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Time to Choose...a Post-Secondary Education Program 2017-2018

Get up-to-date details about post-secondary options, programs, schools, application deadlines, student funding, transfer credits and more.
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How do I manage my money so I can pay off my student loans?

Committed to paying back your student loans? Excellent! It’s a good idea to aim to be debt-free as soon as possible, even if it takes some sacrifice. You could save a lot of money in interest over the long run.
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Occupations in Alberta

Need help finding a job that fits who you are? You’ve come to the right place—you’ll find more than 550 occupations to choose from. Learn what subjects you’ll need to take and whether your personality suits the job. Discover how much you can earn and what your duties will be. It is your path to plan. Get started now.
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Know Yourself

When you know yourself, you can create a career plan based on what's important to you. Knowing yourself involves asking questions like what inspires me? What is important to me, and what do I like? Take one or more of the quizzes to help you map your career path.
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Scholarships and Bursaries

Did you know there are hundreds of scholarships and bursaries that could help pay for your education?
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Loans and Grants

Alberta Student Aid helps eligible post–secondary students meet the basic costs of learning and living so they can achieve their educational goals.
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Alberta and Regional Job Banks

Opportunities exist all over Alberta. Helpful links have been grouped together to get you started.
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Plan Your Career

Plan Your Career

Follow These 4 Steps to Plan Your Career

Career planning helps you make decisions throughout your career, whether you are just starting or planning retirement. Follow these 4 steps to plan your career.
Plan Your Career

Discover How Career Planning Can Help You

Career planning is a lifelong process that can help you manage important life and work decisions. Find out how you can benefit from it.
Plan Your Career

Identify Your Abilities and Interests

You probably want a career that suits your abilities and interests. But what is the best fit? Try these tools to help you identify some possible career paths.
Plan Your Career

Get Help With Career Planning

Discover online resources. You can also get career advice from the Career Information Hotline at 1–800–661–3753. In Edmonton, call 780–422–4266.
Plan Your Career

Still in High School? Start Planning Your Career Now

Thinking about post-secondary education or training? Or maybe moving into the world of work? Check out these resources to help you on your career path.
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FAQs: Learn More About Occupations

Starting a career or thinking of a new line of work? Find up-to-date information on occupations that interest you, from what you'll do to what you'll earn.
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Explore Education & Training

Explore Education and Training

Plan Your Education

Once you know what you want to do, find the training program that is right for you.
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Explore School and Program Options

Once you've identified a career direction and the education and training you need to make it a reality, your next step is to explore schools and programs.
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Pay for Your Education

Whether you’re enrolling in a post-secondary program right out of high school or as a mature student, you’re probably wondering how to pay for your education.
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Learn About Apprenticeship

An apprenticeship is a post-secondary education program that combines work experience, on-the-job and technical training.
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Need a High School Diploma?

You may or may not have to go back to school to get the qualifications you need for the post–secondary program you want.
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Ready to Go Back to High School?

Having a plan for the future and knowing what direction you want to go will help you choose the best way to finish high school.
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Plan for Graduate School

Are you interested in pursuing further education beyond your bachelor's degree? Not sure where to start or how to decide if it's right for you?
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Look for Work

Look for Work

Find Work

Find work that fits your skills, accomplishments and preferences. Check out hundreds of job opportunities—from regional, municipal, industry and employer postings to employment agencies and student job banks.
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Interviews and Offers

The interview process involves 3 steps—preparing for the interview, succeeding in the interview and handling the job offer.
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Resumés and References

A well written resumé and good references are both key to your work search. Find out how to craft a high impact resumé and who to ask to be your the references.
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Labour Market Information

Labour market (job market) information tells you about the current work and job environments. It includes information about specific companies, industries and occupations.
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Job Loss

Losing a job is one of the most stressful things a person can face. It can happen to anyone, anytime. The good news is that there are resources and tips to help you take care of the basics following a job loss.
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Work Search Online

The Internet is a great tool for finding job leads and connecting with employers. You can apply for a job online or learn to protect your online identity when you set up a social media account.
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Succeed at Work

Succeed at Work

Explore Ways to Improve Your Work

Here are some workplace resources that can help you advance your career.
Succeed at Work

Be Safe at Work

Stay healthy and safe on the job. Learn how to spot danger, use safety equipment, report injuries and share health and safety concerns with employers.
Succeed at Work

Manage Challenges

This section offers suggestions and support to help you handle the challenges that might stand between you and your career and work goals.
Succeed at Work

Learn About Employment Laws and Standards

Find information about Alberta employment regulations, legislation and standards to make your workplace safe and productive.
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Order Publications

Current, well-researched and easy-to-understand career planning, learning, employment, and labour market information resources are available free of charge in Alberta, Northwest Territories and Nunavut.
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MyWorkQuest

If you’re graduating from school, looking for your first job or just thinking about what you want to do in the future, MyWorkQuest can help.

Career Information Hotline

Need advice about career, education and employment options in Alberta? Call the expert career advisors at the Alberta Career Information Hotline for information and referrals.

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Flyers and Resources

These flyers contain information on new resources on career, education, workplace and labour market information topics. They are produced as new resources become available.
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What’s New on Alis

Explore what’s new across alis websites, including new and updated articles, publications, videos and more.
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Articles

These short, easy–to–read articles on learning, employment and careers can be sorted by audience or topic.
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CAREERinsite

CAREERinsite is your one-stop guide to career planning. Learn how your interests, skills and abilities can help you create a career plan based on what’s important to you.
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