Unique Pathways & Off-campus Education

Unique Pathways & Off-campus Education Exploratory - Pipe Trades

Exploratory - Pipe Trades

Overview

In partnership with The Educational Partnership Foundation (TEPF) and Piping Industry Training School Local 496, students can participate in a free one-semester program to explore pipe trades, including plumbing, steam fitting, pipe-fitting, gas-fitting, B-pressure welding and sprinkler fitting. Students will learn from industry professionals and trainers from Piping Industry Training School Local 496 to prepare students for a future career in these various pipe trades.  Training takes place in an industry setting by Journeyperson instructors.

Students will gain:

  • Theoretical Foundation
  • Practical Applications
  • Safety Awareness
  • Workplace Competencies
  • Industry Engagement

Earn industry recognized credentials in:

  • Fall protection
  • Aerial Work Platform (Elevated Platform)
  • First Aid

Program ​​Benef​​its

  • Skills, Training and Transition to Work:
  • Training by qualified Piping Industry Training School Red Seal Journeyperson
  • Connection to potential work placements
  • Completion of industry recognized safety credentials

  • Up to 7 Work Experience Credits
    ​​(credit count may be different in the summer program)​

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Student Eligibil​​i​​ty

Open to all CBE high school students, who:

  • Are in Grade 11 or 12 during the program
  • Are minimum 16 years of age
  • Are mature, punctual and reliable, as this is an industry setting
  • Are able to commit to the duration of the program and attend one of two cohort times
  • Students must complete these courses within two weeks of being accepted into the program: HCS 3000 | HCS 3010 | CSTS 2020

All courses are available through the home high school Off-campus Coordinator or Guidance Counsellor and should be completed prior to applying.

Program Delivery ​and Location

Delivery

This course is offered in person.

Location

Piping Industry Training School, Local 496 (5649 Burbank Road SE, Calgary AB)

Workload

  • Semester 2 - Students can expect a total of 12 hours per week in person.
  • Summer - Students can expect a total of 37.5 hours per week in person. 
There is minimal additional asynchronous work for either session, however, students may require some independent study time to prepare for assessments.

Timetable Requirements & Recommendations

  • Semester 2 - Depending on the cohort they are offered (AM or PM), students must have no morning or afternoon classes in their timetable at their home high school to accommodate this program.
  • Summer – This program is a full-time program and students must commit to the entirety of the program. Students may not be enrolled in any other summer school courses (work experience may be accepted) and must not be planning on travelling during the month of July.

​Program D​at​​es

  • Summer | Month of July 
    • ​Monday to Friday, 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM
  • Semester 2 | February to May 
    • AM Cohort| Monday–Thursday, 8:30–11:30 AM OR
    • PM Cohort| Monday–Thursday, 1:00–4:00 PM
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  • Considerations

    • Students must have space in their schedule to accommodate the program delivery, location, and dates.
      • School year programs – consider your other required course work, school timetable, and extra-curriculars
      • Summer programs – consider your other obligations and travel plans. This course should be considered a full time job.
    • Students are responsible for their own transportation to and from the program location. Support may be available – reach out to your Off-campus Coordinator or guidance counsellor or email uniquepathways@cbe.ab.ca if you require support.
    • Students are expected to attend every day and meet all safety and behavioural expectations of the program partner site. Failure to do so may result in removal from the program. 
    • Credits are assigned based on attendance (every 25 hours = 1 credit). Missed classes result in fewer credits.
    • For school year programs, students must be registered as a full-time student, taking at least one course at their home high school during the program (work experience excluded).
    • Students will be expected to communicate with both their CBE supervising teacher and course instructor regularly.
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  • How to Apply

    1. Read through the course(s) and/or program(s) of interest.
    2. Review program choice with your school Off-campus Coordinator and/or Guidance Counsellor for program readiness and timetabling concerns.
    3. You are highly encouraged to attend the Unique Pathways Information Night to ask questions of our program partners and determine if the program is a good fit for you. Connect with your Off-campus Coordinator or Guidance counsellor if you are unable to attend.
    4. Download and fill in the Dual Credit Application Form Package when available.
    5. Refer to the application checklist and ensure all items are complete.
    6. Book an appointment with your Off-campus Coordinator and/or Guidance Counselor before the deadline to complete your application, including signatures from all parties.
    7. The school will submit the application to Unique Pathways on your behalf.

  • Program Partner​

    ​ The Educational Partnership Foundation Logo  
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Bow Valley College​

  • Application Deadline:​​

    Application for Winter 2026 is available now!

    Applications are due Friday, November 21st.


  • Application Deadline​

    Applications for Summer and Fall 2025 programs are now closed. Check back again in the spring for 2026.​


    Information Sessions

    Past Information Session information and recordings can be found on our Information Sessions​ page.​

 
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