Continuing Education Program Calendar 2023-2024

Corporate Training

Now is the time to provide training to your most valuable asset, your staff. Olds College is committed to providing the industries we serve with skilled employees. We can develop and deliver training to meet your company’s individual needs. Please contact Olds College

Continuing Education and Corporate Training to discuss your training today!

Benefits

Customized Corporate Training can lead to increases in:

• Skills for employees

• Knowledge

• Productivity and efficiency

• Workplace safety

• Employee morale

Delivery of Customized Corporate Training

Olds College is experienced in many types of training delivery including

• Instructor led formal classes at your site or ours

• Instructor led online synchronous or asynchronous classes

• Instructor led blended class offerings with a combination of face to face and online training

• Self Directed on-line training – with or without assessment or evaluation

Development of Customized Corporate Training

Olds College will work with industry or employers in each of the following steps:

• Training Needs Assessment

• Design Curriculum

• Deliver Training

• Evaluate Success and Effectiveness of the Training

Funding Available

Did you know that by accessing the Canada Alberta Job Grant your company can be reimbursed for up to 66% of the training costs for existing employees and 100% of cost for currently unemployed new employees. We can assist you in determining the criteria to access this or other funding sources and can customize our programming to fit within the Canada Alberta Job Grant requirements.

AGRICULTURE

BUSINESS

HORTICULTURE

SERVICE INDUSTRY

TRADES

TRADES & INDUSTRY

ANIMAL SCIENCE

Agriculture Sales & Customer Support Certificate

Intake: Multiple Start Dates Throughout the Year

Delivery: Online Plus Work Integrated Learning

Agriculture is the fastest-growing industry in Canada and producers are busier than ever. To meet the increasing demand, producers look to agricultural sales, customer and technical support representatives as the experts in emerging ag tech trends, for innovative solutions.

Developed alongside industry, the Agriculture Sales and Customer Support certificate program arms you with the skills, knowledge and on-the-job training to ensure you are set up for success. The program features 4 online courses delivered in a flexible online format followed by work-integrated learning. Complete all components to receive a certificate or take any of the online courses on a standalone basis.

Online Course Overview: Work Integrated Learning:

• Workplace Communications

• Professional Selling

• Skills for Effective Negotiation

• Marketing Principles

Career Opportunities:

Sales Consultant

Customer Service Representative

Account Manager

Communications Specialist

Customer Technical Support Specialist

Area Sales Manager

Precision Technology Specialist

Did you know this program may be eligible for the Canada-Alberta Job grant?

Learn more about the Canada-Alberta job grant on Page 39.

Students engage in a faculty-supported field placement over a nine-month (850 hour) term of employment. During this time students will work with an industry mentor and engage in skill development based on an approved personalized student learning plan.

Agronomy

Certificate Level 1 & 2

Intake: Multiple Start Dates Throughout the Year

Delivery: Online Plus 5-day Field School Residency at Olds College

Level 1

This entry-level program provides you with the basic agronomic knowledge and skills required to gain employment within the agriculture industry, and a base of knowledge so that you can pursue higher-level agronomic education, skills, and industry positions. The certificate consists of 5 online courses + 1 blended learning course that includes a residency on campus.

Level 2

The Agronomy Certificate Level 2 will take your knowledge of agronomy to the next level. This certificate builds on the skills gained in the Level I certificate. Upon Completion of these courses, you will be able to integrate agronomic concepts and make general recommendations regarding crop production. This program will help prepare you to work in agricultural retail and agronomic support positions, or to better manage your own farm! Each course can be taken as a stand-alone course to enhance your knowledge in a specific area. Note: Must have already completed the Olds College Agronomy Certificate Level 1 program.

Level 1 Course Overview: Level 2 Course Overview:

• Crop Production Systems

• Insect & Disease Management

• Intro Soils & Crop Nutrition

• Weed Fundamentals

• Field Scouting & Data Management

• Field School (Online & 5-day Residency)

• Integrated Pest Management

• Soil, Water & Fertility Management

• Crop Management & Planning

• Crop Production Technologies

• Crop Diagnostics

All courses that I have taken so far through Olds College for the Agronomy Certificate Level 1 are all very well structured and the information is provided in meaningful tutorials week by week. What makes the program stand out are the instructors who are all approachable, knowledgeable, and provide quick and constructive feedback to all work handed in for grading and any questions I had. Overall I would recommend the program to anyone who wants to learn more about agronomy.

- Gudrun H, Agronomy Certificate Level 1 Student

Agribusiness Finance Certificate

Intake: Multiple Start Dates Throughout the Year

Delivery: Online

Advance your rural enterprise! Upgrade your management skills and improve your financial assessment skills! Whether you are a rural business owner or an agricultural lender, this online program will assist you in promoting better business practices within conventional and non-conventional agriculture. Certificate consists of 4 required course and 1 elective. The four required courses have no pre-requisits and can be taken on a stand-alone basis if desired.

This Certificate is designed for the rural businessperson. A heavily agri-related online education, this certificate is ideal if you're looking to upgrade your management skills and improve your financial assessment abilities. Whether you're a rural business owner or an agricultural lender, this online program will assist you in promoting better business practices within conventional and non-conventional agriculture.

Course Overview: Elective Course Overview

• Agricultural Business Management Principles

• Agribusiness Financial Management

• Marketing Principles

• Agribusiness Accounting

Career Opportunities:

Farm Succession Planning

Agricultural Lending

Agricultural Accounting

Would your employer consider funding your Agribusiness Finance courses?

This program may be eligible for the Alberta-Canada Job Grant, in which employers are reimbursed for 2/3 of the eligible training costs. Learn more about the Canada-Alberta job grant on Page 39.

One approved course (or more) in an area which supports your individual professional development needs and is consistent with the goals of this certificate. Elective course(s) must be from the following Continuing Education Certificate Programs: Agronomy Certificate Level 1 or 2; Agriculture Sales and SupportCertificate or Smart Agriculture Certificate - Agronomy Stream. Students may take an alternate Olds College course but it must be approved by the Continuing Education Programming Coordinator.

Smart Agriculture Certificate: Agronomy Stream

Intake: Multiple Start Dates Throughout the Year

Delivery: Online

This certificate delves into the exciting world of technological applications of crop production. The Olds College Smart Ag certificate provides students and graduates with the base knowledge and skills necessary to be successful in the evolving ag industry. This certificate will increase competencies in global navigation satellite systems, geographic information systems, precision ag software programs precision ag equipment and autonomous systems.

Course Overview: What Will You Learn?

• Crop Production Technologies

• Data Informed Decisions

• Electronic and Control Systems

• Applied Production Economics

• Variable Rate Prescription Creation and Deployment

• The advantages of precision farming from an economic and environmental stance using a knowledge of agronomic principles and tools of precision agriculture.

• The ability to collect, manage, evaluate and apply data to make optimum management decisions.

• Various types of digital technologies that exist in agriculture.

• Calculations necessary in precision agriculture to make informed production decisions.

• The nature and performance of agricultural information systems to make recommendations to stakeholders.

Transforming agriculture for a better world

Everything we do at Olds College is done to advance all aspects of the agriculture industry. By transforming the agriculture industry, we will make the world a better place. All of our programs and actions align to our social purpose. It is the why behind everything we do.

AGRICULTURE: WORKSHOPS & SHORT COURSES

Agriculture Lender’s Workshop

Intake: Spring

Delivery: Online

For more than 35 years, the Agriculture Lenders Workshop has been a professional development experience for beginning and continuing lenders and other financial professionals in the agricultural industry. This 5 day long virtual workshop provided by Olds College, a leader in virtual and distance learning, will provide each participant a window into today’s agriculture and instruction about how to be an effective farm lender.

Drone School for Farmers & Agronomists

Intake: Spring

Delivery: In-Person at the Olds College Campus

Whether you’ve never flown a drone and want to learn, or are looking to refine your skills, this 2-day class is for everyone. Come join us for this fun, hands-on course and learn how to fly drones safely and legally while focusing on the benefits of using drones in agriculture. Save time and increase efficiency by learning how you can use drones to check on livestock, map fields and crops, and access hard to reach areas. At the end of the course, participants will have the opportunity to take the online certification test with Transport Canada to fly legally.

Certified Crop Adviser Tutorial

Intake: Winter

Delivery: In-Person at the Olds College Campus

Advance your career and become a Certified Crop Adviser! Take advantage of this intensive tutorial training session and prepare to write the Certified Crop Adviser Prairie Province and International exam. The instructors have a wealth of knowledge that they will share with you to help you feel better prepared to write the exam.

This is an overview course which highlights the regional and international objectives required to pass the CCA exam. The instructors have a wealth of knowledge in this regard, which will help you to better prepare to write the exam.

Weed Identification

Intake: 2nd Wednesday of Every Month

Delivery: Online

The self-directed Weed Identification Microcredential was designed with seasonal staff in mind and provides learners with an introduction to plant and weed identification based upon physical characteristics, biology, lifecycle and preferred environment. Additionally, strategies for the management and control of weeds and invasive plants are explored in agricultural and environmental systems using the concept of Integrated Weed Management (IWM).

Vertical Farming Technologies

Intake: 2nd Wednesday of Every Month

Delivery: Online

This online microcredential focuses on the fundamentals of vertical farming as part of Controlled Environment Agriculture. Students acquire knowledge and skills about practices and procedures (cultivation methods, environment controls, and management practices including start-up considerations). Students will also learn about how technology and data systems are used on a vertical farm which will enable them to enter the vertical farming industry or set-up a home plug and play system.

On-Farm Climate Action Fund (OFCAF)

Intake: 2nd Wednesday of Every Month

Delivery: Online

Lakeland College and Olds College of Agriculture & Technology have collaborated to deliver industry-recognized, microcredentials covering Beneficial Management Practices (BMPs) in three areas for Professional Agrologists and Certified Crop Advisors:

Cover Cropping: This course focuses on using Climate Smart Beneficial Management Practices (BMPs) for Cover Cropping for Grain Crop and Livestock Production Systems. This is intended to certify certain requirements, such as identifying BMPs and their specific goals as well as implementations, monitoring and outcomes of BMPs via the integration of cover cropping into grain and livestock production systems.

Nitrogen Management: In this course, professionals will demonstrate an understanding of how to expand the adoption of Best Management Practices (BMPS) in Nitrogen Management to reduce carbon footprint and greenhouse gas emissions which will qualify them to work with farmers to receive OCAF funding.

Rotational Grazing: In this course, professionals will demonstrate an understanding of how to expand the adoption of Best Management Practices (BMPS) in rotational grazing to reduce carbon footprint and greenhouse gas emissions which will quality them to work with farmers to receive OCAF funding.

For more course information go to our website

Equine Massage Therapy Certificate

Intake: Fall

Delivery: In-Person at the Olds College Campus

The Equine Massage Therapy Certificate has been developed to promote and provide standardization within the industry. Over the course of 2 semesters. You will learn theory and gain hands-on experiences to allow you to be employed in the Equine Massage Therapy field. The Equine Massage Therapy Certificate will provide you with a certificate in Professional and Continuing Education. *Each course can also be taken as a stand-alone.

Fall Semester Course Overview:

• Equine Management & Horse Care

• Massage I: Introduction to Equine Massage Theory, Techniques & Routines

• Equine Massage Practical Application

• Equine Biomechanics

• Equine Anatomy & Physiology

Equine Massage Field Placement

The directed field study course will allow students to further develop and refine knowledge and skills in Equine Massage. Students will also demonstrate knowledge and skills of the program outcomes. The field study consists of three different tasks and is meant to ensure that students leave the program with a level of competency (knowledge, skills, and attributes) in Equine Massage Therapy. The main component of the field study is the completion of 50 massages on horses and a portfolio of work to show evidence of this.

Requirements:

Students must have basic horse knowledge be comfortable working in and around horses.

Winter Semester Course Overview:

• Equine Massage Therapy Business Relationships

• Equine Health Management

• Equine Neurology

• Massage Care for Injury

• Massage II: Advanced Massage Therapy Techniques & Routines

Professional Racetrack Certificates

Intake: Winter

Delivery: In Person at the Olds College Campus and Century Mile Racetrack in Nisku

Together with Horse Racing Alberta, Olds College of Agriculture & Technology is proud to offer training programs that provide an introduction to the exciting world of horse racing, and produce skilled, qualified employees to fill the open employment positions within the horse racing community. Each program includes hands on learning. You will learn from top industry professionals and find out where you fit in as a valued member of the team.

Professional Racetrack Exercise Rider: Professional Racetrack Groom:

The Professional Racetrack Exercise Rider Program is a “Learn and Earn” concept program that will give you the confidence and skill to become a professional licensed Exercise Rider at Alberta Horse Racing Tracks! This unique program has a blended approach that will allow you to study online, learn from and practice your skill with industry professional instructors. You will acquire the skills you need to exercise race horses on a track.

The Professional Racetrack Groom Course is a “Learn and Earn” concept program that will give you the confidence and skill to become a professional licensed Groom at Alberta Horse Racing Tracks! This unique program has a blended approach that will allow you to study online, learn from and practice your skill with industry professional instructors, all while allowing you to earn a wage working in the industry! You will acquire the skills you need to provide intensive professional care to elite race horses.

Being in this program has really helped me expand my knowledge of horses and also helped me to become a better and stronger rider, everyday you are learning something new. During my time here at the college and racetrack it didn't even feel like school, during class time was all hands on work, which made things easier to learn. The teachers are very helpful towards the students, they make time to see each one of us while learning something new.

- Alyssa M, Professional Racetrack Exercise Rider Student

Veterinary Practice Management Certificate

Intake: Multiple Start Dates Throughout the Year

Delivery: Online

All course work in this certificate is assignment, quiz and interactive forum based. Assignments have been designed to allow you to create working documents that you can implement in the clinic immediately to improve business results. Although this is an online program, each course is led by an instructor with years of hands-on experience. You will receive coaching, feedback, and have the opportunity to interact with other course participants and your instructor via online forums framed to further your learning. This program is ideal for those actively working in a veterinary clinic and interested in leading best business practices.

Course Overview: Flexible Learning:

• Veterinary Marketing

• Veterinary Financial Management

• Veterinary Communications

• Veterinary Systems & Operating Procedures

• Computer Applications for Industry

• Veterinary Human Resources

Courses can be taken on a standalone basis, in any order, and participants have up to 5 years to complete the entire certificate. Participants are supported by an instructor, however, you can learn and work on assignments at times that are convienient for you.

After completing the certificate, pariticpants will be able to:

Demonstrate effective communication and personal management skills in the veterinary clinic setting,

Apply management skills in the supervision of employees,

Support business success by developing a strategic marketing plan,

And more!

Beef Production Certificate

Intake: Winter

Delivery: Online

This exciting beef certificate will provide online training to students interested, or already employed, in the livestock work force. Each course within this certificate can be taken as a stand- alone course to enhance your current skill set, or you can combine all five to complete your beef production certificate.

Course Overview:

• Beef Production Systems

• Basic Handling, Facilities and Equipment

• Pasture and Grazing Management

• Applied Nutrition and Feeding

• Beef Health and Disease

Who is this course suited for?

• Farm Staff

• Agricultural Writers

• Farm Management

• Cattle Managers

• Calf rearing staff

After completing the certificate, students will have the knowledge and skills to:

Explain the various production systems within the beef industry.

Interpret nutritional needs and feeding systems for beef production.

Recognize the importance of animal comfort related to production outcomes.

Assess health and treatment regimes.

Execute pasture and grazing management.

ANIMAL SCIENCE: WORKSHOPS & SHORT COURSES

Cattle AI (Artificial Insemination)

Intake: Fall

Delivery: In-Person at the Olds College Campus

This intensive, 4-day course covers all aspects of Artificial Insemination (AI) and herd reproduction management. Students will be introduced to aspects of artificial insemination and herd reproduction management to be used in a producer’s own herd. Lectures will provide an understanding of controlled breeding, sire selection, and nutrition. The logistics of getting set up to practice all on your own will be addressed, including required equipment and costs. The hands-on portion of this course will provide the opportunity for students to practice correct semen handling and artificial insemination techniques and procedures.

Pasture to Plate Direct Marketing

Intake: Winter

Delivery: Online

Pasture to Plate - Livestock Direct Marketing is a one of a kind short course. You will gain skills over a six-week time frame that will help them to better understand livestock agro-food systems, niche product marketing, and how they can apply direct marketing skills to their own operations. With recent regulation changes in Alberta, producers can now obtain an on-farm slaughter license thus allowing producers more flexibility when selling a live animal directly to a consumer. This interactive short course will give you training, skills, and ideas to start direct marketing your products from your own 'Pasture to the consumers Plate'!

Western Photography Fundamentals

Intake: Winter

Delivery: In-Person at the Olds College Campus

A one-day course that centers around the fundamentals of photography with a central theme around the country lifestyle. Learn how to get your camera out of auto mode and control it so you can get the effect that you want in different scenarios from action to portraits and everything in between.

The course will start the day with some theory and discussion in the classroom. Transitioning from there into trying out the settings and getting to know your cameras. To finish out the day we will head back into the classroom and cover some basic editing to give a nice finish to your photos.

Horse Hoof Care & Trimming

Intake: Fall, Winter

Delivery: In-Person at the Olds College Campus

Save money and improve hoof health by learning the basics of hoof anatomy, care and trimming. This 2 1/2 day course will give you a great introduction to trimming and even the opportunity to trim your own horse by the end. You will practice trimming in a supervised setting. If you would like to put your newly acquired knowledge to use immediately, you have the opportunity to bring your own horses on the last day of the course; this way you can trim your horses for the first time with assistance & guidance from your instructor.

Basics of Equine Massage Therapy Workshop

Intake: Spring

Delivery: In-Person at the Olds College Campus

Basics of equine massage offers you one evening of theory and two days of hands-on massage for your horse. This course gives you, a horse owner, the ability to give your horse the comfort for sore muscles and related soft tissue stress, allowing it to return to work sooner. Some equine anatomy knowledge is recommended and it is necessary to bring your own horse.

Introduction to Veterinary Medicine for Teens

Intake: Summer

Delivery: In-Person at the Olds College Campus

What it is like to work in a veterinary clinic or other animal care related business? This veterinary science camp will show you! Through classroom learning, demonstration and hands-on learning opportunities you will learn basic skills and become familiar with various career opportunities related to veterinary science.

If you are between the ages of 13-16, considering a career in the veterinary industry, and want to understand the different roles that are available as career options, then this course may be for you. In this hands-on course, the instructor and guest speakers will help you understand the roles and responsibilities of Veterinary Medical Receptionists, Veterinary Technical Assistants, Registered Veterinary Technicians, Veterinarians and non-veterinary Animal Care Facilities. You will learn some basics of animal care and first aid, including animal behavior, safety, handling and restraint, general animal health assessment and physical exams.

Small Animal Anesthesia Refresher

Intake: Start dates vary

Delivery: Online

This online microcredential is for individuals who are interested in gaining further confidence in the area of anesthesia technology, with a focus on administering, preparing, and responding to changes in small animals.

Hands-Free Radiology Techniques Refresher

Intake: Start dates vary

Delivery: Online

In this online asynchronous course, you will gain further knowledge in the aims and goals of hands-free radiology, the benefits of it, implementation, and different hands-free techniques to ensure quality diagnostic x-rays. This 3-hour course is one of a series of courses offered as a microcredential continuing education credit for RVT’s by Olds College.

Small Animal Emergency Medicine Refresher

Intake: Start dates vary

Delivery: Online

This online instructor-less course is designed to assist animal health technologists and veterinary technicians refresh their knowledge of small animal emergency veterinary medicine.

Equine Pharmaceutical Product and New Medicines Updates Refresher

Intake: Start dates vary

Delivery: Online

This online self-directed microcredential course provides students with up to date information in regards to pharmaceutical products and new medicines used in veterinary practice in equine health.

Dental Technology Refresher

Intake: Start dates vary

Delivery: Online

This microcredential, you will expolore dental technology in a clinical setting. You will be able to explain the use of dental instruments and equipment and describe the technical processes to perform different dental procedures. You will also gain knowledge of how to maintain dental instruments and equipment in a clinic.

Administrative Assistant Certificate

Intake: Multiple Start Dates Throughout the Year

Delivery: Online

The Administrative Assistant Certificate provides you with a wide range of skills that will be utilized in the office environment. This program will prepare you to work in various office settings as well as providing skills that can be utilized in your own business or farming operations.

The certificate consists of 5 courses which are all offered in an online format which allows you to complete your work at the time of day best suited to your situation. Each course can be taken as a stand-alone course to enhance your current skill set, or you can combine all 5 to complete your Administrative Assistant Certificate. You will also be able to gain credit for 3 of the certificate courses towards the Olds College Business Management Certificate.

Course Overview: Career Opportunities:

• Bookkeeping

• Computer Applications

• Office Procedures

• Workplace Communications

• Workplace Professionalism

• Receptionist

• Executive Assistant

• Clerical Assistant

• Office Manager

• Bookkeeper

Transferability:

Expand your knowledge even further! These courses are fully transferable into multiple programs at Olds College of Agriculture & Technology:

Computer Applications

Workplace Communications

Workplace Professionalism

Some programs accepting one or more of these courses are Business Management Diploma and Agriculture Sales & Customer Support Certificate.

BUSINESS: WORKSHOPS & SHORT COURSES

Business Online with: Ed2Go

Intake: Continuous Enrollment

Delivery: Online

Don’t have time to commit to a certificate? These individual online courses are provided by expert instructors many of whom are nationally known authors. Participate anytime, day or evening, from any computer; our online courses are affordable, fun, fast, convenient, and geared just for you. Classes begin every month and each are 6 weeks in duration.

To view course details or to register, visit www.ed2go.com/oldscce

Business Online with: UGotClass

Intake: Start dates vary

Delivery: Online

Olds College partners with LERN’s UGotClass to provide a number of unique, short, business related certificates, entirely online. These skillsets are a requirement for success, and great for the small business owner, or employee who wants to increase their value and explore new skills. Take the certificate as a group, or select the individual classes you want a refresher on!

Accounting

Intake: Start dates vary

Delivery: Online

These online classes are delivered in partnership between Olds College and Ed2Go, based in the USA. As a result, the content for the Accounting Fundamentals classes are USA based. While USA examples will be used, small businesses generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP) are relatively similar between the USA and Canada at the introductory level.

If you are looking for agriculture-specific business training, check out our Agribusiness Finance Certificate on page 6.

To view course details or to register for:

Accounting Fundamentals 1 and Accounting Fundamentals 2: https://www.ed2go.com/oldscce

Sage 50 Accounting Levels 1 and 2: http://www.olds.simplytraining.ca

Course Categories:

Business

Computer Applications

Computer Science

Construction and Trades

Hospitality

Information Technology

Legal

Math and Science

Writing And more!

Online Certificates and Courses:

Business

Business Communication

Human Resources

Leadership

Management

New Media Marketing

Soical Media for Business

Technology Skills

And more!

Courses Offered:

Sage 50 accounting Levels 1 & 2

Accounting Fundamentals 1

Accounting Fundamentals 2

Turf Science Certificate

Intake: Fall

Delivery: Online

This certificate addresses general and specialized aspects of the science, current cultural systems and construction practices for the turf industry. Courses provide practical applications relevant to parks, sports turf, golf course, professional lawn care, sod production and turf-related sales/service sectors.

The cerfificate consists of Turf Science Level 1 and 2, as well as an elective. Participants will have two electives to choose from and must take one to complete the program.

Turf Science Level 1 Course: Turf Science Level 2 Course:

This course is an introduction to the science of turf establishment and maintenance practices for golf courses, sports fields, and parks. You will learn the basics of turfgrass biology and the physical properties of soils. Various methods of turfgrass establishment, basic cultural practices (mowing, irrigation, and fertilization), drainage systems, and integrated weed and wildlife pest management are also covered.

This course builds on Level 1, exploring the use of different grasses for parks, sports turf and golf course applications. You will learn selected aspects of turfgrass physiology, and soil chemistry as they relate to turf health. Fertilizer application and fertility programs, irrigation system operation, specialized cultural practices (thatch management, aeration and topdressing), the management of insect pests, and an overview of turf diseases are also covered.

Electives:

Turf Science for Golf Courses

This course focuses on turf for golf courses, including maintenance practices unique to cool season turf, related calculations and specialized mower operation.

Turf Science for Parks and Sports Turf

Focusing on turf for specialized sports and recreational use, this course addresses the design, construction and renovation of selected sports fields and park areas.

Did you know this program may be eligible for the Canada-Alberta Job grant?

Learn more about the Canada-Alberta job grant on Page 39.

Cannabis Production Certificate

Intake: Multiple Start Dates Throughout the Year

Delivery: Online with Optional Field Study

This program prepares graduates for employment in the growing cannabis production industry, or to support those already in the workplace. This program provides entry-level job-based training and is committed to providing graduates the skills needed to enter into employment with a range of cannabis producers, from medicinal to adult use. The program consists of 4 online courses to receive a certificate of completion (online) as well as 1 optional course – Practical Cannabis Field Study.

Online Course Overview: Practical Cannabis Production - Field Study

• Introduction to Horticulture Production

• Introduction to Crop Production and Facilities

• Cannabis Legislation and Documentation

• Horticulture for Cannabis Production

In this option course, you will apply the production practices from the Cannabis Production Program in a hands-on, face to face environment with a licensed cannabis producer in a one week short field study opportunity.

Advanced Cannabis Courses

Intake: Fall

Delivery: Online

Extraction and Purification for the Cannabis/Hemp Industry

You will learn about the processes involved for the extraction of cannabis oil and the process required to produce different qualities of refined and purified oil from cannabis and industrial hemp. This includes processes for industrial drying, milling and different extraction technologies with a focus on supercritical CO2 extraction, technologies for fractionation and purification. You will also learn basic physicochemical principles governing the extraction and purification processes for a clear understanding of the process sequence and the selection of the technology for extraction. At the end of the course, the students will be able to identify the main steps to produce cannabis oils at different concentrations and identify the main principles operating each of the processes.

Introduction to Quality Assurance in the Cannabis Industry

You will learn the role of the Quality Assurance/Control Person as it relates Good Production Practices and other responsibilities as defined under the Health Canada Cannabis Act. Key concepts include Introduction into Quality Assurance and Control, Standard Operating Procedure design and implementation, PCP Acts, PMRA , Type of Hazards, Integrated Pest Management, Quality control and testing, Packaging and storage, Labeling, Good Documentation Practices, and management of complaints and recalls.

Prairie Horticulture Certificate

Intake: Fall, Winter, Spring

Delivery: Online

For greenhouse operators, landscape developers, market gardeners, community gardening enthusiasts, parks and recreation horticultural workers, people interested in employment in the horticulture industry, and the serious home gardener. Employees and entrepreneurs alike benefit from the in-depth knowledge they gain. The PHC Program will benefit you whether you want to turn your passion for gardening into a business, find a job, advance your career or simply garden with the confidence of an expert. The PHC Program is unique among horticulture programs in Canada for its content relevant to the prairie environment, its convenience of distance study and its four streams of specialization.

PHC Streams: The PHC program is jointly offered through: Choose one of these four Certificate streams:

• Fruit and Vegetable Production

• Greenhouse Crop Production

• Nursery Crop Production

• Landscaping and Arboriculture

• Olds College of Agriculture & Technology (OC), Olds, AB

• Assiniboine Community College, (ACC), Brandon, MB

• University of Saskatchewan (USask), Saskatoon, SK

Course Overview:

• Applied Botany

• Arboriculture

• Basics of Horticultural Business Management

• Basics of Horticultural Marketing

• Cannabis Crop Production

• Floral Design

• Fruit Production

• Greenhouse Structures and Environments

• Greenhouse Crop Production

• Herbaceous Landscape Plants

• Human Resource Management

• indoor Landscaping

• integrated Plant Management

• Landscape Design

• Landscape Construction

• Medicinal and Aromatic Plants

• Nursery Crop Production

The Prairie Horticulture Certificate offers a flexible course load to ensure that it meets the needs of every learner. You can complete as many or as few courses as you like and you are free to choose courses that interest you from any stream.

• Post Harvest Handling of Food Crops

• Plant Propagation

• Safe Work/Pesticide Application

• Soils for Horticulture

• Turfgrass Production and Management

• Vegetable Crop Production

• Woody Landscape Plants

Introduction to Horticulture Production

Intake: Start dates vary

Delivery: Online

Explore the general features of plant development and propagation including the process of seed development, greenhouse crop production and propagation materials, principles of vegetation propagationand more. Topics included in this microcrential are Plant Development of Commercial Greenhouse Crops and Propagation Methods.

Introduction for Crop Production & Facilities

Intake: Start dates vary

Delivery: Online

This microcredential providesyou with an introduction to commercial growing facilities and their associated crop production systems. Environmental management & control, irrigation systems, soil management and pest control are explored in the context of crop production.

Topics included in this microcredential are Site Selection and Environment Components, Growing Media: Selection Management and Assessment, and Pest and Disease Management.

Cannabis Legislation & Documentation

Intake: Start dates vary

Delivery: Online

This microcredential introduces important government legislation and regulations associated with the legal production of Cannabis in Canada. You will develop a critical understanding related to the need for documentation, packaging and secure product maintenance. In addition, students will acquire an understanding of operating procedures and how these reflect Good Production Practices in the pursuit of compliance with quality standards. Badges included in this category are Legislative Requirements for Cannabis Production, Post-Harvest Handling of Cannabis, Environmental Management of Cannabis Production, and Cannabis Quality Assurance (QA) and Quality Control (QC).

Horticulture for Cannabis Production

Intake: Start dates vary

Delivery: Online

This microcredential introduces key management, harvesting and pest management information as it specifically applies to Cannabis production. Students will develop a crucial understanding of Cannabis plant form. In addition, students will itemize the requirements for sanitation in the individual grow room and throughout the facility. Students will also develop an advanced understanding of permissible products and practices that can be brought to bear in the management of pests and diseases.

Topics included in this microcredential are Cannabis Botany, Cannabis Plant Harvest, Cannabis Grow Room, and Integrated Crop Management for Cannabis.

Cannabis Retail

Intake: Start dates vary

Delivery: Online

Canada has been given a unique opportunity with the nation-wide legalization of recreational cannabis. The recreational cannabis industry continues to expand to meet the demand. The front-line of this industry is retail specialists. To be effective and maintain mobility, retailers need to be prepared with knowledge of cannabis history, regulation, genetics, plant biology, human physiology, product knowledge and application. CNB 7100 will lay the foundations of cannabis knowledge through a research-based approach, ideal for retailers, educators, and others to enhance their theoretical and practical skills in this burgeoning industry.

Topics included in this microcredential are Cannabis Sativa L., Cannabis Products, Cannabis Use in Canada, and Cannabis and Consumers.

Online microcredentials are a great way to increase your skills and knowledge! For more information on microcredentials, visit page 36.

LAND & ENVIRONMENT

Pesticide Applicator Tutorials

Intake: Winter

Delivery: In Person at the Olds College Campus

Olds College Continuing Education offers a number of Pesticide Applicator courses which will help you to meet certification requirements through Alberta Environment. We have several tutorial sessions options available:

• Agricultural, Landscape & Industrial Designation Tutorial

• Authorized Assistant Tutorial (covers the core portion only)

• Agricultural, Landscape and Industrial Designations Tutorial (no core)

Pesticide Applicator Recertification

Intake: Winter

Delivery: In Person at the Olds College Campus

Pesticide Applicator Certificates are issued for up to 5 years, prior to expiration you need to either complete the required number of Continuing Education Units (CEU) to recertify or rewrite the exam. If you choose to complete your CEU's to recertify, we offer 4 different workshops that will keep you up-to-date with the newest ideas and technology as well as build your professional network.

There are 10 concept areas for training: Application Technology, Emergency Response, Environment, General Information, Human Health, Labeling, Pesticide Safety, Pest Management , Professionalism and Regulations.

Steps to Becoming a Certified Pesticide Applicator:

1) Purchase the Home Study Manual from Lakeland College and study on your own until you are familiar with the content (it is recommended that you review for 10-40 hours prior to attending any tutorials)

2) Register for a complete tutorial at Olds College

3) Schedule in for an exam, which is done through Lakeland College. A Pesticide Applicator Certificate is issued upon successful completion of the provincial certification exam.

4) Maintain your certification status by completing Continuing Education Units (CEUs) workshops within 5 years.

Lawn & Garden Domestic Pesticide Dispenser

Intake: Continuous Enrollment

Delivery: Home Study

All provincial sales outlets carrying regulated Domestic Class Lawn and Garden Pesticides must employ a certified Lawn and Garden Pesticide Dispenser to ensure that consumers have access to correct information regarding pest control, pesticide regulations, and safety requirements. There are two ways to get your certification. We offer a home study course or corporate on-site training.

Introduction to Geographic Information Systems

Intake: Please Contact Us

Delivery: In Person at the Olds College Campus

Olds College is offering introductory courses in QGIS and ArcGIS Pro for professionals using the software in the workplace and anyone with an interest in GIS technology. These two-day courses are each designed to provide comprehensive basic training of two different types of available software, with industry-specific examples and exercises to ensure you meet your applicable training needs. Custom group training is also available. Please contact us at coned@oldscollege.ca if you are interested in taking this training.

Oilfield Reclamation

Intake: Start dates vary

Delivery: Online

Land Reclamation is an ever-growing issue in Alberta’s oil and gas industry. In this online course, you will receive an overview of petroleum facilities and production practices as they relate to land disturbance. You will also review the regulatory criteria, procedures, and equipment used to assess and reclaim disturbed cultivated, forested, and rangeland sites.

Craft Distilling Certificate

Intake: Multiple Start Dates Throughout the Year

Delivery: Online Plus 5-day Field School Component

This exciting online program prepares graduates for employment in the growing alcohol spirits distillation industry, or to support those already in the workplace. This program provides applicable and necessary hands-on training, and is committed to the promotion of sustainable production practices. Specific areas of instruction include fermentation theory and application, maturation and blending of spirits, sensory evaluation, and quality assurance and management in a distillery environment.

Course Overview:

• Distilling Quality Management

• Fermentation Theory

• Blending, Maturation, and Sensory Evaluation of Spirits

• Theory of Distillery Operations

• Practical Distilling (Field Study)

Pre-requisites:

Students must be 18 years of age prior to enrolment. It is highly recommended that students have a minimum Grade 11 education and some background in brewing, distilling or wine-making.

The course was a great and challenging learning experience for me. As I am new to the subject, the professor was available and resourceful. He provided us with detailed and accurate learning material. I would definitely recommend this class to anyone interested in the subject.

Interested in other types of beverage industry training? Check out our various beverage microcredentials on page 29!

- Stanley L, Distilling Quality Management Student

Introduction to Brewing Certificate

Intake: Multiple Start Dates Throughout the Year

Delivery: Online

This online introductory program prepares graduates for employment in the expanding brewery, microbrewery and brewpub industries. The program provides insight into brewing science and technology, recipe formulations, and packaging. Each course may be taken as a stand-alone course or once all five courses are completed successfully, the student will receive an Introduction to Brewing Certificate.

Course Overview: Transferability

• Brewing Ingredients

• Brewery Equipment and Technology

• Brewhouse Calculations and Recipe Formulation

• Brewing Microbiology

• Brewery Packaging

Students wishing to enroll in the on-campus Brewmaster and Brewery Operations Management Diploma program at Olds College, are eligible to apply for Recognition of Prior Learning for the applicable courses completed online.

Note: Completion of the online courses does not guarantee admission into the on-campus program. Students must be 18 years of age or older to enroll.

After successful completion of the certificate, you will be able to:

Examine the processing parameters for brewing ingredients.

Identify, select and utilize process technology practices in brewery operations, packaging and handling.

Design a functional brewery operation, from an equipment standpoint.

Utilize computer applications for brewery operations.

Formulate and develop a beer recipe for the market place.

Identify techniques for cleaning and sanitation of packaging systems.

And more!

Home Sausage Making

Intake: Fall

Delivery: In Person at the Olds College Campus

This hands-on class is a perfect fit for someone looking to learn about sausage making production for home use. Course covers all topics related to creating that perfect sausage, including: equipment set up and maintenance, meat block selection, casing practical skills, mixing spices, smokehouse operation / maintenance, linking and tying, recipe development, proper grinding and stuffing techniques, as well as food safety and sanitation practices.

Home Game Butchering

Intake: Start dates vary

Delivery: In Person (Location may vary, check website for details)

This is a great beginner course for anyone looking to cut and process their own wild game. Learn proper and efficient techniques that may be easily done from home. These skills will help you get the most out of your carcass. Topics covered include: muscle groups, seam butchering, boning, carcass breakdown, roast tying, steak cutting, wrapping and of course, food safety and sanitation.

Animal Welfare & Humane Slaughter

Intake: January, April, July and October

Delivery: Online

This program is designed as a basic introduction into the world of humane handling and stunning. Participants will gain an understanding of the theory and applications related to the slaughter of all species that are processed in Canada. In addition, proper handling and animal welfare are covered in the course material. Students have 3 months after registering to complete a single course. If you enroll in the entire program, you have 12 months to complete.

Courses Available:

• Introduction/Animal Welfare

• Humane Slaughter – Bleeding

• Humane Slaughter – Stunning & Killing

• Humane Slaughter – Handling & Restraint

• Humane Slaughter – The Barn Environment

• Humane Slaughter – Poultry

Group Rate:

Looking to enroll a group in the Animal Welfare & Humane Slaughter program? We have group rates availble if 20 or more participants enrolled in the full program at the same time. Email coned@oldscollege.ca for more information.

General Beverage

Intake: Spring

Delivery: Online

The General Beverage microcredential will familiarize you with the sensory attributes of different beverages and how they are produced and packaged. Production, quality control and introduction to sensory attributes, filtering and packaging are explored.

Cider Beverage

Intake: Fall

Delivery: Online

The Cider Beverage microcredential will give you a background in Cider-making that will provide you with the skills and background necessary for a career in the cider industry. Production, flavors, quality, finishing and marking and sales are explored.

Ready to Drink (RTD)

Intake: See website for details

Delivery: Online

The Ready to Drink Beverage microcredential will give the you a background and will provide you with the necessary competencies for a career in the Ready to Drink Beverage production industry. Production, flavors, quality, finishing and marketing and sales are explored.

Online, self-directed microcredentials are a great way to increase your skills and knowledge! For more information on microcredentials, visit page 36.

Heavy Equipment Operator Certificate

Intake: Fall, Winter, Spring

Delivery: In Person at the Olds College Campus

The Heavy Equipment Operator Certificate Program (HEO) provides you with the knowledge and skills required to join the workforce as an entry-level heavy equipment operator. In this 12-week program, plus a practicum, you will focus on job-site fundamentals including: health, safety, and environmental training and awareness; equipment maintenance and operation; and application of earth moving techniques using hands-on operations. You will be trained to operate selected pieces of equipment, which may include: compactor, loader, dozer, grader, skid steer and excavator.

Admission Requirements:

This program has admission requirements and student funding may be available. It is recommended to register early to avoid dissapointment as some courses have a maximum enrollment.

To view more information about admissions to the HEO program, please visit oldscollege.ca/HEO

Thank you to our industry partners:

Did you know this program may be eligible for the Canada-Alberta Job grant? Learn more about the Canada-Alberta job grant on Page 39.

For a full list of industry partners, please visit our website.

Experienced Heavy Equipment Operator Safety Certification

Industry is seeing a need for their experienced operators to have proficiency certification in order to either bid on projects or abide by insurance guidelines. While this is not legislated in Alberta at this time, Olds College has government approved Heavy Equipment Operator Curriculum. We are able to provide equipment specific Safety Certification. This is based upon our curriculum that has been developed and reviewed with Industry Stakeholders. Prerequisite hours for entry into the evaluations are EQUIPMENT BASED. We require that prior to us evaluating an operator, a sufficient amount of hours on the specific piece of equipment must be logged. Equipment includes loader, skid steer, dozer, grader and packer. Students that successfully complete the classroom work and evaluation will receive a certificate valid for 3 years. Group rates available.

Please contact for more details at coned@oldscollege.ca or call: 403-556-8341

Utility Tree Worker Safety Training

Intake: Spring

Delivery: In Person at the Olds College Campus

Are you currently employed in a position where you are clearing brush and trimming trees around power lines? This 2-week course can help you take your career to the next level as it is one of the components required to apply for certification as a Utility Tree Worker or Utility Tree Trimmer in Alberta with the Professional Vegetation Manager's Association (PVMA).

Pre-requisite

You must have six months of related work experience in tree and brush work around power lines to register for this course.

Special Requirements:

Please check the Olds College Continuing Education website for specific eligibility criteria, student equipment and supplies required for this course. After successful completion of this course and the required number of work experience hours, students can apply to the PVMA for certification. PVMA contact: www.pvma.ca Watch our website for Spring 2023 dates.

Utility Tree Worker & Tree Trimmer Recertification

Intake: Spring

Delivery: In Person at the Olds College Campus or Online

The Professional Vegetation Manager's Association (PVMA), in association with the Work & Safety Standards Division of Alberta Labour requires certified Utility Tree Trimmers and Utility Tree Workers to complete a recertification course within five years after obtaining their initial certification and every five years thereafter. You will be updated on current electrical safety standards and safety practices important to you on the job. After successful completion of this course and a passing mark on the exam, currently employed Utility Tree Workers and Utility Tree Trimmers can apply to the PVMA for recertification.

Online Self-Directed Optional Stump Treatment Pesticide Certification

You should be comfortable with computers and should be prepared to locate and schedule a proctor to write the exam within the 2-week course dates. The online recertification course cannot be taken consecutively (twice in a row). In-class recertification is required at least once in a 10-year period. If your recertification has lapsed, then you will be required to take the in-class session to recertify. There will be only one retake for the final online exam, a retake cannot occur prior to 30 days of the first attempt. If you are not successful on the retake exam, you will be required to take an in-class recertification that is held in the Spring.

The Stump Treatment Pesticide Certificate is required for individuals applying herbicides to stumps and is available only to those with a Utility Tree Worker or Utility Tree Trimmer Certificate. The Stump Treatment tutorial and exam are optional and offered in the evening during the Utility Tree Worker Safety course.

Apprenticeship & Industry Training (AIT) Entrance Exam Preparation

Intake: Second Wednesday of Every Month

Delivery: Online

So you want to enter into the Apprenticeship system, but you don't have the high school pre-requisites? We can help. Rather than going back to take the high school courses, you can take the Trades Entrance Exam.

The Pre-Apprenticeship Exam Training program consists of four individual courses to prepare participants of the trades industry for success in their continued employment, education and mandatory qualifications exams. These courses are self-directed with no instructor, yet interactive with innovative learning exercises. Students who wish to register to become an apprentice and learn on the job, without the prerequisite high school education, must write an entrance exam based on Math, Science, and English Skills. Similarly, those challenging the trade credential may benefit from these courses if they require some upgrading in basic Science, Math or English.

Each trade requires a variety of different requirements (for example some require Math similar to 20-3, some recommend higher levels), but each of these courses has no prerequisites. The learner can choose which competencies to study that pertains to the exam he or she will be taking. Challenge yourself to increase your success!

AIT Exam Prep Topics: Recommended Materials:

Intro to Math for the Trades

Intro to Science for the Trades

Basic Communication for the Trades

Technical Communication for the Trades

Visit oldscollege.ca/ce for access to materials that will be beneficial to students. This includes the Study Guide from Alberta Apprenticeship, Apprenticeship Education Entrance Requirements and the Prior Learning Assessment examination.

Air Brake Endorsement

Intake: Multiple start dates available

Delivery: In Person at the Olds College Campus

Classes 2-5 drivers are able to take this course and add a "Q" endorsement to their license (Class 1 drivers have air brakes specific testing). Class 5GDL is acceptable. Class 7 (learners) cannot attend a Q endorsement training.

After successful completion of the practical and written exams at the conclusion of the course, you will be eligible to apply for the "Q" endorsement through a Registry agent. A practical exam is given at the end of the course. Successful completion of the practical portion at Olds College will enable you to write the written theory portion at a registry office to complete the process with Alberta Transportation.

CWB Weld Testing

Intake: Every Monday, September - April

Delivery: In Person at the Olds College Campus

Olds College is an authorized test centre for the Canadian Welding Bureau (CWB). Welders who are not employed by a company certified to CSA W47.1 and are not a member of a union providing testing facilities may test here. For more information, please call: 1-800-661-6537

Kris: ext 8250 or Tony: ext 8274

Powder Coating

Intake: Second Wednesday of Every Month

Delivery: Online or In-Person at Your Location

In this training session, you will discover the benefits and costs of powder selection, the safety hazards and controls, surface prep and substrates, hanging systems, booth design, powder application, ovens and curing, and quality control and testing. Learn all of the tips and tricks of this trade from our industry experts. In-person customized contract training is available by request

For more course

go to our website

Small Engines - Tune Up & Regular Maintenance

Intake: Fall & Winter

Delivery: In Person at the Olds College Campus

For those with little to no experience with engines. This course will cover the theory and techniques to diagnose small engines. Students will then have hands-on time in the lab to tune up and perform regular maintenance on small engines such as lawnmowers, garden tractors, motorcycles, and snowmobiles. You will come away with a better understanding on how to diagnose electrical, fuel and mechanical problems and get the engine tuned up.

Small Engines - Overhaul Procedures

Intake: Fall & Winter

Delivery: In Person at the Olds College Campus

For those that have either completed the Tune Up and Regular maintenance course or someone that has a good deal of experience in regular maintenance of small engines and wants to learn how to overhaul an engine. This course will go into depth regarding the overhaul of engine systems, drive trains and electrical systems.

Introduction to Welding

Intake: Fall & Winter

Delivery: In Person at the Olds College Campus

For beginners as well as welders who would like more hands-on practice. This course will cover the theory, techniques, and shop practice of oxy-acetylene welding of mild steel, brazing, flame cutting, arc welding, and MIG welding.

Note: Students must bring PPE - Safety Glasses, Coveralls, Good Sturdy Shoes (steel toe recommended), Welding Gloves, Pliers, Welding Beanie or hat. Welding hood will be provided. You are welcome to bring your own if you prefer. Ages 14 & 15 can enroll along with a parent who has some welding experience. Age 16+ can enroll without a parent.

Fundamental Forging

Intake: Fall & Winter

Delivery: In Person at the Olds College Campus

Learn basic blacksmith skills in a one-day hands-on course. These courses include an overview of safety, tools, and forge management. You will go home with at least one finished project to brag about. This is a great opportunity for you to be creative and learn a heritage skill.

Skills Learned: Available Projects:

Tools and forge management

Draw out & flatten

Punching holes

Chiseling

Forming scrolls

Forming leafs

Key Holder

Wall Hook

Horse Hoof Pick

Bottle Opener

J hook

Jewellery

Door Handle

Shepherd's Hook

Beyond Beginner Blacksmithing

Intake: Fall & Winter

Delivery: In Person at the Olds College Campus

This intense two-day format builds on the skills learned in the fundamental forging courses. Although there is not a formal prerequisite to this course, this 2-day course is intense and you are in for a workout and steep learning curve if you haven't done any forging, but if you like a challenge and are up for it, jump in. These courses include discussion of techniques, demonstrations and lot of practice in front of the forge. You will go home with the tools that you made.

Skills Learned: Available Projects:

Rivet two pieces of forged material together, Chiseling to make the split scroll ends

Twisting joinery,

Riveting and or collaring

Rasping and filing

Punches, Riveting Tools, and Tongs

These projects will help you in making your own tools for you to add to your toolbox.

Scrolls, Circles, and Rivets

Create a garden trivet.

Campfire Set

A portable pot hanger and frying pan holder set.

Interested in bringing your own project and materials to work on at our facility? Call us at 1.800.661.6537

For more course information go to our website

Olds College Continuing Education and Corporate Training is excited to introduce online microcredentials. From beverage production to horticulture to cannabis — these self-directed, online microcredentials align with some of the most desired skills sought by top industries. Through earning microcredentials, individuals will be able to boost their careers with practical skills, recognize what they’ve learned while on the job, and share their skills with employers.

Digital Badges

Once learners have demonstrated proficiency in the microcredential, they are provided with a digital badge. Learners have control over where they share digital badges, future employers are immediately able to view qualifications related to specific skills through Olds College’s digital wallet, MyCreds.ca. Upgrading microcredentials to badges allows students to further increase their knowledge and reflect their professional skills.

Who is a Microcredential Best Suited For?

That’s the wonderful thing about each microcredential, often they can be taken by anyone and do not require prerequisites or previous training. Microcredentials provide the opportunity for those currently in associated industries or those looking to enter the industry with the competencies they will need to take their career to the next level.

Microcredentials and badges are offered in several sought after industries:

• Horticulture Production

• Introduction for Crop Production & Facilities

• Cannabis Legislation & Documentation

• Horticulture for Cannabis Production

• Cannabis Retail

• Beverage Production

• Agriculture

• RVT Recertification

More coming soon! Visit oldscollege.ca/microcredentials for up to date information.

GREEN CERTIFICATE

REGISTER FOR & TRAIN IN THE GREEN CERTIFICATE PROGRAM!

GET RECOGNITION FOR WHAT YOU ALREADY DO ON THE

FARM!

APPRENTICESHIP-STYLE - WORKFORCE DEVELOPMENT - TRAINING PROGRAM

Training Alberta's High School students for their future in our provinces Agricultural Industries

• Earn 16 High School credits - All credits count toward Grade 12 graduation requirements

• Receive 3, Grade 12 course marks that count towards your Rutherford Scholarship

• Have fun learning more about agriculture in a practical, hands-on environment

• Increase your knowledge and skill level and gain valuable work experience

• Explore career options in the agriculture industry

Alberta Agriculture & Irrigation work in partnership with Alberta Education and the agriculture industry to offer the Green Certificate to all Grade 10-12 Alberta High School students.

Trainees select a specialization and under the guidance of their trainer, work towards mastering all the skills within their training program.

Specializations:

Cow Calf / Equine / Field Crop / Feedlot / Dairy

Sheep / Swine / Greenhouse / Poultry / Beekeeper / Irrigated Crop

oldscollege.ca/greencertificate

Green Certificate Program CENTRAL Region Coordinator: Kelsey Jorgensen, Olds College of Agriculture & Technology

P: 403-507-0434 / E: kjorgensen@oldscollege.ca

For more course information go to our website

ACCOMODATIONS

On-site accommodations to suit any budget

Campus Housing Pomeroy Inn & Suites at Olds College

• Year-round accommodations for conferences, sports, school groups and more.

• Unique, affordable and convenient group lodging.

• Rooms are equipped with a double bed including cozy duvet linens and amenities.

• Cots available on request.

• Contemporary, private guestrooms including ensuite bathroom, starting at $65/night.

• Group rates available.

Contact Phone: 403-507-7999

Email: residenceservices@oldscollege.ca

Visit: oldscollege.ca/liveatoc

• Full service accommodations with the spirit of a friendly rural lodge and the modern amenities of a big city hotel.

• 82 comfortable and functional rooms and suites.

• First-class amenities, including: Hypnos Sleep System beds with premium Eden Indulgence linens, flat screen TVs, ergonomic workstations, free Wi-Fi and Keurig coffee station with a selection of Starbucks coffee.

• Also available are spacious, full kitchen suites.

• Deluxe complimentary hot breakfast.

• State-of-the-art fitness facility, pool, hot tub, waterslide, and fully equipped business centre.

Contact

Phone: 403-556-8815

Visit: pomeroyinnandsuites.com

Address: 4601 46 Ave, Olds AB

Canada-Alberta Job Grant Overview

The Canada-Alberta Job Grant is an employer-driven training program. This means that employers decide on who gets training and what type of training may be needed for new and existing employees. Employers are required to use a third-party training provider to deliver the formal training either onsite, online, or in a classroom setting.

The Canada Job Grant is part of the Government of Canada and Government of Alberta’s commitment to help address skills mismatches and ensure that employees are being trained in high-demand areas.

Why do employers need the Canada-Alberta Job Grant?

Despite fluctuations in the economy, employers will always need a workforce that is well educated, highly skilled and productive. The Canada-Alberta Job Grant will help employers develop workers to suit their needs and provide people with the jobs they need to succeed. Investing in skills training means more workers in Alberta will have the skills in demand in our labour market, now and in the future.

How will it benefit you?

By supporting and investing in employee training, The Canada-Alberta Job Grant helps to increase:

• productivity

• employee skills

• employee retention

Source: http://www.albertacanada.com/opportunity/employers/jobgrant.aspx

How the Alberta-Canada Job Grant Can Work For You:

By supporting and investing in employee training, the Canada-Alberta Job Grant (CAJG) helps you to increase productivity, employee skills, and employee retention. The CAJG can be applied to many training situations, offering employers potential solutions to their workplace challenges.

The CAJG is an employer-driven training program. As an employer, you decide who gets training and what type of training may be needed for new and existing employees. Employers will cover a minimum of one third of direct training costs, while the government covers two-thirds up to a maximum of $10,000 per trainee. If hiring and training an unemployed Albertan, up to 100% of training costs could be covered to a maximum of $15,000 per trainee.

To apply, or if you have questions about the Canada-Alberta Job Grant, please contact:

Toll-Free: 1-855-638-9424

Email: jobgrant@gov.ab.ca

Website: www.albertacanada.com/jobgrant