Meeting Needs

Why are we growing?

RDC has a commitment to student success and is focused on meeting these demands:

• Employers in many sectors are seeking additional skilled employees. 
• Many programs at the College are currently unable to meet student demand for space.
• A recent study concludes there is strong demand for degrees in central Alberta.
• Our recreation and wellness facilities have not kept pace with the growth in our communities and our student numbers.
• The demand for qualified health care workers is growing rapidly as our population ages.

Building Communities Through Learning is meeting those needs with:

• six new learning centres
• learning space to grow by almost 50%.
• $5 million in new Scholarships & Awards.
• expansion in programs, including degree-granting programs. 
• doubling of apprenticeships.
• doubling of nursing and health enrolments.
• new degrees in areas such as Business and Humanities & Social Sciences.

The need to attract, develop and retain highly qualified people across many areas is undeniable. RDC is growing to meet these needs with Building Communities Through Learning.

Learn more about the Case for Support

Programs and Courses 

Awards & Scholarships 

How we're building on strengths