- Pre-employment - Carpentry: Sept. 2026
- Pre-employment - Electrical: winter 2027
TAB-Affiliated Programs
Explore a growing list of academic options
We work with institutional partners to deliver a spectrum of popular post-secondary programming locally, either at Drayton Valley's Community Education & Training Centre or via remote learning sessions.
Browse our ever-growing inventory of TAB-affiliated post-secondary institutions and fields of study.
If you find a program you like, and if you're unable to finance it through regular channels, you can get started on your TAB application.
NEW FOR 2026
Mobile Training Lab (MTL) Pre-Employment Trades
The Northern Lakes College MTL marks a major milestone in expanding access to essential technical careers. The program kicks off in September 2026 with a Pre-Employment Carpentry program designed to build vital skills close to home, helping students meet the demand in the skilled trades.
We are prioritizing qualified local instructors to lead these courses, ensuring our community plays a direct role in driving regional economic growth.
Campus Alberta Central
The Town of Drayton Valley proudly introduces Campus Alberta Central as its TAB-affiliated educational partner. Campus Alberta Central (CAC) is a joint venture between Olds College of Agriculture & Technology and Red Deer Polytechnic that provides post-secondary programs to communities throughout the central Alberta region.
Student success is a high priority for Campus Alberta Central. Community Learning Partners within the region provide access to information, technology and support to help ensure students have a positive learning experience.
STEP 1
Choose an Eligible Program
Campus Alberta Central programs include training in high-demand fields such as trades, health care, business and human services. Popular programs include:
- Business Certificate & Diploma
- Educational Assistant Certificate
- Agronomy Certificate Levels 1 & 2
- Beef Production Certificate
- Practical Nurse Diploma
Explore the different TAB-funded programs below.
STEP 2
Contact the Institution
Reach out directly to the post-secondary institution offering your desired program. Currently, programs are delivered in partnership with either Olds College or Red Deer Polytechnic.
Because each institution operates independently, registration procedures, admission requirements, and deadlines will vary. We highly recommend connecting with their respective admissions offices or visiting their official program pages to ensure a successful enrollment process.
STEP 3
Submit Your TAB Application
Submit a complete and accurate TAB application containing: Proof of residency: In Drayton Valley or Brazeau County. Program details: Proof of admission and tuition amounts. Financial disclosure: Show all other funding sources.
Administrators will review your submission, and you'll be notified if you're approved. Bursaries are awarded on a first-come, first-served basis until the annual budget is exhausted.
Olds College Online Programs
- Agronomy Certificate Level I
- Agronomy Certificate Level 2
- Agribusiness Finance Certificate
- Beef Production Certificate
- Introduction to Brewing Certificate
- Pre-Apprenticeship Exam Training
- Animal Welfare & Humane Slaughter Certificate
- Administrative Assistant Certificate
- Agricultural Sales & Customer Support Certificate
- Craft Distilling Certificate
- Leadership Training
- Prairie Horticulture Certificate
- Turf Science Certificate
Red Deer Polytechnic Online Programs
Credit Programs
- Business Certificate & Diploma
- Early Learning & Child Care Certificate & Diploma
- Educational Assistant Certificat
- University Transfer Courses
Micro-Credentials
- Trauma-Informed Workforce
- Indigenous Care Aide
- Complex Care and Patient Navigator
- Statistical Consultant
- Solar Photovoltaic Systems Career Launcher
Continuing Education & Corporate Training
- Business Communication Certificate
- Cybersecurity Certificate
- Cybersecurity Essentials Analyst Certificate
- IT Support Analyst Certificate
- Website and Mobile Development Certificate
- Applied AI Machine Learning Certificate
- Digital Marketing Strategist Certificate
- Digital Marketing Certificate
- Lean Six Sigma Certificate
- Leadership for Women in Business Certificate
- Medical Office Assistant Certificate
- Medical Device Reprocessing Certificate
- Professional Bookkeeping Certificate
- Bookkeeping Basics Certificate
- ASCHA Activity Manager Certificate
- ASCHA Site Manager Certificate
- ASCHA Community Housing Certificate
- Certified Associate in Project Management (CAPM) Exam Prep. Training
- Project Management Professional (PMP) Exam Prep. Training
- Creativity and Innovation Certificate
- Managing Change and Resolving Conflict Certificate
- Computer Skills for the Office Certificate
- Leadership Skills Mastery Certificate
- Leadership & Management Foundations
- Residential Heating and Cooling Troubleshooting – Electrical Certificate
- Power Engineering Fourth Class Part A & B
- Recreation Facility Management Certificate (AARFP Collaboration)
The program format, schedule and other details are subject to change at the discretion of the course provider. Please consult the Campus Alberta Central website for up-to-date information on the course being provided.
Northern Lakes College Programs
The Town of Drayton Valley is proud to partner with Northern Lakes College! Northern Lakes brings over 50 years of expertise to support the distance education needs in Drayton Valley and the surrounding area. NLC’s Supported Distance Learning (SDL) model ensures programs and services are accessible to students everywhere!
Northern Lakes College also offers Apprenticeship and Pre-Employment Trade opportunities, Continuing Education & Corporate Training, and Dual Credit for High School students. Explore the programming options below.
Business and Administrative Studies
Turn your dreams into reality and prepare for the highly competitive world of business through an office or business program at Northern Lakes College. We engage and collaborate directly with employers to determine exactly what students need to learn to be successful and tailor curriculum accordingly.Click the links below to explore the courses.Business Administration »
Computer Network Specialist »
Human Resource Management Diploma »
Office Administration »
Health Careers
Become a vital member of a health care team. Our successful Health programs offer practical training with experienced professionals.Health Care Aide »
Paramedic »
Practical Nurse »
Human Service Careers
We offer a range of Human Service programs that are in demand across Alberta and Canada. Graduates of Human Service careers have higher-than-average job earning growth projected over the next few years.Addictions Counselling Diploma »
Early Learning and Child Care Certificate or Diploma »
Educational Assistant Certificate »
Social Work Diploma »
Pre-Employment Trades
In today’s evolving economy, skilled trades training is more important than ever. Pre-Employment Trades programs provide the foundational technical knowledge you need before you begin hands‑on experience with an employer. Traditionally, apprentices are hired first and attend training later—pre-employment programming flips that model to help you feel confident, prepared, and job‑ready from day one. Get a head start with classroom education that builds a strong foundation in the technical theory of your chosen trade.Pre-Employment Carpenter »
Pre-Employment Electrician »
Pre-Employment Heavy Equipment Technician (Mechanic) »
Pre-Employment Industrial Mechanic (Millwright) »
Pre-Employment Welder »
Resource Technology
Our Resource Technology programs offer flexible learning options, providing students the opportunity to learn anytime and from anywhere there is an Internet connection.Power Engineering 3rd Class »
Power Engineering 4th Class »
Power Engineering 4th Class Lab Certification »
Introduction to Surveying »
Survey Theory and Calculations »
University Studies
We provide university level courses with transfer agreements to many post-secondary institutions across Alberta. We also offer College and Career Preparation courses, leading into a variety of Northern Lakes College career programs or university courses.College and Career Preparation »
University Studies »
University of Calgary Community-Based Bachelor of Education »
Delivery Methods Explained
Face-to-Face: Courses where the instructor and the students are interacting at the same time, at the same physical location.
NLC LIVE Online™: Scheduled classes online, where students log in to a program with instructors and peers on the same day, at the same time.
NLC Anytime, Anywhere: Courses where you do not have scheduled classes, but where you log in to a program online at any time and do your work.
Blended: Courses where you have a combination of face-to-face and online (NLC Anytime, Anywhere and/or NLC LIVE Online™).
Dual Credit: Students in high school can experience College programs while earning post-secondary credits.
The program format, schedule and other details are subject to change at the discretion of the course provider. Please consult the Northern Lakes College website for up-to-date information on the course being provided.
University of Alberta Online & Continuing Education
For over one hundred years, the Online and Continuing Education division has been extending the University of Alberta experience beyond the campus and the classroom to bring adult learners a wealth of continuing education, professional development, and lifelong learning opportunities. Since 2020, the Town has been a partner with the University of Alberta Online and Continuing Education in 2020 to support vocational and career development in Drayton Valley.
Art & Design
The two hubs within the Art & Design area are the Residential Interiors and Visual Arts course collections. Whether you have a passion for interior decorating, are looking to further your career in UX/UI design, or are ready to unleash your inner artist, here’s where you’ll find an ever-growing portfolio of learning opportunities to channel your creativity into a new career or a personal exploration.Residential Exteriors Certificate »
UX / UI Design Certificate »
UX / UI Research Methods Microcredential »
Visual Arts Course Collection »
Business & Leadership
Our Business & Leadership area has no shortage of programs, series, courses, and workshops to help you move your career forward. If a business skill is in demand in the workplace, you can learn it here. There is much to browse and find out, so take your time and check out the wealth of options we have to offer.Business Analysis Certificate »
Business Seminars »
Business Strategy Series »
Certified Administrative Professional Designation »
Certified in Management Designation »
Change Management Series »
Communication Skills for the Workplace Certificate »
Construction Estimating & Planning Microcredential »
Construction Management & Administration Certificate »
Data Privacy and Security Microcredential »
Digital Marketing for Business Microcredential »
Human Resources Management Certificate »
Information Access and Protection of Privacy Certificate »
Leadership Certificate »
Management Development Certificate »
Management Development for APEGA Certificate »
Management Development for Police Services Certificate »
Professional Education for Executives »
Project Management Series »
Risk and Insurance Management (CRM) Designation »
SkillUp@UA On-Demand Courses »
Supervisory Development Citation »
Supply Management Training Diploma »
Technology & Innovation »
Environmental Studies
Our Environmental Sciences and Renewable Energy area has courses, series, and programs to help move your career forward. Join environmental professionals in Alberta and across Canada as you learn from our four specialized areas in Soil Science, Water Resource Management, Land Reclamation, and Environmental Remediation. We also offer four stackable programs in Renewable Energy, including Wind and Solar. Students who complete the Renewable Energy Technologies Certificate are eligible to write the Sustainable Energy Technologies Professional Exam. We also offer learning opportunities in geostatistics.Applied Geostatistics Citation »
Environmental Remediation Certificate »
Land Reclamation Certificate »
Renewable Energy Essentials Series »
Renewable Energy Technologies Certificate »
Soil Science Certificate »
Solar Energy Development and Design Series »
Water Resource Management Certificate »
Wind Energy Development and Design Series »
Health, Safety & Wellness
Become a registered professional and have an impactful career in workplace health and safety through the programs in our Health, Safety, and Wellness area. We offer a certificate and a professional diploma in Occupational Health and Safety, which provide students not only with highly respected educational credentials but also with a clear path for professional accreditation. You may also check out our Workplace Wellness Leadership series.OHS Emerging Issues »
Occupational Health & Safety Diploma »
Occupational Health & Safety Certificate »
Workplace Wellness Leadership Series »
Indigenous Relations
The University of Alberta and Yellowhead Tribal College (YTC) are pleased to announce a partnership to jointly deliver the University of Alberta’s Indigenous Community-Industry Relations certificate program.This agreement brings together the knowledge systems of both institutions, their expertise and wisdom in their respective teaching areas, and their desire to work together for the provision of continuing education.
Indigenous Community-Industry Relations Certificate »
Languages
Learning a language is more than making unusual sounds and learning a new alphabet. It’s about communicating and understanding — it is a cultural experience. Gain an edge on the expanding global market and connect with new people through developing competence in a second language.Communication Skills for the Workplace Certificate »
Public Sector
The programs within our Public Sector area prepare learners to find a career path in different areas and levels of government administration. The NACLAA certificates will help you get what you need for starting or advancing a career in local government; the IAPP certificate focuses on the administration of information access and privacy legislation; and the ALUP certificate supports professionals in municipal government planning and development.Applied Land Use Planning Certificate »
Information Access and Protection of Privacy Certificate »
Local Authority Administration (NACLAA I) Certificate »
Local Authority Administration (NACLAA II) Certificate »
Management Development for Police Services Certificate »
Technology & Innovation
Our Technology and Innovation programming area offers career programs for digital marketers, web developers, and UX/UI designers. We also teach languages like C#, JavaScript, HTML5 and Python, as well as skill-based courses focused on big data, analytics, managing IT projects, data science, and more.Blockchain Fundamentals Microcredential »
C# Back End Web Development Certificate »
Data Privacy and Security Microcredential »
Digital Marketing Certificate »
Digital Marketing for Business Microcredential »
Front End Web Development Certificate »
Full-Stack Web Development Diploma »
Interaction Design and Prototyping for XR Microcredential »
Python Back End Web Development Certificate »
Renewable Energy Essentials Series »
Renewable Energy Technologies Certificate »
Social Media Certificate »
Solar Energy Development and Design Series »
Technology & Innovation course collection »
UX / UI Design Certificate »
UX / UI Research Methods Microcredential »
Unity Development Microcredential »
Wind Energy Development and Design Series »
XR Development with Unity Microcredential »
Writing and Communications
Being an effective communicator is a must-have skill no matter what industry you work in. Our Writing and Communications area has a robust portfolio of courses that will help you excel in your written and oral communication skills. In addition, we offer content aimed at professional communicators, such as our Social Media certificate and many courses focused on the tools of the trade. Languages courses (French, Spanish, and others) are also grouped within this area.Communication Skills for the Workplace Certificate »
Digital Marketing for Business Microcredential »
SkillUp@UA On-Demand Courses »
Social Media Certificate »
UX / UI Design Certificate »
UX / UI Research Methods Microcredential »
The program format, schedule and other details are subject to change at the discretion of the course provider. Please consult the University of Alberta Continuing Education website for up-to-date information on the course being provided.
University of Calgary Faculty of Nursing
We're proud to be partnering with the University of Calgary and Alberta Health Services to offer a Bachelor of Nursing program right here in Drayton Valley through the university's Rural Community Route. This program gives individuals a unique opportunity to become trained healthcare professionals in their hometown. Gain a world-class education here in the community and find the opportunity to give back as a registered nurse. Explore the programming criteria below.
In the rural community route, you'll get the opportunity to learn where you live through a blended course delivery model that includes clinical placements in your community. You will participate in engaging theory courses as well as hands-on labs that support your learning, so you can apply your skills right away.
Check out this video to hear what students, alumni, and instructors are saying about nursing at UCalgary.
Next Admission at the Drayton Valley Site: Fall 2027
- 3.25 -3.5 year degree program
- September admission only
- Labs in-person in Drayton Valley
- Clinical placements within the Drayton Valley area
- Applicants must be Alberta residents who reside within 130 km of Drayton Valley (excluding major urban centres)
Please email the university directly at bnosinfo@ucalgary.ca to request program-specific details.
We've hired several healthcare aides thanks to the TAB program. Many of our team members have gone through the program and become certified, and we currently have more enrolled at the CETC.
It speaks to the program's success because it's making our team stronger and allowing us to provide the best care."
Emily Nichols
Health and Wellness Manager
Seasons Retirement Community
The TAB program facilitates local post-secondary learning opportunities for residents of the Town of Drayton Valley and the Brazeau County region. Administrators reserve the right to periodically review and update the program and its funding criteria. Operation of the TAB program is subject to the availability of funding.
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