Careers: The Next Generation

Pembina Hills has partnered with Careers: Next Generation, a not-for-profit foundation that assists students by bringing together industry, schools, governments and communities to guide youth into successful career paths. Careers connects youth to employers in various industries where they can try out some of Alberta’s most in-demand careers while making money and earning high school credits.

What industries?

• Skilled Trades
• Information & Communications Technologies (ICT)
• Health
• Agriculture
• Forestry
• Energy Production

Careers Brochure

Careers Testimonial Video

Careers Website

Connect with our Careers Lead Teacher

Students can connect with our Careers Lead Teacher, Alex Wilkinson at off-campus.learning@pembinahills.ca or 780.350-0138 for more information.

With Dual Credit programming, Grades 10-12 students have the opportunity to complete a college course or program while earning credits at both the college and high school (Gr. 12, 30-level) levels at the same time.

Why take Dual Credit programming?

• Finding their path: Taking dual credit programming allows students to try out a post-secondary course or program and prepares students for a post-secondary environment. 
• Students can earn both high school and college credits at the same time
• Schooling at home that fits the student’s schedule: Dual Credit programming is completed online with most courses being accessed when the students are available – during the day, evening or whenever it fits their schedule. Students may be able to complete an entire college program while living at home, depending on the program. 
• It can lower future course loads and save money: Students can complete courses towards a credential before going to a post-secondary institution. Students can also get a rebate (up to 90% of tuition) upon successful completion.
• Students can complete college prerequisite courses

Who is eligible to take dual credit?

High school students who are 19 years of age or younger as of September 1 of the current school year. are eligible to take dual credits. 

Dual Credit Opportunities

Dual Credit opportunities are available through:

• Southern Alberta Institute of Technology (SAIT)
• Olds College
• NorQuest College
• Northern Lakes College

Notes:
Students planning to attend colleges in Alberta other than those listed may also be able to start their program while attending high school. Students must talk to their career counsellor or school administration as soon as possible.

Some programs require practicum placements that can be completed within our community or they may require practical experience that must be completed away from home.

Register

Students can talk to their school career counsellor or school administration about dual credit opportunities, prerequisite requirements and the registration process.

For more information contact PHSD’s Careers/Off-Campus Lead Teacher:

Alex Wilkinson
off-campus.learning@pembinahills.ca

Registered Apprenticeship Program (RAP)

Students work in a trade of choice (part-time during the school year, for a semester, on weekends/holidays or during the summer) and earn wages, high school credit and on-the-job apprenticeship hours towards a journeyperson certificate. 

Once the RAP student completes high school, the RAP apprenticeship ends and students are automatically registered as regular apprentices and the job hours earned while in RAP are applied to their apprenticeship program. 

Some of the RAP Placements in Pembina Hills

• Parts Technicians
• Automotive Service Technicians
• Heavy Equipment Technicians 

For more information, students can contact their Academic Counsellor or school principal.