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Creating Opportunity
November 14, 2008
Scholarships help Alberta students pursue trades careers
Registered Apprenticeship Program awards 2008 scholarships
Calgary… One hundred fifty-seven students in the Calgary area and southern Alberta will each receive $1,000 scholarships to further their careers in a variety of trades. The Government of Alberta, in partnership with industry, funds the scholarships which go to Alberta high school graduates who participated in the Registered Apprenticeship Program (RAP) and who target careers in trades.
A total of 385 students are receiving scholarships this year. RAP enables high school students to be employed as apprentices and earn on-the-job training hours while completing high school. The scholarships, established in 2001, go towards in-class training at the post-secondary level. In addition, apprentices who were RAP students prior to 2008 but did not receive a scholarship may be eligible for scholarships under the program.“Alberta is renowned for its high-quality trades and technology training and this program plays an important role,” said Advanced Education and Technology Minister Doug Horner. “RAP enables students to gain valuable experience and take that into their post-secondary careers. We’re pleased that more employers are recognizing the value of providing scholarships so that they can help shape the next generation economy.”
A ceremony honouring scholarship recipients from the Calgary area and southern Alberta will take place in Calgary on November 14.
“We are pleased to help recognize the hard work and success of Alberta’s students who see trades as a vital career path,” said Andy Neigel, President and CEO of CAREERS: The Next Generation. “Alberta’s opportunities in trades only continue to grow and these scholarships are a way of giving these students the recognition they deserve and a good start to their post-secondary training.”
“Skilled tradespeople are in high demand in Alberta,” said Brian Bickley, Chair of the Alberta Apprenticeship and Industry Training Board. “The Registered Apprenticeship Program is an excellent way for students in high school to start a career in the trades. We salute those who are being recognized for their academic and trades-related accomplishments and are continuing their apprenticeship program after high school.”
To view a complete list of scholarship recipients by community, name and high school go to www.tradesecrets.gov.ab.ca and click on Scholarships and Awards.
The Government of Alberta’s Registered Apprenticeship Program began in 1991 with five students. In 2008, more than 1,700 students are participating in the program.
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Media inquiries may be directed to:
| Allia Sabir Communications Alberta Advanced Education and Technology 780-644-2068 |
Andy Neigel President and CEO CAREERS: The Next Generation 780-426-3414 |
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November 14, 2008 The Alberta Registered Apprenticeship Program (RAP)
What is the Alberta Registered Apprenticeship Program?
The Government of Alberta’s Registered Apprenticeship Program began in 1991 and enables students to be employed as apprentices and get on-the-job training hours while they complete their high school education. RAP apprentices earn high school credits and apprenticeship on-the-job training hours with no delay in their high school graduation.
What are the RAP scholarships?
The RAP Scholarships were established in 2001 by the Government of Alberta, the Alberta Apprenticeship and Industry Training Board and industry. Eligible students receive $1,000 towards their tuition at a post-secondary institution over the first and second period of their training. Approximately 500 scholarships are available each year. Twenty-seven scholarships are sponsored by industry members.
Where can I find more information?
For information on the Registered Apprenticeship Program or RAP Scholarships, visit www.tradesecrets.gov.ab.ca.
What is CAREERS: The Next Generation?
CAREERS: The Next Generation is an industry-driven private/public partnership dedicated to the career development of Alberta’s youth. CAREERS helps bring together industry, educators, government and students on youth employability and skilled labour shortages. For more information, visit CAREERS’ website at www.nextgen.org, or call toll-free 1-888-757-7172.
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Media inquiries may be directed to:
| Allia Sabir Communications Alberta Advanced Education and Technology 780-644-2068 |
Andy Neigel President and CEO CAREERS: The Next Generation 780-426-3414 |