The FCSSBC Youth Education Bursary
Established by Federation members in 2009, the Youth Education Bursary assists young people, ages 30 or younger, that are in or have been in care, and want to pursue a career in the field of human and social services. Youth can apply each year they are in school, and, if eligible, may receive funding each year they apply, as we share a long-term interest in their studies and development into social services professionals. The bursary is available up to a maximum of $2,000 per academic year (two semesters).
How to Apply:
The bursary is available to a maximum of $2,000 per academic year (two semesters).
You can still apply for the bursary if you are receiving other bursaries and/or a tuition waiver.
Bursary funds are given directly to the academic institution for deposit into the student’s account.
Bursary funds must be used within 18 months (for recipients in 2024, funds must be used by the January semester of 2026).
You can apply for the bursary more than once. This means you can be awarded the bursary multiple years in a row.
If you have any questions about the bursary, please contact info@fcssbc.ca.
How to Apply:
The bursary is available to a maximum of $2,000 per academic year (two semesters).
You can still apply for the bursary if you are receiving other bursaries and/or a tuition waiver.
Bursary funds are given directly to the academic institution for deposit into the student’s account.
Bursary funds must be used within 18 months (for recipients in 2024, funds must be used by the January semester of 2026).
You can apply for the bursary more than once. This means you can be awarded the bursary multiple years in a row.
If you have any questions about the bursary, please contact info@fcssbc.ca.
Main Page: https://fcssbc.ca/about/contact-us/
Contact Page: https://fcssbc.ca/programs/youth-education-bursary/
Details
Disabilities
Acquired Brain Injury, Autism Spectrum Disorder, Autonomic Dysfunctions/Dysautonomia, Behaviour Disorders and Conditions (ie. ADHD), Blind / Visual Impairment, Cerebral Palsy, Chronic Pain, Circadian Rhythm Disorders , Deaf / Hard of Hearing, Deaf-Blind, Down Syndrome , Dual Diagnosis, Epilepsy / Seizure Disorder, Fetal Alcohol Syndrome / Spectrum Disorders , Intellectual / Developmental Disability, Learning Disorder / Disability, Long-COVID/Myalgic Encephalomyelitis, Mental Health , Neuromuscular Disorders, Other / I don't know, Paraplegia / Quadriplegia, Physical Disability / Mobility Impairment, Schizophrenia , Speech Impairment / Social / Communication Disorders, Spina Bifida, Substance Use/Addiction
Age
17-30
Eligibility
In order to be eligible for the Federation Youth Education Bursary, you must meet all of the following criteria:
1. You are currently in care or you are a former youth in care in the province of BC. This includes being under a continuing custody order (CCO), temporary custody order (TCO, Voluntary Agreement or Special Needs Agreement), or a Youth Agreement under British Columbia’s Child, Family and Community Services Act.
2. You are a Canadian Citizen or Permanent Resident.
3. You are 30 years old or younger in the year of your application.
4. You are currently attending or plan on enrolling into a post-secondary academic program in a recognized Canadian public post-secondary institution. If you are unsure whether your school is a recognized Canadian public institution, consult the list of Public Institutions on the BC Ministry of Advanced Education website.
5. Your education plans relate to a career in the field of Human and Social Services. Examples include Social Work, Counselling, Child & Youth Care, Psychology, Community, Family & Child Studies, Gerontology & Social Work, Mental Health & Addictions, Pre-Social Work.
If you have questions about whether your area of study qualifies, please contact info@fcssbc.ca.
1. You are currently in care or you are a former youth in care in the province of BC. This includes being under a continuing custody order (CCO), temporary custody order (TCO, Voluntary Agreement or Special Needs Agreement), or a Youth Agreement under British Columbia’s Child, Family and Community Services Act.
2. You are a Canadian Citizen or Permanent Resident.
3. You are 30 years old or younger in the year of your application.
4. You are currently attending or plan on enrolling into a post-secondary academic program in a recognized Canadian public post-secondary institution. If you are unsure whether your school is a recognized Canadian public institution, consult the list of Public Institutions on the BC Ministry of Advanced Education website.
5. Your education plans relate to a career in the field of Human and Social Services. Examples include Social Work, Counselling, Child & Youth Care, Psychology, Community, Family & Child Studies, Gerontology & Social Work, Mental Health & Addictions, Pre-Social Work.
If you have questions about whether your area of study qualifies, please contact info@fcssbc.ca.
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