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What’s your transition plan?

What’s your transition plan?. Planning & financing post-secondary education for students with permanent disabilities. Why post-secondary?. What do you expect from your post-secondary experience

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What’s your transition plan?

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  1. What’s your transition plan? Planning & financing post-secondary education for students with permanent disabilities

  2. Why post-secondary? What do you expect from your post-secondary experience Improve your chances of getting a job? Increase your earning potential? Enhance your job opportunities? Increase your knowledge and skills? What do you want to do after you finish your education? Pick a program that you will find interesting

  3. You need a career plan Planning doesn’t mean deciding what to do for the rest of your life If you’re in high school, the sooner you start planning, the more options you’ll have after graduation Do some research - contact the educational institution you are interested in and talk to a counselor Tap into resources such as OCCinfo, Edinfo and/or the booklet This is Your Life – a Career and Education Planning Guide – all available on the ALIS website www.alis.alberta.ca

  4. Making the transition You’re not alone! The jump to post-secondary studies can be tough, but there is help. An excellent reference is the “Transition Planning Guide for Students with Disabilities and their Families” available fordownload at www.alis.alberta.ca/disabilities Did you know? Students with permanent disabilities can take 40% or more of a full course load and be considered a full-time student

  5. You have lots of post-secondary education options to consider Public Colleges Private Colleges Universities Apprenticeship Programs Technical Schools Private Vocational Schools Where to Go? Explore your interests and passions These could possibly turn into a career like the videos seen at www.alis.alberta.ca/disabilities

  6. Where to Go? Technical Institutes Offer a variety of 1-2 year certificate and diploma programs and 4 year applied degrees Co-ordinate most apprenticeship programs in Alberta Work with businesses to tailor programs to meet labour market demands Private Vocational Schools Short-term diploma programs that offer job-specific training Often focus on one sector (e.g. technology or administration) May provide extra job search support to graduating student Funded through student tuition

  7. Where to Go? Apprentice Programs 60 designated trades and occupations in Alberta Programs range from 1 to 4 years in length Apprentices earn an income while learning a trade 80% on-the-job training and 20% classroom training You can begin apprenticeship in high school through the Registered Apprenticeship Program (RAP) Scholarships and financial assistance available for eligible apprentices Go to www.tradesecrets.gov.ab.ca for more information

  8. How will I pay for it? Savings Family contributions / RESP Scholarships and Bursaries Jobs: part-time and summer Apprenticeship/Fellowship Programs Government Student Assistance Student Loan Products from lending institutions

  9. Apprenticeship or Fellowship Programs Go to www.tradesecrets for more information Jobs It is expected that you work the summer before starting post-secondary and save about $360 a month – but, in special circumstances this requirement may be waived if you are unable to work because of a documented medical condition Part-time work during post-secondary may help cover some expenses Apprenticeship or Fellowship Programs Go to www.tradesecrets.org for more information

  10. Scholarships & Bursaries Scholarships are usually based on grades or other achievements Bursaries are usually based on demonstrated financial need Sources include government, your post-secondary school, community groups, and corporations Scholarship Connections www.alis.gov.ab.ca/scholarships

  11. Bank Student Loans Banks have financial programs for students, but there are key differences from government – sponsored loans The bank’s interest rate is not regulated and may be higher The loan is not interest-free while in school The loan may require a co-signer You will not have access to government's debt management tools if there is difficulty with repayment

  12. Allowable Expenses Resources Available Your Assistance – = More financial assistance is available for students with special circumstances like permanent disabilities Student Assistance How much can I borrow? Your assistance can include loans and grants Maximum loan for single student: $13,300/year(2 semesters – for 2010/2011 loan year)

  13. Do I get any breaks? Alberta Loan Relief Completion Payment: Alberta government may pay back part of larger loans, visit www.alis.alberta.cafor more information Tax CreditsIncome tax credit of 17% on interest paid on student loans Interest ReliefPayments on student loans can be suspended for a short time Debt Reduction: Government of Canada announced new Repayment Assistance Plan (RAP) for Canada Student Loans in August, 2009 visitwww.can.learnfor more information

  14. Alberta Student Loan Relief Program All students will be considered for Loan Relief Completion Payment at the completion of studies Go to www.alis.alberta.ca or call the Student Funding Contact Centre or more information

  15. Case Study: Lee Having a learning disability or psychiatric illness makes it hard to deal with the stresses of school. Learn to manage the challenges by creating a transition planning team. School: Program: Cost: NAIT Culinary Arts Program $ 6,380 Tuition, instruments and books$ 7,728 Rent, food, personal expenses, travel$ 6,155 Disability-related equipment/services Financing: $ 1,500 Savings$ 820 Parental Contribution$ 5,070 Canada Student Loan$ 4,715 Alberta Student Loan$ 2,000 Canada Grant-Permanent Disability$ 6,155 Canada Grant-Services/Equipment

  16. Cost Resources: Breakdown of Case Study Lee Tuition Mandatory feesBooks, supplies, instruments Living allowance (941 x 8 mo) + 200 travel Total Costs 4,5905901,2007,728 14,108 $$$$ $ 1500820 2,320 11,7856,155 17,940 Savings (exceeds expected contribution) Expected Contribution from parentsTotal Resources Calculated NeedDisability related equipment/services Total Award $$$ $ $ $

  17. Case Study: Jill From administrative assistant in a clinic to working in a research laboratory – yes it’s possible! School: Program: Cost: University of Alberta General Sciences $ 6,290 Tuition, fees and books$ 7,728 Rent, food, personal expenses$ 450 Learning Assessment Fee $ 3,860 Savings$ 4,065 Alberta Student Loan$ 4,090 Canada Student Loan$ 2,000 Canada Student Grant for Students with Permanent Disabilities$ 335 Canada Student Grant for Services and Equipment for Persons with Disabilities (covers 75% of learning assessment fee) Financing:

  18. Cost: Resources: Breakdown of Case Study Jill Tuition Mandatory feesBooks, supplies, instruments Living allowance Total Costs 4,8204701,0007,728 14,018 $$$$ $ Student contribution Total Resources Calculated need Calculated Need (Rounded)Learning Assessment (75%) Total Award 3,860 3,860 10,158 10,155355 10, 510 $ $ $ $$ $

  19. Case Study Pete Dream big! School: Program: Cost: Norquest College Accounting Technician $ 6,380 Tuition, instruments and books$ 7,728 Rent, food, personal expenses, travel$ 7,500 Disability-related equipment/ services $ 8,000 AISH$ 2,000 Canada Student Grant for Students with Permanent Disabilities$ 1,825 Canada Student Loan$ 2,555 Alberta Student Loan$ 7,500 Canada Student Grant for Services and Equipment for Students with Permanent Disabilities Financing:

  20. Cost Resources Breakdown of Case Study Pete Tuition Mandatory feesBooks, supplies, instruments Living allowance Total Costs 4,5905901,2007,728 13,756 $$$$ $ AISH Total Resources Calculated needTuition, fees, books Total AwardDisability related equipment/services Total 8,000 8,000 5,7566,380 6,3807,500 13,880 $ $ $$ $$ $

  21. Getting Help www.alis.alberta.ca, click on Students Finance www.canlearn.ca Student Funding Contact Centrein Edmonton 427–3722 or toll free in Canada 1-800-222-6485 Career Information Hotline: 1-800-661-3753 Alberta Service Centres/Canada-Alberta Service Centres High School Guidance Counsellors, disability service coordinator, or financial aid office at post-secondary educational institutions

  22. Thank you! QUESTIONS?

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