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Pre-Employment Certificate Program
Supports job-readiness certificate training
Last Update: April 27, 2026
Funding available
$ 125
Timeline
- Receipt of requests is now closed
Location
British Columbia, Canada
Overview
This program funds pre-employment certificates for school board partners. It supports entry-level job readiness through training such as first aid, Foodsafe, forklift training, and customer service, with an average cost of $125 per certificate.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Increase social or community impact
- Obtain certifications or accreditations
- Develop workforce skills
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 125 $
Timeline
- Receipt of requests is now closed
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Educational services
Location
- British Columbia
Legal structures
- Non-profit
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- All groups
Non-profit candidates
Sector of operation
- Primary and Secondary Education
Target groups
- Business owners / entrepreneurs
Revenue structures
- Fee-for-service model
Scope
- Regional
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Pre-employment certificate training for students.
Official resources
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- School board partners.
Eligible expenses
- Pre-employment certificate training costs.
Eligible geographic areas
- Vancouver School Board.
- Surrey School Board.
- New Westminster Senior Secondary.
Additional information
- The program has been running since 2017.
- It supports school board partners.
- About 250–300 certificates are funded each year.
Frequently Asked Questions about the Pre-Employment Certificate Program Program
What is the Pre-Employment Certificate Program?
This program funds pre-employment certificates for school board partners. It supports entry-level job readiness through training such as first aid, Foodsafe, forklift training, and customer service, with an average cost of $125 per certificate.
How much funding can be received?
Pre-Employment Certificate Program Funds up to $125 of admissible expenses.
Who is eligible for the Pre-Employment Certificate Program program?
To be eligible for the Pre-Employment Certificate Program program, you must:
School board partners only.
Student certificate training support.
What expenses are eligible under Pre-Employment Certificate Program?
Pre-employment certificate training for students.
Who can I contact for more information about the Pre-Employment Certificate Program?
You can contact STAND Foundation (STAND).
Where is the Pre-Employment Certificate Program available?
The Pre-Employment Certificate Program program is available the province of British Columbia.
Is the Pre-Employment Certificate Program a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Pre-Employment Certificate Program is a Grant and Funding