PART-TIME | WINNIPEG LOCATIONS TRAQP-NA Trades Qualification

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Overview

  • Available by classroom delivery

Description

Benefit from the expertise of Red River College’s instructors as you prepare for your trade qualification exams.

Courses and Descriptions

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Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL)
In addition to Transfer of Credit from a recognized post secondary institution, other RPL processes are available for RPL courses. Click here for more information. For courses with no RPL, please check www.rrc.ca/rpl for additional contact information.
PIPE-1007Cross-Connection & Backflow
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Designed for Journeyperson Plumbers, Steamfitters and Sprinkler fitters involved with planning, design, installation, maintenance and inspection of plumbing, piping systems or water-supplied equipment that connects to the potable water system, either inside or outside buildings.

Cross Connection & Backflow Prevention is a duel stream program.  One stream of students from all walks of life can take this course to increase their basic knowledge of recognizing cross connection and recommending proper cross connection devises to protect the occupants in the building as well as the public water supply.  These students will write the Red River College exam.  The other stream of students consisting of Journeyperson Plumbers, Steamfitters and Sprinkler Fitters may go on to write the AWWA sanctioned exam to become a AWWA certified Cross Connection Control Specialist and later apply to the City of Winnipeg for a City of Winnipeg Cross Connection Control Testers License.

PIPE-1009Cross Connect Re-Certification
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Gain hands-on skills with testing procedures and exercises. This course will prepare you to challenge the AWWA Testers Refresher Written and Practical Examination. 
Note: This course is ideal for certified individuals with credentials that will expire.

TRAD-1002IndustrialMechanics-Millwrght
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In order to write the Trades Qualification Certification exams, students are required to produce proof of 9600 hours experience. An Industrial Mechanic is a "skilled worker who installs, repairs, improves, or maintains equipment used in commercial, or industrial establishments". (The Apprenticeship and Trades Qualifications Act: Regulation 76/78R.) To become a qualified journeyperson Industrial Mechanic, you must pass the challenge exam under the Trades Qualifications Act through the Apprenticeship Branch with a mark of 70% or better and you must have a minimum of 6 years or 9600 hours of approved experience within the last 10 years. The purpose of this course is to prepare those individuals with the theory to write this exam.

TRAD-1026Machinist Theory - IP Prep
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In order to write the Certification of Qualification exam for the Apprenticeship Branch, you must have 6 years (10,800 hours) of verified experience in the trade. This course is designed to prepare the student for the Interprovincial exam. Registrants should already have received permission to write the exam through the Trades Qualification at the Apprenticeship Branch. For more information on the Trades Qualification application process, please call 204.945.3337.

Students enrolling in Part-Time and Online Education courses may be required to purchase textbooks and materials at participating Campus Store locations or online at bookstore.rrc.ca. Student booklists will be available approximately 3 weeks prior to scheduled course start dates. Please ensure materials are purchased in advance, to be available for the start date.

Note: Courses requiring a textbook will show "TR" in the Delivery field.


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Course Dates and Fees

2025 Fall Term - Continuing Education
PIPE-1009 Cross Connect Re-Certificationmore info
Location: Notre Dame Campus
DatesClass DaysTimeDeliveryInstructorSectionCostActions
Oct 25, 25 - Oct 26, 25Sa Su8:00AM - 4:00PMM. Fontaine272471$615
Location: Notre Dame Campus
Dates
Oct 25, 25 - Oct 26, 25
Class days
Sa Su
8:00AM - 4:00PM
Delivery
Instructor
M. Fontaine
Section
272471
Cost
$615
PIPE-1007 Cross-Connection & Backflowmore info
Location: Notre Dame Campus
DatesClass DaysTimeDeliveryInstructorSectionCostActions
Sep 23, 25 - Oct 23, 25Tu Th6:00PM - 10:00PMM. Fontaine272472$1,149
Location: Notre Dame Campus
Dates
Sep 23, 25 - Oct 23, 25
Class days
Tu Th
6:00PM - 10:00PM
Delivery
Instructor
M. Fontaine
Section
272472
Cost
$1,149

Computer/Laptop Requirements

Online learning is a critical component of course delivery in all Red River College programs. To ensure each student has the tools they need to achieve their academic goals, all Red River College students require, at a minimum:

1.  Off-campus access to a current computer with a webcam

2.  A high-speed internet connection

• Recommended minimum speed: 10 mbps for download, 3 mbps for upload
• Slower internet connection speeds may result in audio and video issues. Please keep in mind that if others in your home are using the same internet connection at the same time as you are, you may also experience audio and video issues.
• Please refer to  https://www.rrc.ca/future-students/computer-requirements/  for further information on Computer Requirements for Students.


Please note that any anticipated costs are not included in Books and Supplies estimates.

Recognition of Prior Learning

Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) is a process which documents and compares an individual's prior learning gained from prior education, work and life experiences and personal study to the learning outcomes in College courses/programs. For more information, please visit www.rrc.ca/rpl.

Awards and Scholarships

A complete list of scholarships, bursaries and awards can be found at catalogue.rrc.ca/AvailableAwards

Currently displaying 18 results.

Continuing Education Student Growth Award
Application Type:General RRC Polytech Application (Login Required)
Categories:General Awards (all programs), Financial Need Awards
An award valued at $500 has been established by RRC Polytech Continuing Education staff members and is available to any part time continuing education student with demonstrated financial need. The eligible candidate should submit a general application form, along with a short statement outlining how this award will make a difference. The award will be applied to the cost of an upcoming Continuing Education course.  The application deadline is November 15th. Please note the name of the award to enter on the application form. Once the application is submitted, instructions will be provided for submitting the required documents.
Deaf and Hard of Hearing Services (DHHS) Award
Application Type:Specific Application
Categories:General Awards (all programs), Financial Need Awards
Two awards, valued at $500 each are available annually to assist students who are registered with DHHS and are experiencing a financial hardship or a complex situation that may place them at academic risk. Students must be eligible to continue in their program and demonstrate efforts in academic progress.  To apply, students must contact the DHHS manager and include an essay or summary describing the situation and/or need for financial support. Deadline for applications is October 15th for fall term and February 15th for winter term.
Emergency Loans and Bursaries
Application Type:Specific Application
Categories:General Awards (all programs)
Assistance is available for full-time students experiencing temporary financial difficulties that may prevent them from continuing their studies. Inquiries should be directed to the Student Service Centre. Funds available for this purpose are may also be provided from the following sources made available through The Winnipeg Foundation: A.J.S. (John) Taunton Fund and Ida Mary Trotter Fund, available to Indigenous students; Myrta & Bruce Moorhead Memorial Fund, Katherine Bender Bursary and Press Radio Fund, available to any student.
Gervin Alexander Dobbin Memorial Award
Application Type:General RRC Polytech Application (Login Required)
Categories:Students with Dependents Awards, Financial Need Awards
A $1000 award has been established to honour the memory of former Red River College Evening Program Supervisor, Gervin Alexander Dobbin. The award is available annually and is presented during the fall term to a part-time evening/Saturday program student who is a single parent with a financial need and who is currently registered in a Continuing Education program at RRC Polytech.  Application deadline is October 1st.  Please note the name of the award to enter on the application. 
Louis Riel Bursary
Application Type:General RRC Polytech Application (Login Required)
Categories:General Awards (all programs), Indigenous Student Awards, Financial Need Awards
Through funding provided by the Manitoba Metis Federation (MMF) and matched by the Manitoba Scholarship and Bursary Initiative (MSBI), bursaries, valued a minimum of $1000, are available to eligible Metis students attending a certificate, diploma or degree program (excluding Apprenticeship and upgrading programs) at Red River College Polytechnic, who are maintaining satisfactory academic progress in their program.  There are two applications that must be submitted:  1. the Louis Riel Bursary online application is available from Louis Riel Institute; 2. the General RRC Polytech Application for Awards, Bursaries and Scholarships (link above) should be completed and submitted online. Only applicants who have submitted both applications by the application date will be eligible for consideration. Selection will be based on financial need (those receiving other funding, including MMF funding are still eligible to apply).  Applications will be accepted from August 1st to September 15th each year.  Applicants must be attending their program at the time of the application deadline.  Please note the name of the award to enter on the application.

Manitoba Hydro Bursaries
Application Type:Specific Application
Categories:General Awards (all programs), Indigenous Student Awards, Students with Disabilities Awards
Manitoba Hydro offers a number of awards, bursaries and scholarships to Red River College students who are of Indigenous ancestry or members of employment equity designated groups (women, Indigenous people, members of visible minority groups, and persons with disabilities).  A complete list including eligibility criteria, deadline dates, and application forms are available from their website https://www.hydro.mb.ca/careers/students/award_scholarship_bursary/ .  Manitoba Hydro reviews all applications and selects the recipients.  Those selected are generally notified by early December.  Completed application forms should be submitted directly to Manitoba Hydro by the indicated deadline date (October 1 in most cases).
Mary Guilbault Metis Award
Application Type:Specific Application
Categories:General Awards (all programs), Indigenous Student Awards
This award is available to Red River Metis students across Manitoba who excel in academics and show a strong connection to their Metis community.  Post-secondary students who have been a resident of Manitoba for the last 12 months may qualify for the Mary Guilbault Metis Award, administered by the Louis Riel Institute.  For further information and to apply, visit Louis Riel Institute (smapply.io).  Application deadline is October 1st.
Red River College Polytechnic Gold Medals
Application Type:Automatic Selection
Categories:General Awards (all programs)
The Red River College Polytechnic Gold Medals recognize students graduating from diploma or degree programs of two academic years or longer (excluding Apprenticeship programs).  Recipients are those who attain the highest cumulative grade point average at or above 3.80. The gold medal will be engraved with the recipient’s name, program of study and year and presented at the College's Convocation ceremony. Gold medals for programs which graduate students only between June and September will be presented at the Fall Convocation ceremonies.
Richard (Asher) Webb Social Justice Activist Memorial Award
Application Type:General RRC Polytech Application (Login Required)
Categories:General Awards (all programs), Financial Need Awards, Community Involvement Awards

This is an $1000 award given annually to a student who demonstrates exceptional effort and/or the ability to lead, organize and engage students or members of the community in embodying the values of equity, diversity, inclusion, multiculturalism and social justice.

The successful recipient will be a community activist, advocate or leader who has worked for systemic changes at various levels and with various social identities in mind. Their advocacy may involve (but is not limited to): human rights, LGBTT* issues, anti-racism, anti-poverty, public health, non-violence, community-building and student engagement, or encouraging others on issues of social justice that impact the lives of students and the broader community.

Applications will be evaluated by the Selection Committee, based on the following criteria:
• Making a significant contribution to equity, inclusion and social justice through community engagement, either in specific positions of responsibility or while involved in organizing activities. (Requirements: Student statement and at least one reference letter)
• Engaging and inspiring other students or members of the community to advocate on social justice issues that impact the lives of students or the general community.
• Financial need may also be considered. Applicants may choose to complete the financial section of the application, and/or include information.
All full-time and part-time Red River College students are welcome to apply. The general application form must be accompanied by a student statement and required letter(s) of reference in order to be considered. The deadline for applications is March 1st.  Please note the name of the award to enter on the application form. Once the application is submitted, instructions will be provided for submitting the required documents

RRC Polytech Adult Learning Centre Bursaries
Application Type:General RRC Polytech Application (Login Required)
Categories:General Awards (all programs), Financial Need Awards, Entrance Awards
Two bursaries valued at $750 each are available to students who have attended a minimum of four courses, achieved a minimum 75% average in their final term and graduated from an RRC Polytech Adult Learning Centre, who are continuing their education at RRC Polytech.  The bursaries are intended to assist with program fees for a certificate, diploma or degree program at the College and, as such, will be applied directly to those fees.  Students, whose fees are being covered by a sponsoring agency, will be eligible to receive the bursary to assist with other related costs.  Selection will be based on academic achievement and financial need.  Deadline for applications is October 15th.  Please note the name of the award to enter on the application. 
RRC Polytech Students' Association Chad Hildebrand Memorial Award
Application Type:General RRC Polytech Application (Login Required)
Categories:General Awards (all programs), Community Involvement Awards
Chad, a BA student, was a member of the Student Advisory Board (SAB) during the 1998-99 school year. He died in March of 2000 as a result of a hockey accident. The 1999-2000 SAB agreed to dedicate the Students’ Association Scholarship fund’s first award in Chad’s memory.  One $1,000 award shall be presented to a Red River College Polytechnic student, who is a current Student Association Board member, exhibits leadership qualities and is actively involved in the college and/or community. Applicants must submit a one-page statement describing their involvement in the college and/ or community.  The application deadline is February 15th. Please note the name of the award to enter on the application form. Once the application is submitted, instructions will be provided for submitting the required documents

RRC Polytech Students' Association Community Involvement Recognition Award
Application Type:General RRC Polytech Application (Login Required)
Categories:General Awards (all programs), Community Involvement Awards

One award of $1000 will be awarded annually to a Red River College Polytechnic student who can demonstrate exceptional involvement in their community and/or college. A letter of reference verifying the applicant's involvement must accompany the application.  The application deadline is October 15th. Please note the name of the award to enter on the application form. Once the application is submitted, instructions will be provided for submitting the required documents.

Southern Chiefs’ Organization Every Child Matters Scholarship
Application Type:General RRC Polytech Application (Login Required)
Categories:General Awards (all programs), Indigenous Student Awards, Community Involvement Awards

The Southern Chiefs’ Organization Every Child Matters Scholarship was created in honour of the children who attended residential schools and those who never made it home. Southern Chiefs’ Organization recognizes that all First Nation people, families, and communities have been impacted by the residential schools. The $2000 scholarship is intended to support Survivors and their descendants, as well as descendants of the families of the children who died.  The scholarship is to be awarded on the basis of academic merit to a status citizen of one of the Southern Chiefs’ Organization member First Nations (Berens River, Birdtail Sioux, Black River, Bloodvein, Brokenhead, Buffalo, Canupawakpa, Dakota, Dauphin River, Ebb and Flow, Gambler, Hollow Water, Keeseekoowenin, Kinonjeoshtegon, Lake Manitoba, Lake St. Martin, Little Grand Rapids, Little Saskatchewan, Long Plain, O-Ch-Chak-Koo-Sipi, Pauingassi, Point Pegui, Pinaymootang, Plains Pine Creek, Poplar River, Rolling River, Roseau River, Sagkeeng, Sandy Bay, Skownan, Tootinaowaziibeeng, or Waywayseecappo), who is a full- or part-time continuing student at the Red River College Polytechnic, who has successfully completed at least 12 credit hours, and who has made contributions to their school community or their community at large.  Applicants must submit a letter describing their school or community involvement.  The contact information of the chosen recipient shall be disclosed to the donor each year. Southern Chiefs' Organization Inc. observes an annual commemoration of all successful applicants. By submitting an application for the scholarship, the recipient of the Scholarship consents to be contacted through electronic mail or telephone for a brief interview with a member of Southern Chiefs’ Organization.  In the unlikely event of a mitigating circumstance, such as a protection order or equivalent, anonymity will be granted to the recipient of the Scholarship.  Application deadline is January 31st. Please note the name of the award to enter on the application form. Once the application is submitted, instructions will be provided for submitting the required documents. 

Student Accessibility Services Award
Application Type:Specific Application
Categories:General Awards (all programs), Students with Disabilities Awards, Financial Need Awards

One award, valued at $1500 is available annually to assist a student with a disability or disabilities (documented physical, mental health, learning disabilities, chronic medical conditions as well as a vision and hearing loss). Students who are experiencing significant financial need, and are maintaining satisfactory academic progress, may be eligible to receive this award.  Students may apply by speaking with an Accessibility Specialist in Student Accessibility Services or the Manager, Deaf and Hard of Hearing Services. The application must include a letter of support from the Manager/Accessibility Specialist the student is working with and an essay or summary from the student describing their situation/need.  Submit the application to the Manager, Student Accessibility Services.  Deadline for applications is December 5th.

Student Accessibility Services Crisis Bursary
Application Type:Specific Application
Categories:General Awards (all programs), Financial Need Awards
Bursaries are available annually to assist students who are clients of Student Accessibility Services. Students who are experiencing financial hardship may be eligible to receive a bursary.  Criteria:
•The student is eligible to continue in program
•The student has significant financial need that without assistance, may place them at risk for withdrawing from their program
•The student demonstrates efforts at academic progress
Maximum bursary is $500. Students may apply one time per year for a crisis bursary.  No deadline date. Bursaries are available until limited funds expire. Inquiries should be directed to the student's Accessibility Specialist or Manager, Deaf and Hard of Hearing Services (when applicable).
Student Counselling Services Award
Application Type:Specific Application
Categories:General Awards (all programs)
One award, valued at $1500 is available annually to assist a student who is a client of Student Counselling Services who is experiencing a complex situation, and where issues resulting from this situation may place the student at academic risk.  The student must be eligible to continue in their program.   Students may apply by speaking with a counsellor in Student Counselling Services.  The application must include a letter of support from the counsellor the student is working with, and an essay or summary from the student describing their situation/need.  Submit the application to the Manager, Student Counselling Services. Deadline for applications is December 5th.
Student Counselling Services Crisis Bursaries
Application Type:Specific Application
Categories:General Awards (all programs), Financial Need Awards

Bursaries are available annually to assist students, who are clients of Student Counselling Services. Students who are experiencing financial hardship may be eligible to receive a bursary.  Criteria:
•The student is eligible to continue in program
•The student has significant financial need that without assistance, may place them at risk for withdrawing from their program
•The student demonstrates efforts at academic progress
Maximum bursary is $500. Students may apply one time per year for a crisis bursary.  No deadline date. Bursaries are available until limited funds expire. Inquiries should be directed to a manager or counsellor in Student Counselling Services.

UFCW Local 832 Annual Scholarship Award
Application Type:Specific Application
Categories:Entrance Awards
Scholarships are available for those who are UFCW members employed by companies that contribute to the Education and Training Trust Fund. Students enrolling in both full-time and part-time studies are eligible. Application deadline is June 1. For further information, contact the UFCW Training Centre.
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