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Apprenticeship Electrician

Red Deer Polytechnic

Red Deer Polytechnic

rdpolytech.ca
The classroom instruction component of the Electrician Apprenticeship training program at RDP involves traditional classroom theory delivery (may include blended learning), a variety of digital learning tools, various quizzes, examinations, and applied practical hands-on shop training. In this program, you will learn to install, alter, repair, and maintain electrical systems. You will spend a portion of your technical training in labs to support and apply the theory you learn in class. You will learn to work in a team environment and have the ability to coach and mentor. Electricians work for construction and maintenance contractors, manufacturers, resource companies and other large organizations. As you advance in this career, you will have unlimited career paths to choose from. Options include leading a team, owning a company or working on complex construction projects. The power is in your hands to choose the path best suited to you. Apprentices are expected to demonstrate progress in their apprenticeship program within 18 months by engaging in an activity that will lead to the completion of a period of the program.
Contact

100 Donald Blvd
Red Deer, Alberta, T4N 5H5, Canada

  • Program Type Journeyman
  • Credential Type Certificate
  • Length 4 Years
  • Part Time Only
  • Cooperative Education
  • Continuing Education
  • Distance Learning
Admission Requirements

Minimum: 

  • English 20-2, Math 20-3, Science 10  

or 

  • A pass mark in all five Canadian General Educational Development (GED)  

or   

  • Canadian Adult Education Credential (CAEC) tests 

or 

  • Entrance Exam   

Recommended: 

  • English 30-2  
  • Math 30-3  
  • Physics 30 OR Chemistry 30 OR Science 30  
  • Related Career and Technology Studies (CTS) courses

Student Aid

This program is eligible for full-time post-secondary assistance by Alberta Student Aid for the funding year 2024/08/01 to 2025/07/31*.

  • Tuition $1,580.00 Year One
  • Books/Supplies/Instruments $596.51 Year One
  • Mandatory Fees $429.80 Year One

* Tuition, books, supplies, instruments, and other/mandatory fees are provided to Alberta Student Aid and may be used when processing full-time post-secondary funding applications. The educational costs provided are based on a 100% full-course load and may not reflect current or all educational costs charged by the school. Contact the school to obtain accurate educational cost information.

Transfer(s) Eligibility

Search Transfer Alberta for course and program transfer information including transfer agreements between post-secondary schools in Alberta, British Columbia, Northwest Territories, Nunavut and Yukon.

Transfer(s) available outside of Transfer Alberta: Not available

Updated April 16, 2025. The information contained in this profile is current as of the date shown.

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