Learning for Life
Online services, facts, forms, and legislation about education are only computer clicks away. Parents and guardians can find out how to enroll, what your children are being taught, and policies that guide public schools in Nova Scotia. You can also see what a day in the life of a student might look like in Nova Scotia.
For post-secondary students, the Department of Education provides career planning resources, college and university information such as general admission requirements, university funding, student loans, and more. A Youth Secretariat (NS) offers a site designed to help learners explore education as well as employment options through provincial employment programs.
Looking for a library near you so you can get a library card or borrow a book? We link you to Nova Scotia's extensive network of public and university libraries.
Quick Links
- Nova Scotia Department of Education - Find information for college and university students, apprenticeship training, primary to grade 12 students, educators, and adult learners
- Nova Scotia Community College - Programs, locations, funding sources and much more
- Université Sainte-Anne-Collège de l'Acadie
- Nova Scotia Colleges and Universities - Find a program, view information, start an application all on these Nova Scotia University and College Web sites
- Registered Private Career Colleges - Schools currently registered offer skills training for adults in a wide range of fields including for example Massage Therapy, Truck Driving, Information Technology, Esthetics, Multimedia, Travel, Tourism, Natural Health, and Business Education.
- Libraries and Community Access Program (C@P) Sites - Links to academic and university libraries, libraries & research - online services, libraries and C@P Sites in Nova Scotia
- School Finder Website - Find information on more than 700 universities, colleges and career colleges in Canada, including admission requirements, costs, programs and contact details.
- GED - General Education Development
- Nova Scotia Student Loans Program - Information on federal and provincial student loans as well as the Government of Canada financial benefit programs for individuals.
- Student Loans - Apply Online! - The Student Loan Online Application System has resulted in Nova Scotians are getting the fastest service in the country when they apply online for student loans!
- Youth Secretariat - Information on your options for education, funding and youth participation
- Career Options - Career planning information specifically for Nova Scotians. Learn about various career choices, how changes in the Nova Scotia labour market may affect your career choices, and where to get the skills and training you need.