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 How important is an education for getting a
job? You decide...
High school dropouts have the highest unemployment
rates in Nova Scotia while University graduates have the lowest unemployment
rates in Nova Scotia.
High school dropouts have the lowest average
annual income while University graduates have the highest average
annual income.
There are exceptions to every rule but the
picture is clear …Finishing high school is a big step in
the right direction! On-line educational resources include:
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General
Educational
Development (GED)
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This international high school
equivalency program will let you earn an official Grade 12
secondary school standing. |
Nova
Scotia
Community Colleges |
The province's 14 Community
Colleges offer certificate, diploma, and advanced diploma
programs in applied arts, trades, business, health, human
services, technical and technology fields. |
| Private
Career Colleges |
Offering occupational training
courses in a wide range of areas including Truck Driving,
Information Technology, Multimedia, Travel, Tourism, Business
Education, Massage Therapy, Esthetics, Natural Health, and
more. |
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Universities
and Colleges
of Canada
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Provides a directory with
links to all Canadian Universities and Colleges. |
| SchoolFinder.com |
This site does just what it
says! Search over 600 schools to find just the right program
or course for you! |
| GetEducated.com |
Distance education is for
people who are not able to attend a regular classroom. This
site provides a directory of Distance Education and on-line
training programs. |
Financing your Education
Finding the money to pay for your education
or training program can be difficult. On-line financial resources
include:
| Student
Loans |
The Nova Scotia Department
of Education web site has everything you need to know about
the Canada and Nova Scotia Student Loans Programs. You can
apply on-line! |
| StudentAwards.com |
A free search service designed
to help high school seniors, university and college students
find information on scholarships, bursaries, grants and
other forms of financial assistance. |
| HRSDC
Financial Assistance and Entitlements |
Provides access to information
on financial support and other programs. |
General Information Web sites for
Education and Training
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