Registered Apprenticeship Program (RAP)

Why RAP?

The Registered Apprenticeship Program (RAP) provides the opportunity for students to earn senior high school credits and apprenticeship hours toward journeyperson certification.

Start post-secondary education while still in high school.
Earn up to 40 credits towards a High School Diploma of Certificate of Achievement.
Obtain a Blue Book and log up to 1000 hours towards journeyperson certification.
Qualify for scholarships.
Prepare for opportunities in high demand and rewarding careers.
Get a head start on the transition to life beyond high school.

Prerequisite Courses

As specified in Alberta Education's Off Campus Education Program Handbook (2019), RAP students must meet the following criteria:

Be a minimum of 15 years of age or older
HCS3000: Workplace Safety Systems (1 credit)– required
HCS3010: Workplace Safety Practices (1 credit)– recommended

EIPS requires the following:

Student is on track with graduation plan.
Student has good academic standing, particularly in Math, Science, and English.
Student has excellent attendance at school, good citizenship, and attitude.
Student submits a resume, cover letter and completes job specific safety training (CSTS2020, WHIMIS, Safe Food Handling, etc.).

Employers will favour students who:

have a valid drivers licence
are available to work full-time for a minimum of one semester
are close to graduation or returning after graduation
have CTS or transferable experience in their chosen trade

Finding a RAP Placement

RAP placements must be approved by EIPS. Students can find a placement in one of the following ways:

Working alongside a friend or family member who is a journeyperson.
Applying for positions on their own.
Working with EIPS Career Pathways and CAREERS to apply on a position.