Community Education Training Centre

01/12/2026

Successful Regional Partnership!

🎓 Celebrating Student Success in Hinton! 🎉

On December 23, Mayor LaBerge and Councillor Dunn proudly congratulated local students who received funding through the Regional Tuition Assistance Bursary Program🎓!

📚This program, made possible through collaboration with the Town of Drayton Valley, University of Alberta’s Community University Partnership, and Future Skills Centre Canada, helps reduce financial barriers to post-secondary education and supports workforce development in our region.

Our incredible students are pursuing programs such as:
✅ Bachelor of Indigenous Language Revitalization – Yellowhead Tribal College
✅ Bachelor of Commerce – University of Alberta
✅ Doctor of Medicine – University of Alberta
✅ Indigenous Teacher Education Management – University of British Columbia
✅ Business Administration Management – NAIT
✅ Science Bachelor – Biological Science – University of Calgary

Six students from Hinton each received between $1,621 and $1,675 toward tuition costs – an investment in their future and our community!

👏 Congratulations to these inspiring individuals! We’re proud to support your educational journey and can’t wait to see the incredible impact you’ll make.

📸 Councillor Dunn, Jessica, Mayor LaBerge, Shae-lyn, Sara and Jodie

Learn more about the bursary program ➡ https://hinton.ca/1342

01/07/2026

We are truly fortunate to have a wealth of opportunities available to us right at home.

Among its many partners and projects, the Community-University Partnership (CUP) is particularly proud of its longtime collaboration with the Town of Drayton Valley, Alta.

12/15/2025

Lauren Wolsey always knew she wanted to help people, but it wasn’t until she considered her childhood dream of becoming a kindergarten teacher that she solidified her career path. Unsure of where to begin her post-secondary education, Lauren ultimately chose the University Studies program at Northern Lakes College (NLC), allowing her to stay in her hometown of Drayton Valley while gaining the education she needed to progress toward her goal.

Read Lauren's full story: https://www.northernlakescollege.ca/about-us/nlc-stories/post/laurens-story-building-a-future-in-early-childhood-education-close-to-home

11/20/2025

BScN - Rural Community Route Information Session

The University of Calgary, located in the heart of Southern Alberta, both acknowledges and pays tribute to the traditional territories of the peoples of Treaty 7, which include the Blackfoot Confederacy (comprised of the Siksika, the Piikani, and the Kainai First Nations), the Tsuut’ina First Nati...

11/08/2025

Have you started thinking of the “New Year, New You”? We have education opportunities for you! Dig deep into our partnership schools and see what we have to offer, see all of the opportunities supported by the Tuition Assistance Bursary!

Are you driven to make a difference? TAB's primary focus areas support students pursuing careers essential to the health, safety and well-being of communities across Brazeau County. These roles include emergency services, healthcare careers, and human services.

10/21/2025

Northern Lakes College has courses and programs for you Anytime, Anywhere. We are fortunate to have a partnership with Northern Lakes, making Tuition Assistance bursary in your reach.

Start or continue your Maintenance Management Professional (MMP) journey this November with Northern Lakes College!

Designed for operations and maintenance managers in asset-intensive industries, the MMP Certificate program delivers practical strategies, tools, and techniques to help you manage physical assets effectively and drive business success.

Whether you're just beginning or picking up where you left off—this is your chance to gain industry-recognized skills that make a real impact.

Register and learn more: https://www.northernlakescollege.ca/MMP

10/09/2025

Another incredible opportunity in Drayton Valley! Supported by our Tuition Assistance Bursary! We can have you starting October 21 in the HCA space at the CETC!!

Why take HCA training?

Why not ?! There are several reasons why someone might want to pursue a career as a health care aide in Alberta including:

🩺Accessible entry into health care: Becoming an HCA is one of the more accessible ways to enter the health care field. Programs are often shorter than for other health care roles, and the costs are typically lower. This can be a great way for someone to enter the workforce quickly and start gaining practical experience.

Lets lay the groundwork for your future in healthcare, Call 403-967-0309 or email [email protected]

10/08/2025

Save the date! Application fees will be waived on Thursday, November 6. NLC is a partner post-secondary institution, which our Tuition Assistance Bursary supports certificate and degree programs.

10/05/2025

The Town of Drayton Valley also partners with Campus Alberta Central; allowing us to support both Town and County students with Tuition Assistance Bursary. See link in comments.

09/14/2025

Drayton Valley has an October 21 start date with in-person learning! Three days a week and within 8 months you could have your certificate as a Health Care Aide! Reach out to Amanda or Tanya w HCAA!

Start Your Healthcare Career This Fall

Unlock your potential in healthcare! Our Health Care Aide Program provides hands-on training in a supportive environment, leading to real-world career opportunities. Gain essential skills, receive additional training, and secure practicum placements at top facilities like Red Deer Regional Hospital.

📅 Next intake: September 9, 2025

Call 403-967-0309 or email [email protected] for more information.

09/08/2025

Visit NLC here at the CETC and see what we have for you!!

Continuing Education & Corporate Training (CE&CT) is your one-stop shop for efficient, and effective employment-related training. In the classroom or online, one-day courses or certificate programs, Continuing Education at Northern Lakes College has the training you want.