Better Jobs Ontario

Before choosing a program, confirm that Better Jobs Ontario applies to you.

You may be eligible if one or more of the following apply:

• Laid off or currently unemployed
• Unemployed or underemployed for 12+ weeks and part of a low-income household
• Receiving Employment Insurance (EI), Ontario Works (OW), or Ontario Disability Support Program (ODSP)

Review official eligibility criteria on the Better Jobs Ontario website.

Find an Employment Ontario office near you by visiting feat.findhelp.ca

Once you’ve identified a provider, book an appointment with an employment counsellor.

Your counsellor will:

• Confirm whether Better Jobs Ontario is right for you
• Help you understand the application and timelines
• Guide you on required documentation and labour-market research 

Once you and your Employment Ontario counsellor confirm that training is appropriate, you can begin selecting a program.

Explore Alpha Career College programs that align with:

• Program length (2 years or less; many are 46-52 weeks)
• Your career goals and prior experience

Your counsellor will ask for the following information (Alpha Career College can help provide this):

• Program name and credential (e.g., Developmental Services Worker Diploma) 
• Program length and delivery (online / in-person / hybrid)
• Start and end dates
• Admission requirements
• Full tuition and fee breakdown
• Course list and, if needed, National Occupational Classification (NOC) code connected to your career goal

As part of the Better Jobs Ontario process, you must compare at least three training providers, including:

• One public college of applied arts and technology, and
• One private career college

Better Jobs Ontario funding decisions consider the most cost-effective option that meets your training and employment goals.

Once your counsellor confirms your program selection, you may submit your application to Alpha Career College.

Select an  Alpha Career College Program and apply in-person or online through the Online Application Form.

When completing the application:

• In the Financial Support section, select “Employment Sponsored – Better Jobs Ontario Applicant”
• A registration fee applies at the time of application

For application assistance, contact an Admissions Advisor at 1-437-826-9676.

After submitting your online application and paying the program registration fee, an Admissions Advisor will contact you within 48 hours to confirm next steps.

Once you are admitted to your chosen program, Alpha Career College will issue:

• A Letter of Acceptance or Conditional Offer of Admission, and
• A Better Jobs Ontario Cost Estimate

This information will be sent to you by email from the Admissions team.

Once you receive your Better Jobs Ontario Cost Estimate, submit the following documents to your Employment Ontario case manager:

• Better Jobs Ontario Cost Estimate Letter
• Alpha Career College Letter of Acceptance (or Conditional Offer)
• Tuition or fee invoice

Your case manager will review your package and submit it to the Ministry of Labour, Immigration, Training and Skills Development (MLITSD) for funding consideration.

Once your Better Jobs Ontario contract is approved and signed by MLITSD, submit a copy to Alpha Career College by one of the following methods:

• Email: admissions@alphacareercollege.com
• In person: Bring a copy to the administrative office and present it to an Enrolment Advisor.

Secure Your Seat

To hold your seat in the program, you must pay a non-refundable $250 tuition deposit by the deadline indicated on your invoice, which will be applied toward your tuition.

Once your funding is confirmed and your seat is secured, you can register for classes and officially begin your program at Alpha Career College.

Ready to embark on a new career path?

Better Jobs Ontario (BJO) is a provincial program offering a grant to support eligible individuals with the cost of tuition, books, supplies, transportation and basic living expenses. The program is administered through Employment Ontario (EO) offices. Funding approval is solely determined by the government and is not guaranteed by Alpha Career College.

You may be eligible for Better Jobs Ontario if you meet all of the following conditions: 

• You have been laid off and are unemployed, or are working limited or temporary hours after a layoff
• OR you have been unemployed for 12 weeks or longer and are part of a low-income household
• You are a resident of Ontario
• You are a Canadian citizen or permanent resident and are legally authorized to work in Canada
• You work with an Employment Ontario counsellor, who confirms your eligibility and approves your training plan

Please see the Better Jobs Ontario (BJO) Application Form & Guide for more information.

You may qualify if you're unemployed, underemployed, laid off or receiving social assistance. Your Employment Ontario (EO) counsellor will assess your eligibility.

You can view the following list of  Better Jobs Ontario eligible programs. If you are considering a program which is not listed, please check with your EO counsellor to make sure it is eligible. If so, please get their approval in writing and contact admissions@alphacareercollege to let them know.

If you need help navigating your options, please email us at admissions@alphacareercollege.com.

Yes. You are responsible for researching and selecting a program that aligns with in-demand occupations and qualifies as a BJO eligible program.

We cannot complete your application, but we can help answer any questions you may have about studying at Alpha Career College. Your EO counsellor can assist you in finding a suitable program for you and with your application. To confirm information about your Alpha Career College program, please visit the applicable program web page.

For more information, visit the Better Jobs Ontario website and find an Employment Ontario Service Provider  in your area. You can also book an appointment online.

There are two parts to the Better Jobs Ontario application process: the OCAS program application and the BJO funding application. It can take months to complete, so we recommend you start your research and application process early — at least two to three months before your program begins.

Visit the program web page of your program of interest. Tuition fee details can be found under the “costs” tab.

If you need help navigating your options, please contact us at admissions@alphacareercollege.com.

Some longer programs may be considered if aligned with labour market demand. If you are considering a program which is not included on the list of Better Jobs Ontario eligible programs at Alpha Career College, please check with your EO counsellor to make sure it is eligible.

Download Alpha Career College's important academic dates.

Search for NOC codes that match your intended job: NOC Search.

In most cases, you may not be eligible to receive funding from both OSAP and BJO at the same time. However, in certain cases where BJO does not cover all program costs, you may be eligible to apply for OSAP to cover remaining expenses. To discuss your specific circumstance, please speak with your EO counsellor for more information.

Alpha Career College's Enrollment Advisors offer support for students with disabilities, mental health needs, or learning accommodations. Connect early to discuss your needs at admissions@alphacareercollege.com.

Your journey starts by applying for a program that you're interested in. Once you receive your offer of admission, the next steps will be communicated to you via email by the admissions department.