steps, you can take advantage of the StrongerBC future skills grant and begin your path toward new opportunities!

Step 1: Take the initiative

Follow your passion and get the skills for the next stage of your career. Whether you are looking to grow in your current role, advance professionally, transition into a new field or explore a completely different career path, the StrongerBC future skills grant can help you get there.

Need help deciding? Check out WorkBC tools to get you started:
 

You can also connect with WorkBC Employment Services for personalized guidance and support.

Step 2: Assess your eligibility

The StrongerBC future skills grant offers up to $3,500 for eligible short-term skills training at public post-secondary institutions across B.C. It is available to qualifying B.C. residents, regardless of your financial circumstances. Discover if you are eligible and take the next step toward your future.

Step 3: Choose and register for a program

Browse the catalogue on EducationPlannerBC to explore training programs that offer job-related skills for high-opportunity careers. Select a program that aligns with your career goals.

Once you have chosen which training to take, register directly with the public post-secondary institution or through EducationPlannerBC. Be sure to inform the institution that you intend to apply for the StrongerBC future skills grant toward your choice of program.

Step 4: Apply for the StrongerBC future skills grant online using your BC Services Card Account

Once you’ve registered for your selected training program at a public post-secondary institution, you can apply for the grant through the online portal with your BC Services Card Account.

Before starting your application, please ensure your BC Services Card Account is active and ready to use, as it is required to access the portal and verify your eligibility.

IMPORTANT! You must submit your application to the post-secondary institution before applying for the grant.