Start in High School

Get a jump on apprenticeship while you’re in high school!

Registered Apprenticeship Program (RAP)

Start working in a trade and earn credit toward your high school diploma and your journeyperson certificate and apprenticeship education at the same time. | Learn More

Career and Technology Studies (CTS)

Learn trade-specific skills from a certified journeyperson for high school credit and advanced standing toward an apprenticeship program after high school. | Learn More

High School Apprenticeship Scholarships

Earn $1,000 to continue your apprenticeship program after high school if you participate in RAP or CTS. | Learn more

Community Programs

We are proud to provide funding to these organizations that can get you started in apprenticeship education and the skilled trades:

• CAREERS: The Next Generation: Get connected with employers who hire youth. CAREERS works with both schools and industry to help you find paid internship opportunities in the Registered Apprenticeship Program. | Learn More
• Skills Canada Alberta: Explore careers in skilled trades and technologies through hands-on experiences, competitions, and in-class resources. | Learn More

Related Resources

• RAP Brochure  
• Apprenticeship Education Brochure
• FAQ for Educators
• Alberta Off-campus Education Handbook  
• A Team Approach to Apprenticeship and the Skilled Trades
• Off-Campus Education Program Supports  (education.alberta.ca)
• Guide to Career and Technology Studies  (learnalberta.ca)
• CTS Apprenticeship Pathways (education.alberta.ca)
• Skilled Trades Youth Ambassadors (alberta.ca)