​Post Secondary Institutions
 Explore the wide range of B.C. post-secondary education options for pursuing your potential career options and help you achieve your goals. Institutes and programs can address your unique needs whether it be at a university, college or institute, find an apprenticeship or create another path that works for you. 
Learn all about your some of the options available to you here:

Post Secondary Institutes

Trades Programs

Not sure which trade you're interested in?  Check out the links below for a list of trades in BC
SkilledTradesBC
Trades Training BC

Entrance Requirements

Most trades programs require a C or high in Math 10 or higher & English 12 for entrance. 

If a student does not meet these requirements, there is the option to write a University entrance exam to demonstrate competency in Math & English, and gain entrance. 

Entrance Exam Links
ACCUPLACER 
UFV Placement Tests

Foundation Program versus Apprenticeship Route
The Foundation (formerly known as Trade Entry) program provides the knowledge and skills needed for entry into an industry trades occupation and may precede entry into an apprenticeship program. Foundation programs involve minimal employment-based training and vary in length typically from 24 weeks to 48 weeks in length. 

Apprenticeship programs provide the knowledge and skills required of a certified tradesperson. These programs involve a combination of work-based training and technical training leading to a provincial and/or national industry training credential. Apprenticeship programs vary in length, though most take about 4 years to complete.
FUNDING
Concerned about financing your academic or trades pathways? Career Advisors will help you navigate options including free online courses, dual credit, scholarships, bursaries, grants, First Nations support, Women in Trades funding, WorkBC and many more. We are here to help!