Unique Pathways & Off-campus Education
Exploratory - Boilermaker
In partnership with The Educational Partnership Foundation (TEPF) and Boilermakers Lodge 146, this program is an introduction to the Boilermaker trade. Students will be exposed to industry environments, safe work practices and workplace culture. This on-the-job training program will give students the confidence and understanding to build future skills required to be successful on the job and in a Boilermaker apprenticeship.
This is a two (2) week pre-employment program with highly qualified, experienced instructors to prepare you to work on Boilermaker job sites. Successful graduates of the program may have an opportunity for employment with Lodge 146.
Program Benefits
- Experience industry training and get a jump start on your industry pathway while still in high school
- Build confidence through developing learning strategies and skills that support your learning transitions
- Learn about on-going opportunities and potential employment opportunities
- Taught by experienced instructors who are connected to industry and support students in making meaningful connections to career pathways
- Earn high school credits and industry safety credentials
Up to 6 Work Experience Credits
Student Eligibility
Open to CBE high school students who:
- Minimum 17 years of age (18 years of age and a driver’s license is preferred for employment)
- Have a strong interest to explore a pathway in the boilermaker industry
- Are excited about taking relevant industry training
- Have
completed the following pre-requisite courses:
- HCS 3000
- HCS 3010
- CSTS 2020
Program Delivery and Location
- Students are expected to arrange transportation to and from Local 146 for the duration of the program
- In person at Lodge 146 Training School (11055 48 Street S.E., Calgary, AB T2C 1G8)
Program Dates
Information Sessions
Students applying to this program are required to attend an Apprenticeship Recruitment Information Seminar with Lodge 146. Details will be communicated to applicants.
Considerations
- Students must have space in their full year timetable to accommodate the program delivery, location, and dates indicated below.
- 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.
- 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.
How to Apply
- Read through the course(s) and/or program(s) of interest.
- Review program choice with your school Off-campus Coordinator and/or Guidance Counsellor for program readiness and timetabling concerns.
- 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.
- Download and fill in the Dual Credit Application Form Package when available.
- Refer to the application checklist and ensure all items are complete.
- Book an appointment with your Off-campus Coordinator and/or Guidance Counselor before the deadline to complete your application, including signatures from all parties.
- The school will submit the application to Unique Pathways on your behalf.
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Application Deadline
Applications for Summer and Fall 2025 are not yet available. Please check back in March 2025!
