Education
Short Term Programs
College Transition Programs
Access Program – University of Manitoba
Get all the skills needed to be successful in trades, college or university.
Eligibility
- 24 credits or less of post-secondary unless you are in the Health Careers Access program which requires 24 or more credits.
- Living in a rural area, experiencing or experienced poverty, or your culture has caused barriers for you to get into university.
Preference is given to
- Indigenous peoples (Status, Non-Status, Inuit and Métis)
- Residents of Northern Manitoba,
- Low-income earners
- Newcomers
What you receive
- Academic advising
- Personal counselling
- Financial advisor
- Learning labs
- Tutoring
Length of program
- One semester (about 15 weeks)
Cost – 0
Arts
Performing Arts Production and Industry – Seven Oaks School Division
For people who want to learn about film and theatre production
Eligibility
- Grade 11 or higher
What you receive
Experience
- Technical sound, lighting, front and back of house production
- Film and technical equipment training
- 24–week practicum
Certificates
- First Aid/CPR
- WHMIS training
- Various industry certifications
Length of program
- 10 months (September to June)
Cost
- Free for non-high school graduates under 21
- $300 for high school graduates or over 21 years
How to apply
- Get the documents you need to submit with your application:
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- Transcript from the last school you attended
- Resume
- Cover Letter
- Reference Letter
- Proof of Address such as a cellphone bill, hydro bill, bank statement or cable bill
- Piece of photo identification
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- Scan all the documents into a PDF, so you can upload them
- Click here to fill out the application and upload the documents
- Submit the application
Professional Photography – Red River College Polytechnic
For people interested in the creative and technical skills of digital photography
Eligibility
Graduation or enrollment in high school with 1 English course
Or
Grade 12 English or equivalent
What you receive
- Certificate and experience in digital image manipulation, lighting, SLR operation, exposure, composition, printing, editing, retouching and processing and foundational business skills
Length of program
- 8 months (May- December)
Cost
- Program fees: $9,327
- Supplies: $1,625
- Application fee: $115
- Deposit: $400
How to apply
- Gather the required documents. This includes transcripts from your last school(s)
- Get money for your application fee
- Fill out the Application Declaration for Check form
- Create an online account with RRC
- Fill out the application form and upload the required documents
- Pay the application fee
- Wait for a letter from RRC telling you whether you were accepted
- Once accepted, pay the $400 deposit to hold your spot
Broadcasting Media - Louis Riel Arts and Technology Centre
For people who are interested in careers in video and audio production and transmission for media. This includes radio, television and internet.
Eligibility
- Grade 10 for high school students
- Grade 12 for non-high school students
- Mature students might be provided with an exception on eligibility requirements
- Grade 10 Applied Math is strongly recommended
- Ability to work in physically and socially challenging conditions
What you receive
- Certificate
- 4-week internship
Length of program
Two semesters
Cost
- Free for high school students
- Non-high school students
- Tuition $5500 which includes a non-refundable seat deposit of $1600
- Application fee is $20
- Student fee $50
- Textbooks $100
- Supplies $200
How to apply
- Non-high school students call (204) 237 8951
- Louis Riel School Division, Sunrise or DSFM school division students contact student services
New Media Design – Red River College Polytechnic
For people interested in the creative and technical skills of digital photography.
Eligibility
- Graduation or enrollment in high school with 1 English course
- Grade 12 English or equivalent
What you receive
- Certificate and training in graphic design, 3D artistry, digital sculpting, video and motion graphics, photography, web design and development, drawing and illustration and communications.
Length of program
- 1 year
Cost
- Program fees and supplies: $11,241
- Application fee: $112
- Deposit: $400
How to apply
- Gather the required documents. This includes transcripts from your last school(s)
- Get money for your application fee
- Fill out the Application Declaration for Check form
- Create an online account with RRC
- Fill out the application form and upload the required documents
- Pay the application fee
- Wait for a letter from RRC telling you whether you were accepted
- Once accepted pay the $400 deposit to hold a spot for you
Business
Introduction to Business Information Technology – Red River Polytechnic
Helps prepare you for the two-year Business Information Technology (BIT) program.
Eligibility
Grade 12 or in Grade 12, or
19 years old and have been out of high school for more than one year, or
19 years or older and completed or enrolled in Grade 10 or the RRC Academic Foundations program
What you receive
- Certificate
Length of program
- 4 months
Cost
- Application fee: $112
- Deposit: $400
- Program and student fees: $3,026
- Books and supplies: $2,100
How to apply
- Gather the required documents. This includes transcripts from your last school(s)
- Get money for your application fee
- Fill out the Application Declaration for Check form
- Create an online account with RRC
- Fill out the application form and upload the required documents
- Pay the application fee
- Wait for a letter from RRC telling you whether you were accepted
Once accepted pay the $400 deposit to hold a spot for you
Bookkeeping – Red River Polytechnical
For people with strong attention to detail and interest in entering data.
Eligibility
Completed the following Grade 12 courses:
- Grade 12 English
- Grade 12 Math
What you receive
- Certificate to become a certified bookkeeper
Length of program
- March – January (10 months)
Cost
- Tuition $13,454
How to apply
- Get your transcript
- Create an online account with RRC
- Complete the online application form found in your account
- Pay the application fee
- Wait for a letter from RRC telling you whether you were accepted
- If you are accepted you must pay a $400 deposit to hold a spot.
Once accepted pay the $400 deposit to hold a spot for you
Business Administrative Assistant – Red River Polytechnical
Learn the basics of working in an administrative position.
Eligibility
- Graduation or enrollment in high school with 1 English course
- Grade 12 English or equivalent
What you receive
- Certificate and skills in business office software, administrative procedures, communication, teamwork and problem-solving
Length of program
- 18 weeks
Cost
- Program fees $7,159
- Supplies $1,500
- Application fee: $112
- Deposit $400
How to apply
- Gather the required documents. This includes transcripts from your last school(s)
- Get money for your application fee
- Fill out the Application Declaration for Check form
- Create an online account with RRC
- Fill out the application form and upload the required documents
- Pay the application fee
- Wait for a letter from RRC telling you whether you were accepted
- Once accepted pay the $400 deposit to hold a spot for you
Children and Families
Early Childhood Education - Louis Riel Arts and Technology Centre
The program prepares you to be ready for further post-secondary education leading to the Early Childhood Educator II (ECE II) designation. This training if for those who like to work with children and be organized.
Eligibility
High school students have completed Grade 10, or
Post-secondary students have completed Grade 12, or
19 years old, have been out of high school for one year or more. Skill assessment might be required.
Must be able to pass a child abuse registry and a criminal records check.
What you receive
- Certificate
Length of program
- Two semesters
Cost
There is no tuition or application fee for high school students
For mature/post-secondary students: Total cost: $5,475
- Application fee: $20
- Tuition: $5,250 ($2,265 per semester)
- Student fee: $25
- Textbook fee: $100
- Additional costs: $100
How to apply
- Non-high school students call (204) 237 8951
- Louis Reil School Division, Sunrise or DSFM school division students contact student services
Early Childhood Education (ECE) - Seven Oaks School Division
The program prepares you to be ready for further post-secondary education leading to the Early Childhood Educator designation.
Eligibility
- Completion of Grade 11 core courses (done in semester one of Grade 11 year)
- Interest in working with and providing care to children of all ages
- Participation in an interview
- Completion of a Cooperative Vocational Education (CVE) application
- Presentation of a certified transcript of marks
What you receive
- Child Care Assistant Certification
- Infant/Child CPR and First Aid training and certification
- Skip the first term at RRC ECE program
- Work experience
Length of program
- 10 months
Cost
Non-Seven Oaks School Division Residents:
- Non-Graduates – Under 21 = FREE
- Non-Graduates – 21 & Over = $750
- Graduates = $750
Seven Oaks School Division Residents:
- Non-Graduates – Under 21 = FREE
- Non-Graduates – 21 & Over = $300
- Graduates = $300
How to apply
- Get the documents you need to submit with your application:
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- Transcript from the last school you attended
- Resume
- Cover Letter
- Reference Letter
- Proof of Address such as a cellphone bill, Hydro, bank statement or cable
- Piece of photo identification
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- Scan all the documents into a PDF, so you can upload them
- Fill out the application and upload the documents https://www.7oaks.org/Programs/CooperativeVocationalEducation/Pages/Register-Now.aspx#/
- Submit the application
Youth Recreation Activity Worker Certificate
This program prepares you to work with youth who live in the inner city by providing healthy recreational activities.
Eligibility
- Be between 18 to 29 years of age
- Live in the inner city (Inkster Boulevard and Corydon Avenue/Marion Street and McPhillips Street and Gateway Road)
- Pass the Degree of Reading Power standardized test
- Be able to work evenings
- In good health
- Be able to pass a criminal record check and child abuse registry check
- Have experienced employment barriers
What you receive
- Certificate from Red River Polytechnic (RRC)
- Credits towards the second year of Child and Youth Care worker program at RRC.
- Optional to receive 3-15 hours of Class 5 vehicle road test
Length of program
- 9 months
Cost
- Free tuition and books
How to apply
- Register by calling (204) 982-4943 and ask about the Youth Recreation Activity Worker program
- Prospective students will be required to attend an information session
Community Capacity Building Certificate – Booth University
To improve your skills in leadership in project management, strategy, implementation and evaluation.
Eligibility
- Must complete the application questions which includes experience and/or knowledge in the following areas:
- The communities you are part of, serve and intend to serve
- What skills are you bringing to the program and what do you hope to learn
- What are your experiences with community work
- Which people have made an impact on you
- Formal and informal education
- What barriers have you faced and what barriers do you hope to eliminate or change
What you receive
- Certificate
Length of program
- Six hours a week, on Tuesday and Thursday from 9-12 + two hours of additional learning for a total of four months
Cost
- Does not specify
How to apply
- Booth University College application process
- Follow the link https://boothuc.ca/academics/school-for-continuing-studies/certificate-in-community-capacity-building/ccb-application/ and submit an application to determine if you qualify for the program
Hospitality
Hotel and Hospitality Services – Manitoba Institute of Trades and Technology (MITT)
For careers in tourism such as front desk, housekeeping, food and beverage service. It’s important to love working with people.
Eligibility
- High school diploma or in process of graduating and with at least 50% in both Grade 12 math and English. If you need to upgrade your math or English contact MITT’s Adult Learning Centres.
What you receive
- Certificate and practicum
Length of program
- 10 months
Cost
- Application $105
- Deposit
- Tuition $9,950
- Fees $585
- Textbooks $1,800
- Supplies $1,800
How to apply
- Gather important documents. This includes the transcript from your last school(s) you attended. Your transcripts can not be photocopied scanned or faxed
- Go to the application and apply. Remember to have your application fee ready. https://apply.mitt.ca/guide
Health
Healthcare Aid – Red River Polytechnic
For careers such as a healthcare aid who can assist hospital patients, personal care home residents, or home care clients.
Eligibility
Graduation from or enrollment in high school with 1 credit in grade 12 English and math, plus either a science 10, 11 or 12 course, or
If you are 19 or older and have been out of school for at least one year or more, you can apply as a mature student
and
Complete Degrees of Reading Power Assessment
and
Can pass a criminal record check, child and adult check, immunizations check and first aid.
What you receive
- Certificate
Length of program
- 20 weeks
Cost
- Application fee: $112
- Deposit: $400
- Student fees: $6,741
- Books and supplies: $300
- Other fees: $350
How to apply
- Gather the required documents. This includes transcripts from your last school(s).
- Get money for your application fee
- Fill out the Application Declaration for Check form
- Create an online account with RRC
- Fill out the application form and upload the required documents
- Pay the application fee
- Wait for a letter from RRC telling you whether you were accepted
- Once accepted pay the $400 deposit to hold a spot for you
Engineering and Technology
Aviation Trades and Technology – Seven Oaks
For careers in repairing, overhauling or certifying aircrafts.
Eligibility
- Completed grade 11
- Math 30S/ or 40 S
- English 30S or 40S
- Under 25 years old
What you receive
- Aircraft maintenance engineer apprenticeship accredited Level 1
Length of program
- 10 months
Cost
Non-Seven Oaks School Division Residents:
- Non-Graduates – Under 21 = FREE
- Non-Graduates – 21 & Over = $750
- Graduates = $750
Seven Oaks School Division Residents:
- Non-Graduates – Under 21 = FREE
- Non-Graduates – 21 & Over = $300
- Graduates = $300
How to apply
- Get the documents you need to submit with your application:
- Transcript from the last school you attended
- Resume
- Cover Letter
- Reference Letter
- Proof of Address such as a cellphone bill, Hydro, bank statement or cable
- Piece of photo identification
- Scan all the documents into a PDF, so you can upload them
- Fill out the application and upload the documents https://www.7oaks.org/Programs/CooperativeVocationalEducation/Pages/Register-Now.aspx#/
- Submit the application
Network Services Technician – Red River Polytechnic (RRC)
For careers in IT that focus on operating system, network infrastructure, wireless communication, Cisco communication manager and PC hardware and software support.
Eligibility
Graduation or enrollment in high school with one English course
Or
Grade 12 English or equivalent
What you receive
- Certificate
Length of program
- 8 months
Cost
- Application fee: $115
- Deposit: $400
- Tuition: $5,789
- Supplies: $1,230
How to apply
- Gather the required documents. This includes transcripts from your last school(s)
- Get money for your application fee
- Fill out the Application Declaration for Check form
- Create an online account with RRC
- Fill out the application form and upload the required documents
- Pay the application fee
- Wait for a letter from RRC telling you whether you were accepted
- Once accepted pay the $400 deposit to hold a spot for you
Trades
Automotive Technology - Louis Riel Arts and Technology Centre
For careers in vehicle systems including brakes, steering and suspension, engine management, vehicle drivability, dive lines and axles.
Eligibility
- Grade 10 for high school students
- Grade 12 for non-high school students
- Mature students might be provided with an exception on eligibility requirements
What you receive
- Level 1 automotive service technician certificate
Program length
- 1 year (2 terms)
Cost
- Free for high school students
- Non-high school students
- Tuition $5,500 which includes a non-refundable seat deposit of $1,600
- Application fee is $20
- Student fee $50
- Textbooks $100
- Supplies $200
What do you receive
- Certificate
- 4-week internship
Length of program
- Two semesters
How to apply
- Non-high school students call (204) 237 8951
- Louis Riel School Division, Sunrise or DSFM school division students contact student services
Building Trades - Louis Riel Arts and Technology Centre
For careers in carpentry, concrete, bricklaying, renovation, heating, plumbing, painting and cabinet making.
Eligibility
- 16 years or older
- Grade 10 for high school students or grade 12 for non-high school students
- Grade 10 applied math is strongly recommended
- Good physical health
What you receive
- Certificate
- 4-week internship
Length of program
- Two semesters
Cost
Free for high school students
Non-high school students:
- Tuition $4,500
- Application $20
- Student $50
- Textbooks $100
- Supplies $200
How to apply
- Non-high school students call (204) 237 8951
- Louis Riel School Division, Sunrise or DSFM school division students contact student services
Electrical Trades and Technology Seven Oaks School Division
For careers in electrical installation or maintenance, wiring and machine repair.
Eligibility
- Completion of Grade 11 core courses (done in semester one of Grade 11 year)
- One of the following math courses: pre-calculus, applied or physics
- Participation in an interview
- Completion of a Cooperative Vocational Education (CVE) application
- Presentation of a certified transcript of marks
- Be under 21
What you receive
- Level 1 Apprenticeship equivalent for students with 70% or higher
- First Aid training and certification
- Work experience
Length of program
- Ten months
Cost
Non-Seven Oaks School Division Residents:
- Non-Graduates – Under 21 = FREE
- Non-Graduates – 21 & Over = $750
- Graduates = $750
Seven Oaks School Division Residents:
- Non-Graduates – Under 21 = FREE
- Non-Graduates – 21 & Over = $300
- Graduates = $300
How to apply
- Get the documents you need to submit with your application:
- Transcript from the last school you attended
- Resume
- Cover Letter
- Reference Letter
- Proof of Address such as a cellphone bill, Hydro, bank statement or cable
- Piece of photo identification
- Scan all the documents into a PDF, so you can upload them
- Fill out the application and upload the documents https://www.7oaks.org/Programs/CooperativeVocationalEducation/Pages/Register-Now.aspx#/
Culinary Arts - Louis Riel Arts and Technology Centre
For careers in cooking at golf clubs, hospitals, hotels, resorts and other dining experiences.
Eligibility
- Grade 10 for high school students
- Grade 12 for non-high school students
- Mature students might be provided with an exception on eligibility requirements
- Good physical health
What you receive
- Certificates to anyone who received 60% or higher. Apprenticeships are offered to those who receive 70% or higher.
Cost
Free for high school students
Non-high school students:
- Tuition $5500
- Application fee is $20
- Student fee $50
- Textbooks $100
- Supplies $145
What do you receive
- Certificate
- 4-week internship
Length of program
- Two semesters
How to apply
- Non-high school students call (204) 237 8951
- Louis Riel School Division, Sunrise or DSFM school division students contact student services
Hairstyling - Louis Riel Arts and Technology Centre
For careers in barbering, hair colouring, cutting styling and business skills.
Eligibility
- Grade 10 for high school students
- Grade 12 for non-high school students
- Mature students might be provided with an exception on eligibility requirements
- Good physical health
What you receive
- Certificates to anyone who received 70% or higher
Cost
Free for High school students
Non-high school students:
- Tuition $6600
- Application fee is $20
- Student fee $75
- Textbooks $100
- Supplies $210
What do you receive
- Certificate
- 4-week internship
Length of program
- Two semesters
How to apply
- Non-high school students call (204) 237 8951
- Louis Riel School Division, Sunrise or DSFM school division students contact student services
Hairstyling – Manitoba Institute for Technology
For careers in barbering, colour and texture services and styling.
Eligibility
High school diploma (or expected completion within 45 days of the program start date), or equivalent including:
- Senior level Math with a grade of 50% or higher, or equivalent
- Senior level First Language Literature with a grade of 50% or higher, or equivalent
What you receive
- Level 1 apprenticeship certificate
Program length
- 12 months
Cost
- Application fee $190
- Tuition: $6,250
- Student fees: $1,075
- Textbooks: $700
- Supplies: $1,300
How to apply
- Get your transcript(s)
- Get your application fee
- Follow the link https://apply.mitt.ca/guide and create an account
- Completely fill out the application and upload the transcript
- Pay the application fee
- Submit the application
Home Inspection – Assiniboine Community College
Online course for people interested in careers in inspecting and writing reports about residential buildings for businesses or real estate agents.
Eligibility
- Meet English language proficiency requirements
What you receive
- Level 1 apprenticeship certificate
Program length
- At your own pace
Cost
- Application fee $95
- Tuition: $4,950
- Deposit $400
How to apply
- Get your transcript(s)
- Get your application fee
- Follow the link https://apply.assiniboine.net/learn-more/domestic and create an account
- Completely fill out the application and upload the transcript
- Pay the application fee
- Submit the application
Baking and Pastry Arts - Louis Riel Arts and Technology Centre
For careers in working in a bakery or creating pastries.
Eligibility
- Grade 10 for high school students
- Grade 12 for non-high school students
- Mature students might be provided with an exception on eligibility requirements
- Ability to work in physically and socially challenging conditions
What you receive
- Certificate
Length of program
- Two semesters
Cost
Free for high school students
Non-high school students:
- Tuition $5,500
- Application fee is $20
- Student fee $50
- Textbooks $100
- Supplies $200
How to apply
- Non-high school students call (204) 237 8951
- Louis Riel School Division, Sunrise or DSFM school division students contact student services
Plumbing and Pipe Trades - Seven Oaks School Division
For careers in plumbing, pipe and gas fitting, sprinkler and HVAC installation.
Eligibility
- Completion of Grade 11 core courses (done in semester one of Grade 11 year)
- Interest in working in the pipe trades
- Participation in an interview
- Completion of a CVE application
- Presentation of a certified transcript of marks
What you receive
- Level 1 apprenticeship certificate
- First Aid certificate
- WHMIS training
- Harness training
- Fall protection training
Program length
- One year
Cost
Non-Seven Oaks School Division Residents:
- Non-Graduates – Under 21 = FREE
- Non-Graduates – 21 & Over = $750
- Graduates = $750
Seven Oaks School Division Residents:
- Non-Graduates – Under 21 = FREE
- Non-Graduates – 21 & Over = $300
- Graduates = $300
How to apply
- Get the documents you need to submit with your application:
-
- Transcript from the last school you attended
- Resume Cover Letter
- Reference Letter
- Proof of Address such as a cellphone bill, Hydro, bank statement or cable.
- Piece of photo identification
-
- Scan all the documents into a PDF, so you can upload them
- Fill out the application and upload the documents https://www.7oaks.org/Programs/CooperativeVocationalEducation/Pages/Register-Now.aspx#/
- Submit the application
Welding – Manitoba Institute for Trades and Technology (MITT)
For careers in welding including designing, repairing and building skills.
Eligibility
- High school diploma (or expected completion within 45 days of the program start date), or equivalent including:
- Grade 12 (40S) with 50% or higher
- Grade 12 English (40S) with 50% or higher
What you receive
- Level 1 apprenticeship certificate
Program length
- 12 months
Cost
- Application fee $105
- Tuition: $6,500
- Student fees: $585
- Textbooks: $650
- Supplies: $1,500
How to apply
- Get your transcript(s)
- Get your application fee
- Follow the link https://apply.mitt.ca/guide and create an account
- Completely fill out the application and upload transcript
- Pay application fee
- Submit the application
Welding – Red River Polytechnic (RRC)
For careers in welding including designing, repairing and building skills.
Eligibility
- Grade 12 Math
- Grade 12 English or equivalent
- Grade 10 Science
What you receive
- Certificate
Length of program
- One year
Cost
- Application fee: $112
- Deposit $400
- Program fees $5,965
- Supplies $650
- Other fees $600
How to apply
- Gather the required documents. This includes transcripts from your last school(s)
- Get money for your application fee
- Fill out the Application Declaration for Check form
- Create an online account with RRC
- Fill out the application form and upload the required documents
- Pay the application fee
- Wait for a letter from RRC telling you whether you were accepted
- Once accepted, pay the $400 deposit to hold a spot for you










