Funding Sources
FUNDING YOUR CAREER - INVEST IN YOUR FUTURE!

Financial Aid

The decision to invest in education and career training is one of the most important decisions you'll ever make. Once you've taken that important step, the next question is how to pay for it.

If you're looking for advice on your education financing we can help, with a variety of options that will assist you in upgrading your skills and building your career future.

The links below will provide you with further information on these options. For further information please call us at 519 371 6188 or contact us and speak with our Director.

Bank Solutions

Please talk to your bank for more information.  

Academy of Learning Interest Free Financing

Academy of Learning College provides interest free financing and low interest financing for longer payback periods.  Our in house financing will approve almost any credit score. For more information please call us at 519 371 6188 or contact our Director.

Human Resources Development Canada

Human Resources Development Canada, HRDC, has a number of programs, for eligible clients, contemplating specialized career training. Individuals who meet their criteria may be eligible for funding to attend the Academy of Learning.

It is necessary to consult a HRDC representative to explore relevant funding options available to you.  

Second Career Funding

What Is Second Career Funding?

Laid off? Looking for a new career? Second Career is an Ontario government program that can help you. Academy of Learning College will play an important role to assist you to get into this program so you will be able to:

  • Train for a new career
  • Find out what is needed in the job market
  • Learn about careers that build on your skills
  • Get financial support

How can it help you?

Second Career helps people get the training or education they need to get a good job. It provides financial help up to $28,000 to pay for tuition and things like:

  • Books
  • Living expenses
  • Help caring for dependents
  • Travel
  • Transportation
  • Disability supports
  • Other living and training costs

How does it work?

Second Career starts with a visit to an Employment Ontario assessment centre.

A counsellor will talk to you about your goals, and the kind of help you need. If Second Career is the right choice, the counsellor will help you prepare a training plan and apply for Second Career.

Our counsellors will help you get started and provide ongoing advice.

What will the counsellor need to know?

Your counsellor will want to know about:

  • Your work history
  • Your education and training
  • Your skills
  • Your interests

This will help you and your counsellor think about the kinds of careers you would enjoy, and be successful at.

What should I do now?

If you think Second Career might be right for you, visit an Employment Ontario assessment centre and learn more.

For more information call the toll free Employment Ontario phone number at 1-800-768-1157 or visit www.secondcareerontario.com
 

For your local Grey County Employment Assessment Centre please visit: http://www.ymcaowensound.on.ca/contact_us.cfm
 

For Your local Bruce County Employment Assessment Centre please visit:
http://www.vpi-inc.com

How do I apply?

For more information about how you can benefit from the Second Career Strategy, call us at 519 371 6188, or email info@academytraining.ca