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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
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.
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.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the Pre-Employment Certificate Program Program
Here are answers to the most common questions about the Pre-Employment Certificate Program. 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 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) by email at none or by phone at none.
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