I previously received funding through BEGIN to bridge from PSW to RPN. I am now studying for my BScN, can I reapply for BEGIN funding?
Assuming you meet the eligibility criteria, you can apply for BEGIN funding for your BScN education. Please note, given the large volume of applications, priority is given to individuals who have not previously received BEGIN funding.
How long after graduation will a BEGIN participant have before they need to start their BEGIN employment commitment?
1 year after program completion.
How long after graduation do I have before I need to start my BEGIN employment commitment?
12 months.
What is covered in the tuition reimbursement?
Tuition and mandatory ancillary fees are covered up to the maximum amount per year.
What is the benefit of being a BEGIN employer?
Employers will have access to a pool of eager graduates who have committed to working in either Hospitals, Primary Care, Long-Term Care or Home and Community Care sectors. Through their participation in the program, these prospective employees also have access to WeRPN resources to support them on their journey in nursing including a New Graduate […]
My employees are interested in completing a bridging program. Are they able to take part in BEGIN and continue working?
Absolutely. BEGIN participants may enroll in an eligible nursing program on a full-time or part-time basis, providing them with the flexibility to continue their employment.
A BEGIN applicant asked me to complete a reference. What is required of me?
The employer reference is a quick and easy online reference sent via email to a former or current employer, of a BEGIN applicant. The reference will take approximately 5 minutes to complete.
What is the post-graduation employment commitment (Return of Service)? What are the conditions?
Upon completion of their nursing program participants commit to 1500 hours of employment in Hospitals, Primary Care, LTC or HCC sectors in Ontario for every academic year they receive funding (up to three years). Participants have 12 months following their last day of school to start this commitment.
How long after the completion of their nursing program will a participant have before they need to start their BEGIN employment commitment?
Participants have 12 months from their last day of school to start their commitment.
How will we know when their post-graduation employment commitment is over?
The BEGIN team and employee will communicate the start and completion date for the Return of Service.