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This page keeps the requirements and topics named on the public Tradesecrets page. It is not the official site, and it does not replace a form, an exam booking, or a decision by Alberta Apprenticeship and Industry Training.
Checked 4 October 2026. Tradesecrets and the Government of Alberta do not endorse TradesAtlas.
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- Get a jump on apprenticeship while you’re in high school!
Registered Apprenticeship Program (RAP)
- Start working in a trade and earn credit toward your high school diploma and your journeyperson certificate and apprenticeship education at the same time. | Learn More
Career and Technology Studies (CTS)
- Learn trade-specific skills from a certified journeyperson for high school credit and advanced standing toward an apprenticeship program after high school. | Learn More
High School Apprenticeship Scholarships
- Earn $1,000 to continue your apprenticeship program after high school if you participate in RAP or CTS. | Learn more
Community Programs
- We are proud to provide funding to these organizations that can get you started in apprenticeship education and the skilled trades:
- CAREERS: The Next Generation: Get connected with employers who hire youth. CAREERS works with both schools and industry to help you find paid internship opportunities in the Registered Apprenticeship Program. | Learn More Learn More
- Skills Canada Alberta: Explore careers in skilled trades and technologies through hands-on experiences, competitions, and in-class resources. |Learn More Learn More
Related Resources
- For Teachers: Information Sheets and Brochures For Students: Youth Engagement Download: RAP Brochure | Apprenticeship Education Brochure | A Team Approach to Apprenticeship From Alberta Education: Off-campus Education Handbook (open.alberta.ca) | Off-Campus Education Program Supports (education.alberta.ca) | Guide to CTS (learnalberta.ca) | CTS Apprenticeship Pathways (education.alberta.ca)