Who is RAP for?

The Registered Apprenticeship Program (RAP) is a modified apprenticeship program for students 15 years of age and older. RAP students are both full-time students and registered apprentices.

Do I earn credit?

A RAP student can earn up to 1000 hours of time credits toward an apprenticeship and simultaneously earn up to 40 credits ( 1 credit = 25 hours ) toward senior high school diploma requirements.

When do I do RAP?

Most employers require RAP students to work at least half days and perhaps weekends. Students need to organize their on campus (school) schedules to accommodate if interested in the RAP program.

Do I get paid?

Students in RAP must be paid at least current Alberta minimum wage .

Will I be an apprentice?

RAP is considered your first step toward a career in the trades. When an employer employ's a RAP student they are committing to teaching that student a trade. The student needs to be committed to learning the trade.

Who is part of the agreement?

Employers enter into an agreement with the student, guardian of student, and the Holy Spirit School Division, covering the period of employment. The employer, for reference, should retain one copy of completed agreement. The Off Campus Program will register the student with the Alberta Apprenticeship Board and incur all related costs.

What are my duties?

Students duties should be discussed and agreed to by the employer and Off Campus Coordinator, keeping in mind the objective of an apprenticeship.

How am I evaluated?

The off-campus coordinator, in consultation with the onsite supervisor and based on personal observations, shall assess the students performance. Whenever possible, the coordinator will arrange to visit the work site.

What about safety?

The student is provided with appropriate safety course/orientation related to job responsibilities and work site environment. The student will be encouraged to complete a construction safety course and is required to complete the workplace safety course (HCS 3000).

How am I supervised?

The student is to be appropriately supervised and monitored during each work shift by a suitable supervisor.

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ELearning

Lethbridge Schools

Rural Schools

Holy Spirit's Registered Apprenticeship Program page

Registered Apprenticeship Program