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OSAP for Microcredentials (Chang School Microcredentials at TMU)
Funding for approved microcredentials in Ontario
Last Update: April 21, 2026
Funding available
$ 5,000
Timeline
- Receipt of requests is now closed
Location
Ontario
Overview
OSAP for Microcredentials can provide up to $5,000 per study period for direct educational costs. It supports approved microcredentials, including tuition, mandatory fees, books, and equipment.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Obtain certifications or accreditations
- Develop workforce skills
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 5,000 $
Timeline
- Receipt of requests is now closed
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Educational services
- Health care and social assistance
Location
- Ontario
Legal structures
- All legal structures
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- All groups
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Short, focused workforce training through approved microcredentials.
- Skills upgrading through Chang School microcredential courses.
Documents Needed
- OSAP application
- Micro-credential Student Loan Agreement
- Required supporting documents
- Proof of enrolment confirmation
- Banking information
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Students enrolled in OSAP-approved microcredential programs.
- Students at Toronto Metropolitan University (TMU) Chang School microcredentials.
Who is not eligible
- Students in non-OSAP-approved microcredentials.
- Students who have not paid and registered for the microcredential.
- Students whose OSAP loans are not in good standing.
Eligible expenses
- Tuition.
- Mandatory program fees.
- Books.
- Equipment, excluding technology such as a laptop.
Ineligible Costs and Activities
- Technology costs such as laptops.
- Costs for non-OSAP-approved courses.
- Late fees.
Eligible geographic areas
- Ontario.
Processing and Agreement
- The institution reviews OSAP eligibility after the microcredential and funding application are submitted.
- Enrolment is confirmed before funding is released.
- Processing status can be tracked in the OSAP Document Processing Tracker.
- Funding is disbursed according to the program schedule.
Additional information
- OSAP for microcredentials is provided by the provincial government only.
- Students must accept both grant and loan funding; there is no grant-only option.
- Funding is released after enrolment is confirmed.
- Approved microcredentials must be listed by the institution or OSAP.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the OSAP for Microcredentials (Chang School Microcredentials at TMU) Program
Here are answers to the most common questions about the OSAP for Microcredentials (Chang School Microcredentials at TMU). This section explains what the program is, how much funding is available, eligibility requirements, application deadlines, and other important details to help you determine if this grant is right for your business.
What is the OSAP for Microcredentials (Chang School Microcredentials at TMU)?
OSAP for Microcredentials can provide up to $5,000 per study period for direct educational costs. It supports approved microcredentials, including tuition, mandatory fees, books, and equipment.
How much funding can be received?
OSAP for Microcredentials (Chang School Microcredentials at TMU) Funds up to $5,000 of admissible expenses.
Who is eligible for the OSAP for Microcredentials (Chang School Microcredentials at TMU) program?
To be eligible for the OSAP for Microcredentials (Chang School Microcredentials at TMU) program, you must:
Enrolled in an OSAP-approved microcredential.
Ontario resident.
OSAP loans in good standing.
What expenses are eligible under OSAP for Microcredentials (Chang School Microcredentials at TMU)?
Short, focused workforce training through approved microcredentials.
Skills upgrading through Chang School microcredential courses.
Who can I contact for more information about the OSAP for Microcredentials (Chang School Microcredentials at TMU)?
You can contact Toronto Metropolitan University (TMU) by email at none or by phone at none.
Where is the OSAP for Microcredentials (Chang School Microcredentials at TMU) available?
The OSAP for Microcredentials (Chang School Microcredentials at TMU) program is available the province of Ontario.
Is the OSAP for Microcredentials (Chang School Microcredentials at TMU) a grant, loan, or tax credit?
OSAP for Microcredentials (Chang School Microcredentials at TMU) is a Grant and Funding