Transitonal Post-Secondary Programs

Get all the skills needed to be successful in trades, college or university. 

Eligibility 

• • 24 credits or less of post-secondary unless you are in the Health Careers Access program which requires 24 or more credits.
  • Living in a rural area, experiencing or experienced poverty, or your culture has caused barriers for you to get into university. 

Preference is given to

• • Indigenous peoples (Status, Non-Status, Inuit and Métis)
  • Residents of Northern Manitoba, 
  • Low-income earners 
  • Newcomers

What you receive

• • Academic advising
  • Personal counselling
  • Financial advisor
  • Learning labs
  • Tutoring

Length of program

• • One semester (about 15 weeks)

Cost  – 0 

Click here to Apply for Access Program 

For people who want to learn about film and theatre production

Eligibility 

• • Grade 11 or higher

What you receive

Experience

• • Technical sound, lighting, front and back of house production 
  • Film and technical equipment training
  • 24–week practicum

Certificates

• • First Aid/CPR 
  • WHMIS training 
  • Various industry certifications

Length of program

• 10 months (September to June)

Cost 

• Free for non-high school graduates under 21
• $300 for high school graduates or over 21 years 

How to apply

1. Get the documents you need to submit with your application:
   • • Transcript from the last school you attended
     • Resume
     • Cover Letter 
     • Reference Letter 
     • Proof of Address such as a cellphone bill, hydro bill, bank statement or cable bill
     • Piece of photo identification 
2. Scan all the documents into a PDF, so you can upload them
3. Click here to fill out the application and upload the documents
4. Submit the application

For people interested in the creative and technical skills of digital photography

Eligibility 

• • Graduation or enrollment in high school with 1 English course

Or 

• • Grade 12 English or equivalent 

What you receive

• • Certificate and experience in digital image manipulation, lighting, SLR operation, exposure, composition, printing, editing, retouching and processing and foundational business skills

Length of program

• • 8 months (May- December)

Cost 

• • Program fees:  $9,327
  • Supplies: $1,625
  • Application fee: $115
  • Deposit: $400

How to apply

1. 1. Gather transcripts showing you have a high school diploma and any post-secondary schools you attended.
   2. Get money for your application fee
   3. Create an online account with RRC
   4. Fill out the application form and upload the required documents 
   5. Pay the application fee
   6. Wait for a letter from RRC telling you whether you were accepted
   7. Once accepted, pay the $400 deposit to hold your spot

For people who are interested in careers in video and audio production and transmission for media. This includes radio, television and internet.

Eligibility 

• • Grade 10 for high school students
  • Grade 12 for non-high school students
  • Mature students might be provided with an exception on eligibility requirements                    
  • Grade 10 Applied Math is strongly recommended
  • Ability to work in physically and socially challenging conditions

What you receive

• • Certificate
  • 4-week internship

Length of program

• • Two semesters

Cost 

• • Free for high school students 

Or

• • Non-high school students 
    • Tuition $5500 which includes a non-refundable seat deposit of $1600
    • Application fee is $20 
    • Student fee $50
    • Textbooks $100
    • Supplies $200

How to apply

• • Non-high school students call (204) 237 8951
  • Louis Riel School Division, Sunrise or DSFM school division students contact student services

For people interested in the creative and technical skills of digital photography.

Eligibility

• • Graduation or enrollment in high school with 1 English course
  • Grade 12 English or equivalent

What you receive

• • Certificate and training in graphic design, 3D artistry, digital sculpting, video and motion graphics, photography, web design and development, drawing and illustration and communications.

Length of program

• • 1 year

Cost

• • Program fees and supplies: $11,241
  • Application fee: $112
  • Deposit: $400

How to apply

1. 1. Gather any transcripts you have (high school, college, trades, university)
   2. Get money for your application fee
   3. Create an online account with RRC
   4. Fill out the application form and upload the required documents
   5. Pay the application fee
   6. Wait for a letter from RRC telling you whether you were accepted
   7. Once accepted pay the $400 deposit to hold a spot for you

Helps prepare you for the two-year Business Information Technology (BIT) program.

Eligibility

• • Grade 12 or in Grade 12, or
  • 19 years old and have been out of high school for more than one year, or
  • 19 years or older and completed or enrolled in Grade 10 or the RRC Academic Foundations program

What you receive

• • Certificate

Length of program

• • 4 months

Cost

• • Application fee: $112
  • Deposit: $400
  • Program and student fees: $3,026
  • Books and supplies: $2,100

How to apply

1. Gather any transcripts you have (high school, college, trades, university)
2. Get money for your application fee
3. Create an online account with RRC
4. Fill out the application form and upload the required documents
5. Pay the application fee
6. Wait for a letter from RRC telling you whether you were accepted
7. Once accepted pay the $400 deposit to hold a spot for you

For people with strong attention to detail and interest in entering data.

Eligibility

Completed the following Grade 12 courses:

• Grade 12 English
• Grade 12 Math

What you receive

• Certificate to become a certified bookkeeper

Length of program

• March – January (10 months)

Cost

• Tuition $13,454

How to apply

1. Get your high school transcript
2. Create an online account with RRC
3. Complete the online application form found in your account
4. Pay the application fee
5. Wait for a letter from RRC telling you whether you were accepted
6. Once accepted pay the $400 deposit to hold a spot for you

Learn the basics of working in an administrative position.

Eligibility

• • Graduation or enrollment in high school with 1 English course
  • Grade 12 English or equivalent

What you receive

• • Certificate and skills in business office software, administrative procedures, communication, teamwork and problem-solving

Length of program

• • 18 weeks

Cost

• • Program fees $7,159
  • Supplies $1,500
  • Application fee: $112
  • Deposit $400

How to apply

1. Gather any transcripts you have (high school, college, trades, university)
2. Get money for your application fee
3. Create an online account with RRC
4. Fill out the application form and upload the required documents
5. Pay the application fee
6. Wait for a letter from RRC telling you whether you were accepted
7. Once accepted pay the $400 deposit to hold a spot for you

• • The program prepares you to be ready for further post-secondary education leading to the Early Childhood Educator II (ECE II) designation. This training if for those who like to work with children and be organized.

Eligibility

• High school students have completed Grade 10, or
• Post-secondary students have completed Grade 12, or
• 19 years old, have been out of high school for one year or more. Skill assessment might be required.
• Must be able to pass a child abuse registry and a criminal records check.

What you receive

• • Certificate

Length of program

• • Two semesters
    

Cost

• There is no tuition or application fee for high school students
• For mature/post-secondary students: Total cost: $5,475
  • Application fee: $20
  • Tuition: $5,250 ($2,265 per semester)
  • Student fee: $25
  • Textbook fee: $100
  • Additional costs: $100
    

How to apply

• Non-high school students call (204) 237 8951
• Louis Reil School Division, Sunrise or DSFM school division students contact student services

The program prepares you to be ready for further post-secondary education leading to the Early Childhood Educator designation.  

Eligibility 

• • Completion of Grade 11 core courses (done in semester one of Grade 11 year) 
  • Interest in working with and providing care to children of all ages 
  • Participation in an interview 
  • Completion of a Cooperative Vocational Education (CVE) application 
  • Presentation of a certified transcript of marks 

What you receive 

• • Child Care Assistant Certification 
  • Infant/Child CPR and First Aid training and certification 
  • Skip the first term at RRC ECE program 
  • Work experience 

Length of program 

• • 10 months 

Cost 

Non-Seven Oaks School Division Residents: 

• • Non-Graduates – Under 21 = FREE 
  • Non-Graduates – 21 & Over = $750 
  • Graduates = $750 

Seven Oaks School Division Residents: 

• • Non-Graduates – Under 21 = FREE 
  • Non-Graduates – 21 & Over = $300 
  • Graduates = $300 

How to apply 

1. Get the documents you need to submit with your application:
   • • Transcript from the last school you attended
     • Resume
     • Cover Letter
     • Reference Letter
     • Proof of Address such as a cellphone bill, Hydro, bank statement or cable
     • Piece of photo identification  
2. Scan all the documents into a PDF, so you can upload them
3. Fill out the application and upload the documents https://www.7oaks.org/Programs/CooperativeVocationalEducation/Pages/Register-Now.aspx#/
4. Submit the application

This program prepares you to work with youth who live in the inner city by providing healthy recreational activities.  

Eligibility 

• • Be between 18 to 29 years of age 
  • Live in the inner city (Inkster Boulevard and Corydon Avenue/Marion Street and McPhillips Street and Gateway Road) 
  • Pass the Degree of Reading Power standardized test 
  • Be able to work evenings 
  • In good health 
  • Be able to pass a criminal record check and child abuse registry check
  • Have experienced employment barriers 

What you receive 

• • Certificate from Red River Polytechnic (RRC) 
  • Credits towards the second year of Child and Youth Care worker program at RRC.  
  • Optional to receive 3-15 hours of Class 5 vehicle road test 

Length of program

• • 9 months 

Cost 

• • Free tuition and books   

How to apply 

1. 1. Register by calling (204) 982-4943 and ask about the Youth Recreation Activity Worker program 
   2. Prospective students will be required to attend an information session

To improve your skills in leadership in project management, strategy, implementation, and evaluation.

Eligibility

• • Must complete the application questions which include experience and/or knowledge in the following areas:
    • The communities you are part of, serve and intend to serve
    • What skills are you bringing to the program and what do you hope to learn
    • What are your experiences with community work
    • Which people have made an impact on you
    • Formal and informal education
    • What barriers have you faced and what barriers do you hope to eliminate or change

What you receive

• • Certificate

Length of program

• • Six hours a week, on Tuesday and Thursday from 9-12 + two hours of additional learning for a total of four months

Cost

• • Does not specify

How to apply

1. Complete the online application
2. Answer application questions
3. Submit the application

For careers in tourism such as front desk, housekeeping, food, and beverage service. It’s important to love working with people.

Eligibility

• • High school diploma or in the process of graduating and with at least 50% in both Grade 12 math and English. If you need to upgrade your math or English contact MITT’s Adult Learning Centres.

What you receive

• • Certificate and practicum

Length of program

• • 10 months

Cost

• • Application $105
  • Deposit
  • Tuition $9,950
  • Fees $585
  • Textbooks $1,800
  • Supplies $1,800

How to apply

• 1. Gather important documents. This includes the transcript from your last school(s) you attended. Your transcripts can not be photocopied scanned or faxed.
  2. Fill out the application.
  3. Pay the application fee. 

For careers such as a healthcare aid who can assist hospital patients, personal care home residents, or home care clients.

Eligibility

• • Graduation from or enrollment in high school with 1 credit in grade 12 English and math, plus either a science 10, 11, or 12 course, or
  • If you are 19 or older and have been out of school for at least one year or more, you can apply as a mature student and complete Degrees of Reading Power Assessment and
  • Can pass a criminal record check, child and adult check, immunizations check, and first aid.

What you receive

• • Certificate

Length of program

• • 20 weeks

Cost

• • Application fee: $112
  • Deposit: $400
  • Student fees: $6,741
  • Books and supplies: $300
  • Other fees: $350

How to apply

1. Gather the required documents. This includes transcripts from your last school(s).
2. Get money for your application fee
3. Fill out the Application Declaration for Check form
4. Create an online account with RRC
5. Fill out the application form and upload the required documents
6. Pay the application fee
7. Wait for a letter from RRC telling you whether you were accepted
8. Once accepted pay the $400 deposit to hold a spot for you

For careers in repairing, overhauling, or certifying aircrafts.

Eligibility

• • Completed grade 11
  • Math 30S/ or 40 S
  • English 30S or 40S
  • Under 25 years old

What you receive

• • Aircraft maintenance engineer apprenticeship accredited Level 1

Length of program

• • 10 months

Cost

Seven Oaks School Division Residents:

• • Non-Graduates – Under 21 = FREE
  • Non-Graduates – 21 & Over = $300
  • Graduates = $300

Non-Seven Oaks School Division Residents:

• • Non-Graduates – Under 21 = FREE
  • Non-Graduates – 21 & Over = $750
  • Graduates = $750

How to apply

1. Get the documents you need to submit with your application:
   • • Transcript from the last school you attended
     • Resume
     • Cover Letter
     • Reference Letter
     • Proof of Address such as a cellphone bill, Hydro, bank statement or cable
     • Piece of photo identification
2. Scan all the documents into a PDF, so you can upload them
3. Fill out the application and upload the documents
4. Submit the application

For careers in IT that focus on operating system, network infrastructure, wireless communication, Cisco communication manager and PC hardware and software support.  

Eligibility  

• • Graduation or enrollment in high school with one English course 

Or  

• • Grade 12 English or equivalent  

What you receive 

• • Certificate  

Length of program 

• • 8 months 

Cost  

• • Application fee: $115 
  • Deposit: $400 
  • Tuition:  $5,789 
  • Supplies: $1,230 

How to apply

1. 1. Gather the required documents. This includes transcripts from your last school(s)
   2. Get money for your application fee
   3. Fill out the Application Declaration for Check form
   4. Create an online account with RRC
   5. Fill out the application form and upload the required documents 
   6. Pay the application fee
   7. Wait for a letter from RRC telling you whether you were accepted
   8. Once accepted pay the $400 deposit to hold a spot for you

For careers working with vehicle systems including brakes, steering and suspension, engine management, vehicle drivability, dive lines, and axles.  

Eligibility

• • Grade 10 for high school students 

Or

• • Grade 12 for non-high school students

Or

• • Mature students might be provided with an exception on eligibility requirements                           

What you receive  

• • Level 1 automotive service technician certificate 
  • 4-week internship

Program length

• • 1 year (2 terms) 

Cost 

• • Free for high school students  
  • Non-high school students  
  • Tuition $5,500 which includes a non-refundable seat deposit of $1,600 
  • Application fee is $20  
  • Student fee $50 
  • Textbooks $100 
  • Supplies $200 

How to apply  

• • Non-high school students call (204) 237 8951
  • Louis Riel School Division, Sunrise or DSFM school division students contact student services

For careers in working in a bakery or creating pastries.  

Eligibility  

• • Grade 10 for high school students 
  • Grade 12 for non-high school students 
  • Mature students might be provided with an exception on eligibility requirements                           
  • Ability to work in physically and socially challenging conditions 

What you receive 

• • Certificate 

Length of program 

• • Two semesters 

Cost  

Free for high school students  

Non-high school students: 

• • Tuition $5,500  
  • Application fee is $20  
  • Student fee $50 
  • Textbooks $100 
  • Supplies $200 

How to apply  

• • Non-high school students call (204) 237 8951 
  • Louis Riel School Division, Sunrise or DSFM school division students contact student services

For careers in carpentry, concrete, bricklaying, renovation, heating, plumbing, painting and cabinet making.

Eligibility 

• • 16 years or older 
  • Grade 10 for high school students or grade 12 for non-high school students 
  • Grade 10 applied math is strongly recommended 
  • Good physical health 

What you receive 

• • Certificate 
  • 4-week internship 

Length of program 

• • Two semesters 

Cost  

• • Free for high school students  

Or

• • Non-high school students:  
    • Tuition $4,500 
    • Application $20 
    • Student $50
    • Textbooks $100
    • Supplies $200 

How to apply  

• Non-high school students call (204) 237 8951
• Louis Riel School Division, Sunrise or DSFM school division students contact student services

For careers in cooking at golf clubs, hospitals, hotels, resorts, and other dining experiences. 

Eligibility 

• • Grade 10 for high school students
  • Grade 12 for non-high school students
  • Mature students might be provided with an exception on eligibility requirements    
  • Good physical health 

What you receive  

• • Certificates to anyone who received 60% or higher. Apprenticeships are offered to those who receive 70% or higher. 

Cost 

Free for high school students 

Or

Non-high school students:  

• • • Tuition $5500  
    • Application fee is $20  
    • Student fee $50 
    • Textbooks $100 
    • Supplies $145 

What do you receive 

• • Certificate
  • 4-week internship  

Length of program 

• • Two semesters  

How to apply  

• • Non-high school students call (204) 237 8951
  • Louis Riel School Division, Sunrise or DSFM school division students contact student services

For careers in electrical installation or maintenance, wiring, and machine repair.

Eligibility

• • Completion of Grade 11 core courses (done in semester one of Grade 11 year) 
  • One of the following math courses: pre-calculus, applied or physics  
  • Participation in an interview 
  • Completion of a Cooperative Vocational Education (CVE) application 
  • Presentation of a certified transcript of marks 
  • Be under 21 

What you receive

• • Level 1 Apprenticeship equivalent for students with 70% or higher   
  • First Aid training and certification 
  • Work experience 

Length of program

• • Ten months 

Cost 

Seven Oaks School Division Residents: 

• • Under 21 – Non-Graduates = FREE 
  • 21 & Over – Non-Graduates = $300 
  • Graduates = $300

Non-Seven Oaks School Division Residents: 

• • Under 21 -Non-Graduates = FREE 
  • 21 & Over – Non-Graduates = $750 
  • Graduates = $750 

How to apply  

1. 1. Get the documents you need to submit with your application:
      1. Transcript from the last school you attended
      2. Resume
      3. Cover Letter 
      4. Reference Letter 
      5. Proof of Address such as a cellphone bill, Hydro, bank statement or cable
      6. Piece of photo identification 
   2. Scan all the documents into a PDF, so you can upload them
   3. Fill out the application and upload the documents 

For careers in barbering, hair colouring, cutting styling and business skills. 

Eligibility

• • Grade 10 for high school students
  • Grade 12 for non-high school students 
  • Mature students might be provided with an exception on eligibility requirements     
  • Good physical health  

What you receive  

• • Certificates to anyone who received 70% or higher  

Cost

Free for High school students  

Non-high school students: 

• • Tuition $6600  
  • Application fee is $20  
  • Student fee $75 
  • Textbooks $100 
  • Supplies $210 

What do you receive 

• • Certificate 
  • 4-week internship 

Length of program 

• • Two semesters 

How to apply  

• • Non-high school students call (204) 237 8951
  • Louis Riel School Division, Sunrise or DSFM school division students contact student services

For careers in barbering, colour and texture services, and styling.

Eligibility 

• • High school diploma (or expected completion within 45 days of the program start date), or equivalent including:
    • Senior level math with a grade of 50% or higher, or equivalent 
    • Senior level First Language Literature with a grade of 50% or higher, or equivalent

What you receive

• • Level 1 apprenticeship certificate 

Program length

• • 12 months 

Cost 

• • Application fee: $190 
  • Tuition: $6,250 
  • Student fees: $1,075 
  • Textbooks: $700 
  • Supplies: $1,300 

How to apply

1. 1. Gather your transcripts
   2. Get money for the application fee 
   3. Create an account
   4. Fill out the application and upload your transcript(s)  
   5. Pay the application fee
   6. Submit the application

Online course for people interested in careers in inspecting and writing reports about residential buildings for businesses or real estate agents.  

Eligibility 

• • Meet English language proficiency requirements  

What you receive 

• • Level 1 apprenticeship certificate 

Program length

• • At your own pace 

Cost 

• • Application fee $95 
  • Tuition: $4,950 
  • Deposit $400 

How to apply 

1. 1. Get your transcript(s)
   2. Get money for your application fee
   3. Create an account
   4. Complete the application and upload your transcript  
   5. Pay the application fee 
   6. Submit the application

For careers in plumbing, pipe and gas fitting, sprinkler, and HVAC installation. 

Eligibility  

• • Completion of Grade 11 core courses (done in semester one of Grade 11 year) 
  • Interest in working in the pipe trades 
  • Participation in an interview 
  • Completion of a CVE application 
  • Presentation of a certified transcript of marks 

What you receive

• • Level 1 apprenticeship certificate 
  • First Aid certificate 
  • WHMIS training  
  • Harness training  
  • Fall protection training  

Program length

• • One year  

Cost 

Non-Seven Oaks School Division Residents: 

• • Non-Graduates – Under 21 = FREE 
  • Non-Graduates – 21 & Over = $750 
  • Graduates = $750 

Seven Oaks School Division Residents: 

• • Non-Graduates – Under 21 = FREE 
  • Non-Graduates – 21 & Over = $300 
  • Graduates = $300 

How to apply 

1. Get the documents you need to submit with your application:
   • • Transcript from the last school you attended
     • Resume Cover Letter
     • Reference Letter 
     • Proof of Address such as a cellphone bill, Hydro, bank, or cable statement.
     • Piece of photo identification  
2. Scan all the documents into a PDF, so you can upload them
3. Fill out the application and upload the documents 
4. Submit the application

For careers in welding including designing, repairing and building skills.  

Eligibility 

• • High school diploma (or expected completion within 45 days of the program start date), or equivalent including:
    • Grade 12 (40S) with 50% or higher 
    • Grade 12 English (40S) with 50% or higher 

What you receive

• • Level 1 apprenticeship certificate 

Program length

• • 12 months 

Cost

• • Application fee $105 
  • Tuition: $6,500 
  • Student fees: $585 
  • Textbooks: $650 
  • Supplies: $1,500 

How to apply 

1. Gather your transcript(s)
2. Gather your application fee 
3. Create an account
4. Fill out the application and upload your transcript 
5. Pay the application fee
6. Submit the application

For careers in welding including designing, repairing and building skills.  

Eligibility  

• • Grade 12 Math 
  • Grade 12 English or equivalent 
  • Grade 10 Science 

What you receive 

• • Certificate  

Length of program 

• • One year 

Cost  

• • Application fee: $112 
  • Deposit $400 
  • Program fees $5,965 
  • Supplies $650 
  • Other fees $600 

How to apply 

1. Gather your transcripts
2. Get money for your application fee  
3. Create an online account (opens in a new window) with RRC
4. Complete the application and upload the required documents
5. Pay the application fee
6. Wait for a letter from RRC telling you whether you were accepted
7. Once accepted, pay the $400 deposit to hold a spot for you