OSAP for Micro-credentials (Ontario)

Government of Ontario (Ontario Student Assistance Program)

Access loans and grants through the Ontario Student Assistance Program (OSAP) for rapid training in in-demand skills at postsecondary schools across Ontario.

Published by G Paul · last checked September 24, 2026

Level

Certificate

Open to

Ontario

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What you will need

Registration with an Ontario postsecondary institution in an OSAP-approved micro-credential program
An active OSAP (Ontario Student Assistance Program — the provincial office that manages student financial aid) account
Completed application for financial assistance submitted through the OSAP online portal

About this award

No fixed dollar amount is posted for these awards — contact Government of Ontario (Ontario Student Assistance Program) to confirm the value of the loans and grants available for your specific micro-credential before you apply. This is for you if you are looking to retrain, upgrade your skills, or pivot your career to find new employment. No deadline is posted publicly — before you start the application, check Government of Ontario (Ontario Student Assistance Program)'s program page or call their office to confirm when applications open and close this year. OSAP offers these loans and grants to eligible learners with financial need. Ask Government of Ontario (Ontario Student Assistance Program) during your application how the money will reach you — some awards pay students directly, others apply funds to tuition. Confirm this so you can plan your cash flow. Renewal conditions aren't listed — if you're counting on this for multiple years, confirm with Government of Ontario (Ontario Student Assistance Program) whether it's one-time or renewable and what you need to maintain.

Who qualifies

You may be eligible for OSAP loans and grants if you enrol in one of the hundreds of micro-credentials approved for financial assistance through the Ontario Student Assistance Program (OSAP — the provincial office that manages student financial aid). These are rapid training programs offered by postsecondary education institutions across the province that take less time to complete than degrees or diplomas. They are designed to help you get the skills employers need.

This is what the award's official page said when we last checked. Rules change, so confirm on the award's official page before you apply.

Canadian citizen or permanent resident
Open to certificate students
Resident of Ontario
Studying health care, advanced manufacturing, electric vehicles, critical minerals, mental health services/accessibility or housing

How to apply

Read the award's official page
Check you meet every requirement, and note each document they ask for.
Check this year's deadline
We don't have a confirmed date for this round. The award's official page will have it.

Tips for applying

Program ChoiceAvoid picking a course based only on the title. Instead, use the micro-credentials portal to ensure the specific program is OSAP-approved for funding. Check the portal first before registering with a school.
School RegistrationAvoid applying for funding before you have a spot in a program. Instead, register with your chosen postsecondary institution directly first. Once you are registered, you can then apply for the financial aid.
StrategyAvoid ignoring your local college or university's own website. Instead, compare the portal listings with the direct offerings from your nearest school. You may find more localized options that fit your schedule.
RealismAvoid expecting these to replace a full degree. Instead, view these as fast ways to gain a specific skill or certification to bridge a gap in your resume. Focus on the 'in-demand' labels to maximize your employment chances.

Questions students ask

How do I apply?

Use the Apply on the official site button on this page: it opens the official application page in a new tab.

When is the deadline?

We don't have a confirmed deadline for this one. Check the award's official page for this year's date.

Can international students apply?

No. You need to be a Canadian citizen or permanent resident.

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FundMyCourse.ca · checked Sep 24, 2026