At Grande Prairie Technical Institute, we equip students with real-world technical skills through industry-standard training facilities that replicate professional work environments. Our hands-on learning approach ensures that students gain practical experience using the same tools, equipment, and safety procedures found in today’s workplaces.
Real-world training for real-world careers
Whether in an automotive repair bay, welding station, woodworking shop, or commercial kitchen, students develop job-ready expertise under the guidance of experienced industry professionals. By combining lab-based training with career-focused education, we prepare students for apprenticeships, certifications, and high-demand careers, ensuring they graduate with the skills employers need.
Each of our programs is designed to align with industry standards and workforce demands, equipping students with the skills needed to succeed in high-demand trades.
Our Culinary Arts program immerses students in a professional kitchen environment, where they gain practical experience working alongside skilled chefs and industry professionals. This hands-on training covers essential culinary techniques, food safety regulations, and restaurant management fundamentals. With an emphasis on farm-to-table sourcing, sustainability, and food entrepreneurship, students graduate prepared for diverse career paths in culinary arts, catering, hospitality management, and food innovation.
Our curriculum emphasizes:
For students who love working with cars and advanced mechanical systems, the Automotive Technology program provides a hands-on, industry-aligned education. In a fully equipped auto shop, students master vehicle diagnostics, repair, and maintenance, while also learning about hybrid and electric vehicle technology. With guidance from experienced automotive professionals, students develop the expertise and certifications needed for careers as automotive technicians, service specialists, and mechanics in today’s evolving automotive industry.
Through hands-on training in a fully equipped auto shop, students learn:
Our Metal Fabrication & Welding program equips students with the technical skills and hands-on experience required for success in welding, fabrication, and industrial manufacturing. Students train with cutting-edge equipment, learning precision welding, metal cutting, CNC machining, and blueprint interpretation. Safety and quality craftsmanship are emphasized throughout the program, ensuring graduates are prepared for high-demand careers in manufacturing, construction, and custom metal fabrication.
With access to state-of-the-art equipment, students gain expertise in:
The Woodworking & Construction program provides students with practical, hands-on experience in carpentry, structural design, and woodworking. Through real-world building projects, students develop expertise in framing, finishing, cabinetry, and sustainable construction techniques. With a curriculum designed to meet industry standards, graduates leave with job-ready skills, preparing them for careers in residential and commercial construction, furniture making, and general contracting.
Students work on real-world projects, developing expertise in:
Grande Prairie Technical Institute prepares students to be lifelong learners, adaptable professionals, and leaders in their industries.
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