Trades
Many trades are highly technical and are continuously evolving, providing students with the right kind of challenge. Red Deer Polytechnic's trades Apprenticeship programs offer a mix of theory and practical application, which help you develop appropriate industry-standard skills. A trades career can lead to supervision, management, professions and business entrepreneurship.
Apprenticeship programs are built around a collaboration between industry and technical training providers. Our Apprenticeship training not only helps you build on the skills you develop with your trade employer, but also exposes you to more comprehensive aspects of your trade including, introducing you to new equipment and technologies, different trade practices and other important facets of the industry. Our Apprentices develop a reputation for their exceptional skills as employees, supervisors and successful business owners.
Can’t find the program you’re looking for? Visit the Academic Calendar for a complete list of programs offered at Red Deer Polytechnic. You can also tailor a program pathway just for you with Academic Upgrading, Open Studies, Flexible Learning and Extended Education opportunities.