Portage College has partnered with the Canadian Armed Forces to provide CAF members and veterans with flexible learning opportunities and support for transitioning to civilian life.
The Non-Commissioned Member Subsidized Training and Education Plan (NCMSTEP) offers full-time paid training or education at Canadian colleges, universities and other postsecondary establishments for authorized courses of study related to military occupations.
The following information lists recognized trade credentials in Alberta, categorized first by the issuing jurisdiction, the Alberta trade, followed by the equivalent credential.
As per Transport Canada, anyone with post 2005 training – QL3 Trade 00138 ACS –can apply to write the required AME-S technical exams – both SPS (standard practices) and ST (structures)
The City of Cold Lake has purchased a hangar at the Cold Lake regional airport, with the intention of turning it into an instructional space for the Aircraft Maintenance Engineering School.
Portage College is excited to announce that its Practical Nursing (PN) program has been granted approval for subsidized education through the Canadian Armed Forces (CAF) Accreditation, Certification, and Equivalency program.
Portage College to provide Advanced Credit to current and former members of the Canadian Armed Forces, based on their military training and experience.
Alberta post-secondary institutions have signed a memorandum of understanding supporting Canadian Armed Forces (CAF) Reservists who are college employees or students
Portage College is a founding member of CMVF3C (Canadian Military, Veteran & Family Connected Campus Consortium).
The CMVF3C represents a nationwide partnership involving post-secondary institutions (PSIs), the Canadian Armed Forces (CAF), Veterans Affairs Canada (VAC), as well as military members, veterans, their families, and various support organizations.
Military-connected individuals have a direct link with the Canadian Armed Forces or the military of their home nation. Military-connected students may identify as:
We have many programs to choose from with certificate, diploma and degree options. Our Student Advisors are here to help you with your decision. We have several areas of interest that may interest you such as:
As a military-connected student, you could be entitled to credit for your military record and experience. Your acquired knowledge and skills gained through experience will be evaluated to assess if credit can be granted. In order to apply to have your miliary record reviewed for Prior Learning Assessment and Recognition for a Portage College program, please submit your Member's Personnel Record Resume to our academic advisor.
Ary you interested in seeing how your military trade qualification applies Alberta certification? For more information, please review the Alberta Apprenticeship and Industry Training recognized trade credentials equivalencies. Contact your local Apprenticeship and Industry Training office.
Military-connected individuals can expect a high standard of support and service from qualified college personnel.
Here are some of the activities we can help you with:
Military-connected individuals wishing to speak with someone from the Canadian Armed Forces about their educational options can contact their Personnel Selection Officer.
At Portage College, the contact for military-connected students is Alexandra Nixon. She can be reached at (780) 639-7109.