Locksmith
Trades & Technology
Training:
Red Deer College offers the Locksmith program, one of the many apprenticeship training options available for students.
Apprenticeship is a career option that involves both classroom and on-the-job training. To learn the skills required of a Locksmith in Alberta and be issued an Alberta Journeyperson Certificate, a person must find a suitable employer who is willing to hire and train an apprentice.
Learn:
The term of apprenticeship for a Locksmith is 4 years (four 12-month periods) including a minimum of 1560 hours of on-the-job training and 8 weeks of technical training each year.
Employment Opportunities:
Locksmiths are employed by locksmithing companies, security firms, and institutions. The increasing awareness for preventative measures by the public to protect against theft is creating a need for more security measures; therefore, the demand for locksmiths is anticipated to remain fairly stable.
Journeyperson wage rates vary, but generally range from $20 to $30 an hour plus benefits.
Experienced locksmiths can advance to supervisory positions or set up their own business. Most locksmiths consider this to be a life-long occupation.
Continue Your Learning:
If you have a valid Alberta Journeyperson Certificate, you are eligible to receive a Blue Seal business credential after completing the necessary requirements.
Faculty and Staff Contact Information
Shaun Lovell - Lead Instructor
Phone: 403-342-3431 Email: locksmith@rdc.ab.ca
Tuition 2011/2012:
Class Length Tuition Other Fees Student Pays
8 Weeks $760 $163 $923
Residence:
Rent includes all furnishings and most utilities, including cable. On-campus housing works on a first-come, first-serve basis and requires a $20 application fee. To learn more about living on-campus call 403-342-3257, or Glenice Grover, Residence Manager, at 403-342-3238.
Parking:
Student parking fees range from $96 to $112 depending on your choice of lots. This fee allows students to park during the fall, winter and spring terms from September 1 through to June 30. There is no charge for parking in the unreserved lots C-D-M-N-R-Q during the summer months (July 1 to August 31).
You may reserve a parking spot by submitting the completed application form along with the appropriate fee to the Cashiers Office. Payment must be received before the application will be processed. Our 2300 reserved stalls are assigned on a first come, first served basis.
Cafeteria:
A full range of food service is available, including short order, full meals, sandwich, deli, take out, and a great variety of baked goods daily. Our food services include Tim Horton’s, The Library Cafe which serves Starbuck’s, Red’s Cafe, The Patch, Upper Crust, Grab ‘n’ Go, The Far Side Bar & Grill, and The Lift.
Notes:
Financial assistance is available to apprentices in a variety of forms: Several scholarships are available from Red Deer College, the Federal Government and the Provincial Government. Most apprentices are eligible for employment insurance (EI) while attending technical training. Based on need, financial assistance may be available to apprentices while attending training through Alberta Works – Apprenticeship Grant. More information and applications are available at the Student Funding & Awards, call 403-342-3254 or financialaid@rdc.ab.ca.
Curriculum:
Locksmith Apprenticeship will take four periods of training. For information about the training, check out the course outline on the Alberta Apprenticeship and Industry Training site http://www.tradesecrets.gov.ab.ca/
Locksmith 2011/2012 intakes are:
1st Period
Oct 24 – Dec 16, 2011
2nd Period
Oct 24 – Dec 16, 2011
3rd Period
Jan 3 – Feb 24, 2012
4th Period
Jan 3 – Feb 24, 2012
For More Information:
Locksmith Program Department Page