Trades Training Now Offered!

Welding, Carpentry & Electrical Apprenticeship Training

Trade careers have alot going for the skilled men and women who work in them. Many trades offer the right kind of challenge as they are highly technical, involve lots of math and sciences, and are changing quickly. A trade career can lead to supervision, management opportunities, or owning your own business. Pay rates will vary but generally, they are very good. The aging workforce means an overall increase in future demand for skilled trades people. Employers need people with the right skills! If a career in trades is right for you, visit the Alberta Apprenticeship & IndustryTraining website for more information.

If you are already signed up as an Apprentice and ready to attend your period of technical training, then Northern Lakes College may be just where you want to be! Our training follows standards established by the Apprenticeship & Industry Training with Instructors who are experienced in the trade. Class sizes are small so students receive individual attention and great hands-on experience. Seats are limited - Register Early!!

NEW!!!
Pre-Employment Welding Apprenticeship
Begins March 8, 2010 and runs until May 28, 2010
Located at Slave Lake, Alberta

This program will provide pre-employment Welder students with the skills and theory necessary to pass the First Period Welder Apprenticeship theory and practical exams. A wide variety of topics are covered. To learn more, click HERE.

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Crane & Hoisting Equipment Operator - Boom Truck Apprenticeship Training

Crane and hoisting equipment operators service and operate the hoist and swing equipment used to move machinery, materials and other large objects. Boom truck operators set up, service and operate hydraulic booms that are mounted on turrets that are affixed to trucks and are capable of moving heavy loads. Operators manipulate a number of pedals and levers to rotate the crane and raise and lower loads. They often perform all or some of these operations simultaneously.

	Red Deer	Fort MacMurray	Grande Prairie	Calgary	Slave Lake
Start/End Date:	May 3, 2010 to June 11, 2010 Sept. 20, 2010 to Oct. 29, 2010	Aug. 4, 2010 to Sept. 10, 2010	Nov. 8, 2010 to Dec. 17, 2010	March 7, 2011 to April 15, 2011	May 2, 2011 to June 10, 2011
Tuition:	$552.00 + Books	$552.00 + Books	$552.00 + Books	$552.00 + Books	$552.00 + Books

NOTE: Tuition for 2011 is an estimate. Call 1-866-652-3456 or check this web page after May 30, 2010

Welder Apprenticeship Training

Welders join metals in beams, girders, vessels, piping and other metal components, make metal parts used in construction and manufacturing plants, and weld parts, tools, machines and equipment. Welders have a high earning potential, enjoy building things and work with little direction or supervision. If you are an Apprentice and ready for your technical training, Northern Lakes College is offering training for Periods One, Two and Three.

	First Period	Second Period	Third Period
Start/End Date:	Jan. 4, 2011 to Feb. 25, 2011	Oct. 25, 2010 to Dec. 17, 2010	Feb. 28, 2011 to April 21, 2011
Location:	Slave Lake	Slave Lake	Slave Lake
Tuition:	$736.00 + books	$736.00 + books	$736.00 + books

NOTE: Tuition for 2011 is an estimate. Call 1-866-652-3456 or check this web page after May 30, 2010

Carpentry Apprenticeship Training

Across the province of Alberta, skilled Carpenters are busy! Houses, apartment and commercial buildings, warehouses, schools, and many other types of buildings are being constructed at an amazing pace. Apprentices in this industry are working long hours and making good money. Carpentry is the oldest and most respected trade. If you are an Apprentice in this trade and are ready for your First, Second or Third Period of training, check the training dates below.

	First Period	Second Period	Third Period
Start/End Date:	Jan. 4, 2011 to Feb. 25, 2011	Feb. 28, 2011 to April 21, 2011	May 3, 2010 to June 25, 2010 Oct. 25, 2010 to Dec. 17, 2010
Location:	Grouard	Grouard	Grouard
Tuition:	$736.00 + books	$736.00 + books	$736.00 + books

NOTE: Tuition for 2011 is an estimate. Call 1-866-652-3456 or check this web page after May 30, 2010

Electrical Apprenticeship Training

Electricians install, alter, repair and maintain electrical systems designed to provide heat, light, power, control, signal or fire alarms for all types of buildings, structures and premises. Electricians may be involved in construction, maintenance, or do a variety of electrical work. Some electricians specialize in specific types of installations such as residential (housing developments); commercial (office buildings); institutional (hospitals) and industrial (plants, factories). There are many opportunities in this career! If you are an Apprentice in this trade and are ready for your training, call us. Northern Lakes College is offering this training but space is limited so register as soon as possible to ensure you have a seat.

	First Period	Second Period	Third Period
Start/End Date:	April 4, 2011 to May 27, 2011	Aug. 30, 2010 to Oct. 22, 2010	Oct. 25, 2010 to Dec. 17, 2010
Location:	Slave Lake	Slave Lake	Slave Lake
Tuition:	$736.00 + books	$736.00 + books	$736.00 + books

NOW OFFERING	Fourth Period
Start/End Date:	Jan. 4, 2011 to March 25, 2011
Location:	Slave Lake
Tuition:	$736.00 + books

NOTE: Tuition for 2011 is an estimate. Call 1-866-652-3456 or check this web page after May 30, 2010