FAQs

Campus EIPS

When can I take classes?​

  • during the regular school day
  • outside of regular hours

Where can I take classes?​

  • variety of sites across EIPS
  • online
  • at partner locations (ie: post-secondary)

How will this affect my high school experience?​

  • more choices and flexibility
  • explore areas you are passionate about
  • better prepare for life after high school
  • whether that’s university, college, or jumping right into a career
  • make the most of your time in your ‘gap year’

Who are the teachers?​

  • certificated EIPS staff
  • journeypersons
  • post-secondary instructors

What is the benefit?​

  • explore careers earlier
  • earn high school AND post-secondary credit
  • gains hands-on experience

Off-Campus Education

What is RAP ?​

  • Start an apprenticeship while earning high school credits through paid on-the-job training
  • Work under the supervision of a certified journeyperson
  • Explore careers in the skilled trades
  • RAP is part of YOUR graduation plan
  • Earn up to 40 credits towards graduation - every 125 hours = 5 credits
  • Earn up to 1000 hours towards their first-year apprenticeship
  • RAP is available year-round!
  • Part-time or full-time during in school year AND Summer School

What are the available trades?​

  • Agricultural Equipment Technician
  • Auto Body Technician
  • Automotive Service Technician
  • Baker
  • Boilermaker
  • Bricklayer
  • Cabinetmaker
  • Carpenter
  • Communication Technician
  • Cook
  • Electrician
  • Elevator Constructor
  • Floorcovering installer
  • Gasfitter
  • Glazier
  • Hairstylist
  • Heavy Equipment Technician
  • Industrial Mechanic - Millwright
  • Instrumentation and Control Technician
  • Insulator
  • Ironworker
  • Landscape Horticulturist
  • Lather - Interior Systems Mechanic
  • Machinist
  • Outdoor Power Equipment Technician
  • Parts Technician
  • Plumber
  • Powerline Technician
  • Roofer
  • Sheetmetal Worker
  • Sprinkler Systems Installer
  • Steamfitter-Pipefitter
  • Welder
  • And many more! There are over 50 skilled trades available in Alberta!
  • https://tradesecrets.alberta.ca/trades-in-alberta/designated-trades-profiles/

What Off-Campus Education opportunities are available?

  • Work Experience
  • Registered Apprenticeship Program
  • Green Certificate
  • Career Internships

What is the Eligibility Criteria for Off-Campus Programs?

  • Students must be 15 years old or older
  • A trained first-aider available to students at ALL times.
  • Students working under supervision.
  • Provide a safe and meaningful work environment.

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