Training Delivery

Apprentices are expected to achieve the same learning outcomes and objectives regardless of the form of delivery.

"Delivery Method" refers to the format used to present course material to the class.

combination of theory delivered online via e-Learning while the practical portion of classroom instruction takes place at the shop facilities of the institution.

the e-Learning portion consists of educational materials such as digital and multimedia learning objects, simulations, videos and electronic apprentice assessments, and provides opportunities for apprentices and instructors to interact in a virtual classroom
the e-Learning interactive elements may be used in conjunction with Individual Learning Modules (ILMs)

objectives that must be met by an apprentice are the same as with the traditional system
modular training – each objective in the trade course outline has a specific training module that must be successfully completed before the apprentice can proceed to the next module
self-paced instruction – apprentices, for the most part, complete the modules on their own with assistance from instructors and learning resources as required
only available for select trades

traditional method of apprenticeship classroom instruction delivering in Alberta
instructor is expected to teach a set curriculum to the apprenticeship class over a fixed time period

similar to the way most teaching is done in the elementary and secondary school system

study package the apprentice must purchase and complete prior to being scheduled for classroom instruction
intent is to expand the amount of training available without increasing instructional costs
available for Mobile Crane and Boom Truck branches of the Crane and Hoisting Equipment Operator trade
only available at NAIT

"Delivery Type" refers to the structure and approach used to deliver training.

works on-the-job in their trade and once during each period of the apprenticeship program attends a post secondary institution for a set time period (usually 4 to 12 weeks depending on the trade) to complete the classroom instruction for that period

open exit – training has a fixed start date but apprentices can exit the program when they have successfully completed the required modules and the apprenticeship examination
computer technology is used for record keeping and examination generation
exit date may vary for each apprentice depending on how quickly or slowly the individual is able to master the objectives of the program

apprentice can only extend the training 2 weeks longer than what is allowed under the traditional program, e.g., if the traditional course is 8 weeks, an apprentice taking a class delivered using CBAT could extend the period of training to 10 weeks, if required
time limit was imposed:

because of the large number of apprentices to be trained and the resulting financial implications to the government, and
to allow employers the ability to schedule their workloads properly for the apprentice's return to work

apprentice who completes all requirements sooner than the traditional 8 weeks, may return to work sooner or remain in classroom instruction and benefit from having more time with the instructor and the instructional resource

training may have flexible start and completion dates
modular training delivered to remote locations using telecommunication technologies
apprentices complete theory modules outside the regular classroom but must attend the training establishment for a period of time, either during the day or possibly during evenings or weekends, to complete the laboratory or practical competencies
objective of distance delivery method is to reduce the amount of time an apprentice has to spend away from the work site or home
requires effective training establishment support
apprentice is required to:

be eligible to attend classroom instruction
be interviewed by the training provider's staff
enter into a learning contract with the training establishment
pay the same tuition fee as other apprentices
purchase the specified learning materials directly from the training establishment
have access to a computer and the internet

instructor support is available by phone, fax or the internet through the training establishment
arrangements for supervision of examinations may be made locally or at the training provider's campus

training delivered wherever the training is required (rather than delivery only at the training provider's permanent location)
can offer a variety of intakes at various times to better serve industry's needs
registration is done at the institute responsible for providing the training

formerly known as 'Day Release'
training is offered in shorter segments over an extended period of time
allows the apprentice to remain employed on a full-time basis
essentially requires the apprentices to be in relative proximity to the training establishment for easy commute