Eligible students may apply for grants and student loans for select career programs at ISS Language and Career College of BC (LCC).
Explore training in office management, leadership, and English language teaching. Our team can help you understand program requirements and your next steps with StudentAid BC.
Start with the program that matches your goals. Before you enrol or apply for funding, ask LCC to confirm the current StudentAid BC status of your chosen program and study period.
Build practical skills for office administration and business support, including Microsoft Office, bookkeeping, digital marketing, business communication, and leadership.
Duration: 52 weeks | 1,040 hours
Delivery: Mostly online asynchronous learning, with two in-person capstone projects in Vancouver. Each capstone is 40 hours.
Explore this program if: You want to develop a broader business skill set for office, administrative, marketing, or bookkeeping support work.
Develop practical skills in Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages (TESOL), together with communication, teamwork, decision-making, and leadership.
Duration: 12 weeks
Delivery: Combined delivery. See the program page for the current schedule and attendance requirements.
Explore this program if: You are interested in English language teaching, tutoring, learner support, or training and facilitation.
StudentAid BC is British Columbia’s student financial assistance program. Eligible students can apply through StudentAid BC to be considered for federal and provincial support, including Canada Student Loans, BC student loans, and grants where applicable.
Assistance depends on your circumstances, financial need, and eligible studies. StudentAid BC determines the type and amount of funding; LCC can explain its programs and help you understand the application steps.
Visit the Official StudentAid BC Website
| Type of assistance | What it means |
|---|---|
| Grants | Generally do not need to be repaid when eligibility and study requirements are met. A reassessment or a change in enrolment can affect your entitlement. |
| Student loans | Must be repaid under the applicable loan terms. |
| A combination | Your assessment may include both grants and loans. Review each part of your funding before accepting it. |
Depending on the assessment and applicable rules, funding may help with tuition, required fees, books, and supplies. Full-time assistance may also consider eligible living costs.
StudentAid BC provides financial assistance rather than automatically making a program free. Funding may not cover all your costs.
To be considered, applicants generally need to:
Be a Canadian citizen, permanent resident, or protected person.
Have a valid Canadian Social Insurance Number.
Meet StudentAid BC’s British Columbia residency requirements.
Be enrolled in an eligible program at a designated post-secondary institution.
Demonstrate financial need.
Meet the applicable course-load requirements and maintain satisfactory academic progress.
Protected persons may apply when they meet the requirements and provide the required status documentation. Living in BC alone does not establish eligibility; residency rules depend on your circumstances.
Previous loan defaults, funding restrictions, or overawards may affect eligibility or payment. StudentAid BC makes the final assessment.
Read Official Eligibility Requirements | Read BC Residency Requirements
Talk to LCC about admission requirements, fees, study dates, and the current funding status of your chosen program.
Review StudentAid BC’s instructions and gather the personal, financial, and study information required for your application.
Create or access your StudentAid BC Student Account and submit your application through the official government service. Only you should submit your application; keep your account access private.
Follow StudentAid BC’s instructions, provide any requested information, and review and accept your Notice of Assessment. Funding cannot be released until your school confirms enrolment in eligible studies and the applicable requirements are met.
You can apply before being accepted into your study program. Speak with LCC early to confirm accurate program details and plan your start date.
Is LCC a StudentAid BC designated school?
Yes. ISS Language and Career College of BC appears on StudentAid BC’s designated-school list. Designation allows eligible students in eligible programs to apply; it does not mean every LCC course or applicant qualifies.
Does StudentAid BC make my course free?
No. Your assessment may include loans, grants, or both, and may not cover every cost. Loans are repayable.
Can I apply if I work while studying?
Employment does not automatically rule out an application. Your income and other resources can affect your assessed financial need. Report the information required by StudentAid BC accurately.
Do I always need to have lived in BC for 12 months?
Residency rules vary by student category and circumstances. Some independent permanent residents and protected persons may meet an alternative rule. Check the official BC residency requirements before assuming you are ineligible.
Can international students apply?
A study permit or work permit alone does not meet StudentAid BC’s citizenship or status requirement. Applicants generally need Canadian citizenship, permanent residence, or protected person status, together with the other requirements.
How much funding could I receive?
StudentAid BC determines your amount through its assessment. Household circumstances, income and resources, eligible costs, and study details can affect the result. LCC cannot guarantee a funding amount.
Does every LCC TESOL or English course qualify?
No. Funding eligibility is specific to the program. The 12-week TESOL and Leadership Certificate is separate from LCC’s 8-week TESOL Certificate and English courses. Ask LCC about your exact program.
What happens if I withdraw or my circumstances change?
Contact LCC and StudentAid BC promptly. Changes can affect your assessment, grant entitlement, loan balance, and refund arrangements. Check the applicable policies before making a decision.
Tell us which program interests you and what you would like to know. We can help you confirm program details and understand the next steps for applying through StudentAid BC.
Location: 300–2610 Victoria Drive, Vancouver, BC V5N 4L2
Please do not send your SIN, banking information, or StudentAid BC login details in an inquiry.
Final information note: This page provides general information. Funding depends on current government rules, program eligibility, and the official StudentAid BC assessment. Check the official guidance and confirm your program details before applying.
Review line: Information last checked: October 1, 2026.
Official resources: StudentAid BC eligibility | BC residency requirements | Designated schools | How to apply
