Heavy Equipment Operator Certificate

In this full-time, Alberta Advanced Education-approved, 12-week certificate, you will learn in a cohesive work climate simulating real-life job sites. Seat time is maximized for students as online instruction supplements the real-life scenarios set out to give you industry-related project experience. Our instructors have experience in a variety of industry work environments and have significant expertise to share with students.
Some equipment you may learn on includes a skid steer, compactor, loader, dozer, grader, and excavator, and rubber-tired hoe.
The program is delivered as face-to-face, on-site practical instruction with an online component. This training takes place over a twelve week period from Monday to Friday with two groups to maximize seat time that students spend in equipment. Group 1 is scheduled from 7 a.m. to 1 p.m. and Group 2 is scheduled from 12 p.m. to 6 p.m; this program observes Statutory Holidays. Some times may vary with prior notice. Keep in mind there are assignments and reading so use your time wisely.
Program Outcomes
Upon successful completion of this program, you will receive a Certificate of Graduation for the Heavy Equipment Operator program.

Admission Requirements: High School Diploma or its equivalent; Minimum of 18 years of age upon completion of the program. Applicants currently in high school or who are completing academic upgrading must submit proof of enrollment and any available interim/midterm marks.

Alternate Admission status may be offered to applicants who have not or will not complete one of the academic admission requirements. To be considered under Alternate Admission Status, applicants will be asked to provide the following:

1. (Required) Transcript(s) showing any completed high school and post-secondary courses
2. (Required) Letter of Introduction and Intent, outlining the following:
   • Introduce yourself
   • Indicate why you wish to enrol in the program
   • Elaborate on your career goals
   • Detail your experience relevant to this program and the industry
3. (Required) A resume of your work history, extracurricular activities, volunteer service, etc. for the last 5 years
4. (Optional) Include copies of any tickets and/or certificates you currently hold (e.g.: first aid, safety tickets, etc.)
5. (Optional) Letter(s) of reference from current or past employers/coaches/etc. (maximum of two letters)