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About Apprenticeship
Apprenticeship is post-secondary education that blends hands-on work experience with classroom learning.
Immersive Real-world Experience
Spend about 80% of your apprenticeship on the job, practicing your trade or profession.
- Learning Partnership: Collaborate with a sponsor to hone your skills in real-world settings.
- Expert Mentorship: Work alongside seasoned professionals who will mentor and guide you.
- Earn while you Learn: Get your career started from day one and earn an income while you develop your skills and knowledge.
- Progress Tracking: Document your progress, including hours worked and skills mastered.
Practical Academic Education
The remaining 20% of your apprenticeship is dedicated to structured learning in a classroom or lab.
- Annual Attendance: Once a year, attend a six-to-ten-week period at a college or polytechnic institute in Alberta.
- Experienced Instructors: Benefit from the insights of seasoned instructors who will help you deepen your understanding.
- Theoretical Knowledge: Delve into key concepts and safety protocols to ensure you thrive and remain safe in your profession.
- Hand-on Application: Master the tools and techniques of your trade, and learn to apply theory in practical scenarios.
- Competence Assessment: Pass exams to demonstrate how much you’re learned.
Graduate to Greater Opportunities
Complete your apprenticeship program job-ready with the practical skills and theoretical knowledge needed to succeed.
- Programs vary in length from one to four years.
- When you graduate, you’ll receive a:
- Journeyperson Certificate: This acknowledges your expertise and grants you the legal authority to work in your trade under the Journeyperson title.
- Education Credential: This confirms that you've successfully finished a post-secondary study program.