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Moose JawSIAST Palliser Campus600 Saskatchewan Street at 6th Avenue NWPO Box 1420Moose Jaw SK S6H 4R4306-691-8200

Prince AlbertSIAST Woodland Campus1100 – 15th Street EastPO Box 3003Prince Albert SK S6V 6G1306-765-1500

ReginaSIAST Wascana Campus4500 Wascana ParkwayPO Box 556Regina SK S4P 3A3306-775-7300

SaskatoonSIAST Kelsey Campus1130 Idylwyld Drive at 33rd Street PO Box 1520Saskatoon SK S7K 3R5306-659-4300

SIAST Administrative Offices400 – 119 4th Avenue South Saskatoon SK S7K 5X2 306-933-7331

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1 Sample career opportunities were selected from the Government of Canada’s National Occupational Classification (NOC) system. The NOC system classifies jobs in Canada based on work performed and skills and education needed. The NOC names listed are intended to provide an overview of career areas that a SIAST graduate is most likely to enter. They are neither exhaustive nor exclusive. Actual job titles will vary. For more information on the Government of Canada’s NOC system, visit the Human Resources and Skills Development Canada website at www.hrsdc.gc.ca.

2 Unless otherwise noted, earning potential values were derived from the Government of Canada’s 2011 wage reports for the Province of Saskatchewan and were determined using a 40 hour work week. For more information on the Government of Canada’s wage reports, visit the Human Resources and Skills Development Canada website at www.hrsdc.gc.ca. In some cases, additional income information is available at www.ae.gov.sk.ca/employment.

3 Indicates value based on Canada-wide data.

4 2011 earning potential is based on Transport Canada regulated 1200 hours of flying per year.

This career guide provides an overview of sample career opportunities available for SIAST’s certificate and diploma programs. Admission requirements and the complete list of required courses are not included. In addition, errors or omissions might inadvertently occur. For complete SIAST program information, visit www.goSIAST.com. SIAST reserves the right to alter program information at any time.

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Applied/Visual Media ..........................................3Aviation ..............................................................3Business .............................................................4Education and Early Learning ............................6Engineering Technology .....................................6Health Services ...................................................8Hospitality .........................................................10Human Services ...............................................11Industrial/Trades ...............................................12Justice .............................................................14Natural Resources ............................................14Science ............................................................15Nursing .............................................................15Technology .......................................................16

lIntroductionsiast graduates in high demandEmployment rate one of the highest among peer colleges

Welcome to the SIAST Career Guide for 2013–14. Whether you are exploring post-secondary for the first time or returning to improve your career prospects, thank you for including SIAST as you consider your educational options.

We live in a time when the significance of post-secondary technical education and innovation has never been greater— both for individual success and for the strength of the province. Technological advancements, resource-driven economic growth, changing demographics and industry demand for skilled workers

have created a scenario where, more than ever before, technical education is becoming a first choice for learners attracted to lucrative job and career opportunities.

SIAST’s strength is in providing high-quality, career-focused education. Our focus on equipping students with marketable skills contributes to a consistently high employment rate for SIAST grads—one of the highest among peer colleges.* Our relevant curriculum also earns us a solid endorsement from employers—almost all say they would hire a SIAST grad again.

Most students can complete their SIAST certificate or diploma program and be out in the workforce in two years or less. There’s no question that getting an education at SIAST can be an intense experience. But for students who know what they want and who are prepared to work hard to achieve their goals, our approach positions students for success. We offer:

• Small class sizes with plenty of one-on-one instructor time.• Practical learning opportunities in every program.• Faculty with real-world experience.• Counselling support.• Employment services.• Curriculum informed by employer input.• Flexible delivery options.• Aboriginal support services.• Recognition of prior learning and transfer credit options.

This guide provides sample career opportunities for our certificate and diploma programs, along with salary potential. If we can provide further information that will help you decided which program is the right one for you, please don’t hesitate to contact our Student Development offices. Whatever path you decide upon, I wish you every success.

Dr. Larry Rosia SIAST President and CEO

* 93% of 2011-12 SIAST grads were employed approximately six months after graduation; for comparisons with other institutions, see issuu.com/siast/docs/siastannualreport, Page 9, and www.polytechnicscanada.ca/membership.

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graphic communications Graphic communications, in the digital age, is evolving in new directions … and creating new opportunities. The Graphic Regina 68 weeks Graphic Designers and Illustrators $27,000 - $54,000 – diploma Communications program provides the conceptual and technical expertise necessary to build a career in the industry. Photographers $25,000 - $61,700 Follow your passion—graphic design or printing. You’ll discover job opportunities in advertising agencies, commercial Printing Press Operators $24,200 - $69,7003 and shops, design firms, publishing agencies and more. Visit the program page to learn about the Canadian Printing Industry Association scholarship.

media Arts production Media is the focal point of information transfer in our society. Media arts production specialists use this powerful tool to Prince Albert, 35 weeks Audio and Video Recording Technicians $25,000 - $61,700 – certificate or diploma educate, influence and inspire. The Media Arts Production certificate program provides the basics: learn how to transform some distance learning Film and Video Camera Operators $19,800 - $69,300 creative ideas into a variety of media formats, operate production equipment, prepare materials and produce media options available Producers, Directors, Choreographers $24,400 - $69,700 programs. The diploma program builds on these skills with hands-on, in-depth training. Possible career paths include and Related Occupations camera operators, media technicians, copywriters, editors, producers and more.

new media communications Whether you’re interested in web design or interactive media, career opportunities in new media are growing by leaps and Prince Albert, Regina, See goSIAST.com Computer Programmers and $46,000 - $90,000 – certificate bounds. Why not get paid for doing what you love? Develop your creative talent in graphic, web and interactive design. Learn some distance learning Interactive Media Developers to create websites, design graphics, develop interactive media, create digital presentations and more. Hone your skills in web options available Graphic Designers and Illustrators $27,000 - $54,000 and mobile technologies. Explore interests in photography, video, audio and 2D and 3D animation. SIAST’s New Media Web Designers and Developers $19,800 - $56,000 Communications certificate program provides a multi-faceted skill set on progressive media topics and software. – diploma The diploma program lets you develop advanced skills by specializing in two of three streams:digital graphic design adds the skills you need to create interesting and effective graphic solutions for websites, banner ads and other interactive media. Career paths include graphic artist, graphic interface designer, new media developer and web developer. Advanced certificate available online.dynamic web development adds the skills you need to develop sophisticated, interactive web content, including secure websites, online databases, electronic catalogues and e-commerce solutions. Career paths include web developer, web programmer and e-commerce system developer. Advanced certificate available online.Interactive media production adds the skills you need to create interactive media, develop material using content management systems and electronic learning environments, and explore emerging technologies such as mobile apps. Career paths include content developer, interactivity specialist and web developer. Advanced certificate available online.

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Technology is creating amazing new avenues for creative expression. It all adds up to more career opportunities than ever before—careers that let you imagine, explore and create as part of your everyday work life. SIAST has the programs to get you started on a career where you can design your own future.

SIAST progrAm progrAm overvIew progrAm progrAm SAmple cAreer eArnIng locATIon(S) durATIon opporTunITIeS1 poTenTIAl2 commercial pilot - diploma Take to the skies with SIAST’s award-winning Commercial Pilot program, offered in partnership with the Saskatchewan Saskatoon 30 weeks Air Pilots, Flight Engineers $34,000 - $102,0004 Aviation Council (SAC). The SIAST/SAC Commercial Pilot program provides the training you need to become a commercial pilot. and Flying Instructors The program alternates ground school training at SIAST with actual flying experience at your home flying school. Earning your commercial pilot’s licence with multi-engine and instrument flight ratings will open the door to careers with scheduled or charter airlines and various air operators providing many different types of flying services.

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why siast?Student satisfaction—90% of students say they are satisfied with their SIAST program.

Business is evolving at a tremendous pace. Best practices today are revolutionized by new ideas tomorrow. SIAST programs can give you the knowledge and skills you need to succeed in this rapid-change environment.

SIAST offers career fairs, on-campus employer visits and program-specific job market postings to connect Business students with employers. Every year, our graduates are actively recruited by companies from across Western Canada. Many of our programs are recognized by leading national associations that let you earn a professional designation in your area of expertise.


why siast?You’re among good company —SIAST trained over 3,600 graduates in 2012.

SIAST’s one-year Business certificate gives you a well-rounded overview of accounting, management, computers, communications, marketing, human resources, economics, financial mathematics, statistics and more. After you graduate, you can either jump into the workforce or continue your SIAST education by taking a second-year diploma. Specialize in accountancy, administration, financial services, human resources, insurance or marketing.

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SIAST progrAm progrAm overvIew progrAm progrAm SAmple cAreer eArnIng locATIon(S) durATIon opporTunITIeS1 poTenTIAl2 Accounting – certificate Accounting is more than being good with numbers—it’s about using your skills to present financial information accurately and Distance learning See goSIAST.com Accounting and Related Clerks $24,000 - $54,100 clearly. The Accounting program provides a practical, well-rounded introduction to the fundamentals of accounting, from options available Banking, Insurance and Other Financial Clerks $28,000 - $51,400 bookkeeping to taxes. The curriculum is offered on a part-time, course-by-course basis through both classroom and home study. Bookkeepers $20,800 - $60,000 When you graduate, you’ll be ready to explore new career opportunities, including accounts payable/receivable clerk, bookkeeper or payroll clerk.

Business – certificate Want to build a successful career in business? Start with a solid background in business basics. Business is a multi- Moose Jaw, Prince Albert, 32 weeks Accounting and Related Clerks $24,000 - $54,100 dimensional career that demands many skills—a knack for numbers, a talent for organization, good people sense and Saskatoon, distance learning Banking, Insurance and Other Financial Clerks $28,000 - $51,400 personal initiative. The Business certificate program provides a foundational level of knowledge and skills in business practices, options available Customer Service, Information $22,300 - $58,000 from accounting and human resources to computers, management and marketing. Move into the workforce quickly and Related Clerks as an accounting clerk, management trainee, administrative assistant, financial officer or sales representative.

Business Accountancy Accounting is often called the language of business. Those who speak the language are in-demand in today’s global economy. Moose Jaw, Saskatoon, 64 weeks Financial and Investment Analysts $46,000 - $90,000 – diploma SIAST’s Business Accountancy program provides a practical focus to specialized training in the accounting field. On graduation, some distance learning (includes 32 Financial Auditors and Accountants $34,800 - $101,100 you will receive advanced standing towards one of two key professional designations—Certified General Accountant (CGA) options available week Business Immigration, Employment Insurance $41,000 - $75,100 or Certified Management Accountants (CMA). And having the right credentials is essential for building an upwardly certificate) and Revenue Officers mobile career as an accountant, auditor or financial analyst.

Business Administration In a competitive business environment, strong administrative skills give you an edge in winning the best positions and Moose Jaw, Prince Albert, 64 weeks Administrative Clerks $28,100 - $54,100 – diploma promotions. Administrators are vital to any successful enterprise. The best ones are equal parts problem-solvers, some distance learning (includes 32 Administrative Officers $27,000 - $66,600 organizers, communicators and team leaders. SIAST’s Business Administration program helps you hone your natural options available week Business Banking, Insurance and Other Financial Clerks $28,000 - $51,400 abilities, while providing specialized knowledge and skills. On graduation, you’ll have a choice of career paths— certificate) administrative clerk, financial officer, management trainee, merchandising manager and more.

Business Financial Services The financial services industry is evolving to meet the demands of a more diverse client base. That’s creating exciting new Moose Jaw, 64 weeks Banking, Insurance and Other Financial Clerks $28,000 - $51,400 – diploma career opportunities for generation next. Our Business Financial Services program is designed to meet actual marketplace some distance learning (includes 32 Financial and Investment Analysts $46,000 - $90,000 needs as identified by our financial services advisory board in conjunction with the Canadian Securities Institute. That options available week Business Immigration, Employment Insurance $41,000 - $75,100 means your education matches evolving industry needs, which means you’re ready to jump into the workforce as a certificate) and Revenue Officers management trainee upon graduation.

Business Human resources No matter how high-tech the business, success or failure ultimately comes down to one critical asset—people. Businesses, Moose Jaw, 64 weeks Payroll Clerks $31,200 - $62,600 – diploma institutions and agencies need trained professionals who know how to recruit, train, compensate, motivate and retain some distance learning (includes 32 Personnel and Recruitment Officers $29,300 - $78,000 employees. SIAST’s Business Human Resources program provides the broad-based training you need to work in any sector, options available week Business Specialists in Human Resources $42,500 - $93,600 from health care to manufacturing. Build a career as an HR manager, recruiter, labour relations consultant, compensation certificate) analyst, training co-ordinator, organizational developer or benefits administrator.

Business Information In business, technology is more than a tool—it’s a necessity. And that spells opportunity for specialists in business Moose Jaw, 64 weeks Computer Programmers and Interactive $46,000 - $90,000 Systems – diploma information systems. As system analysts, programmers, web developers and help desk technicians, specialists use some distance learning Media Developers their technical skill and business acumen to find solutions to challenging issues. It’s a great career option if you’re options available Database Analysts and Data Administrators $41,300 - $110,900 a self-motivated individual who enjoys problem solving and working with technology. Information Systems Analysts and Consultants $51,000 - $96,000

Business Insurance – diploma It takes a unique combination of people skills and business savvy to succeed in the insurance industry. Individuals, businesses, Moose Jaw, 64 weeks Banking, Insurance and Other $28,000 - $51,400 farms, charities, government agencies, all need to manage risk and protect against loss; all turn to insurance professionals some distance learning (includes 32 Financial Clerks for guidance. SIAST’s Business Insurance program combines the knowledge and skills of a business professional with options available week Business Insurance Agents and Brokers $27,000 - $68,700 courses specifically related to the property and casualty insurance industry. At the end of the program, you’re ready to certificate) Insurance Underwriters $33,100 - $57,000 launch your career as a broker, agent, adjuster or underwriter.

Business marketing – diploma Marketing is one of the most multi-faceted and exciting careers in business today. It can involve everything from product Moose Jaw, 64 weeks Business Development Officers and $37,400 - $92,000 research and development to pricing, distribution and promotion. If you have the energy and ideas, the Business some distance learning (includes 32 Marketing Researchers and Consultants Marketing program can provide the knowledge and skills to get your career started as a marketing coordinator, assistant options available week Business Purchasing Agents and Officers $31,200 - $66,600 or representative in the retail, tourism, entertainment, technology, health, education, non-profit, industrial or financial sector. certificate) Sales, Marketing and Advertising Managers $51,000 - $110,000

entrepreneurship and Small In Canada, it’s not large multi-national corporations that drive economic growth—it’s small businesses. Self-employment is a Prince Albert, 32 weeks The Entrepreneurship and Small Business certificate program is Business – certificate growing trend in Canada. More and more people from all walks of life want to live life exploring their entrepreneurial spirit. some distance learning designed to provide students with the skills necessary to establish If you’re interested in establishing your own business, the Entrepreneurship and Small Business program is a practical start. options available their own business. Career options and earning potential will vary. It emphasizes hands-on training, real-world case studies and mentoring from experienced business owners. When you graduate, you’ll have an understanding of business fundamentals plus a comprehensive business plan for launching your own idea.

Human resources With baby boomers retiring and young people wanting to work on their own terms, human resource professionals are busier Distance learning See goSIAST.com Payroll Clerks $31,200 - $62,600 management – certificate than ever. Recruiting and retaining good employees is a big part of human resources management, but HR professionals options available Personnel and Recruitment Officers $29,300 - $78,000 also play a key role in developing programs and strategies to enhance organizational productivity and improve bottom-line Specialists in Human Resources $42,500 - $93,600 business results. The Human Resources Management program provides the kind of practical training you need to get started, and it’s offered on a part-time, course-by-course basis.

office education - certificate Administrative assistant, administrative support staff, receptionist—graduates of SIAST’s Office Education program work Moose Jaw, Prince Albert, 32 weeks Administrative Clerks $28,100 - $54,100 in a variety of positions, and in many different office environments. SIAST provides practical, applied training in everything Regina, distance learning Executive Assistants $31,200 - $62,400 from accounting to word processing, with an emphasis on computer applications. Graduates may continue on to complete options available Secretaries (except Legal and Medical) $25,000 - $51,800 a Medical Transcriptionist advanced certificate that will prepare them to work in a variety of medical settings.

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early childhood education Early childhood educators enjoy working with children and have the necessary skills to create curriculum to support children’s Prince Albert, Regina, 38 weeks Early Childhood Educators and Assistants $20,800 - $57,000 – certificate or diploma development in the early years of life. The Early Childhood Education program includes both one-year certificate and two-year Saskatoon, distance learning (certificate) diploma options. The option you choose depends on how far you want to take your career. As a certified child care professional options available 76 weeks in Saskatchewan, your first job may be in a child care centre, preschool or a family child care home setting. A diploma in Early (diploma) Childhood Education expands your opportunities to include work with infants and toddlers, and children with diverse needs, as a child care centre director or a community support worker in children’s programs.

educational Assistant Educational assistants work with classroom teachers to create inclusive learning environments. The Educational Assistant Saskatoon, Regina, 38 weeks Elementary and Secondary School $29,100 - $43,700 – certificate program prepares you to work with children and youth who have diverse learning needs. Most SIAST grads find jobs in distance learning Teacher Assistants traditional classroom settings in elementary, junior high and high schools, but you could also work in resource rooms, help options available with lunch and after school programs, or find opportunities in care facilities, youth centres and alternative education programs.

library and Information Whether managing resource centres or administering small libraries, library and information technologists are point people Saskatoon, some 72 weeks Library and Archive Technicians $32,800 - $45,300 Technology - diploma on the information highway. Library and Information Technology graduates enjoy a range of career choices in school libraries, distance learning and Assistants university and college libraries, resource centres, museums, public libraries, government departments, hospitals, law firms, options available Library Clerks $19,800 - $46,800 consulting firms and more. You might start as a cataloguing technician or research assistant, then move up to supervisory positions.

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SIAST’s Early Childhood Education and Educational Assistant programs are highly respected. Our practical, hands-on approach to training prepares you to make a lasting impact on young children… and can you think of any better way to build a better future?

Today’s libraries are more important—and more complex—than ever before. As a student in SIAST’s Library and Information Technology diploma program, you’ll get a hands-on, practical education in modern library procedures and techniques.

If you’re interested in working with children and youth, you’ll find hands-on education waiting for you at SIAST.


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SIAST’s Engineering Technology programs enjoy a great relationship with industry—that means you enjoy access to excellent career contacts and great starting salaries. Two years after graduation, 96% of our graduates are employed, and the average monthly salary is $3,235.


cAd/cAm engineering CAD/CAM engineering technologists are practical thinkers with a flair for creative problem solving and a unique ability to Saskatoon, some 74 weeks Computer Network Technicians $25,000 - $79,000 Technology – diploma visualize how things work, and give ideas practical form and function. Career opportunities range from design and drafting, distance learning Drafting Technologists and Technicians $40,600 - $68,600 to quality control, to equipment programming and operation. Or you could work in product design, prototype development, options available Mechanical Engineering Technologists $25,800 - $83,900 solid modelling and stress analysis. and Technicians

civil engineering Technology Wherever a building, a bridge, a road or other structure is being built, you are sure to find that civil engineering technologists Moose Jaw, some 76 weeks Civil Engineering Technologists and Technicians $38,800 - $75,000 – diploma are part of the team building it. Civil engineering technologists are employed in many different sectors. You could work as an distance learning Construction Estimators $41,600 - $93,600 engineering assistant in highway construction, utility structures, building construction or land development. Your first job might options available Construction Inspectors $37,000 - $95,700 be in quality control as a technologist in concrete, asphalt or soil testing laboratories, or as a surveyor, drafts person, detailer or assistant designer. With experience many of the Civil Engineering graduates work in management, project management or as principals in their own companies.

computer engineering If you’re a creative thinker who likes playing with technology, becoming a computer engineering technologist has great possibilities. Moose Jaw, some 77 weeks Computer Network Technicians $25,000 - $79,000 Technology – diploma The Computer Engineering Technology program lets you alternate classroom study with work terms to get a hands-on learning distance learning Computer Programmers and Interactive $46,000 - $90,000 experience. Grads enjoy a choice of career paths—network administrator, systems coordinator or technical/systems analyst. options available Media Developers You might work in sales, in R&D or customer support in large companies, institutions and manufacturing plants. Electrical and Electronics Engineering $41,600 - $80,100 Technologists and Technicians Information Systems Analysts and Consultants $51,000 - $96,000

electrical engineering Electrical systems are the backbone of modern industry and power generation utilities. The increasing complexity of the field is Moose Jaw, some 76 weeks Electrical and Electronics Engineering $41,600 - $80,100 Technology – diploma putting a high premium on skilled electrical engineering technologists. Electrical engineering technologists are more in demand distance learning Technologists and Technicians today than ever before. They have the specialized skills our society needs to keep the power on—literally. Career opportunities options available Power Systems and Power Station Operators $59,600 - $94,000 include jobs with consulting engineering firms, power generation utilities, manufacturing firms, petroleum or mining firms, and more.

electronic Systems engineering As electronic systems become more complex, demand grows for individuals with specialized knowledge and skills Saskatoon, some 74 weeks Electrical and Electronics Engineering $41,600 - $80,100 Technology – diploma —electronic systems engineering technologists. They’re the ones who integrate technological innovation into our everyday distance learning Technologists and Technicians lives. Electronic systems engineering technologists are creative team players who like a good challenge. They are in high options available Industrial Instrument Technicians and Mechanics $48,500 - $100,900 demand and can choose from a variety of career paths, from electronic products and systems design, to development and Occupations Unique to the Armed Forces $25,000 - $57,300 production, to installation, sales and service. Telecommunications Installation and $41,600 - $74,900 Repair Workers



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kCareers in engineering technology are as varied as they are appealing. Want to work with state-of-the-art CAD/CAM design technology? Design and build high-tech electronic systems? Monitor the impact of industry on our environment? SIAST offers 10 full-time Engineering Technology programs at campuses in Moose Jaw and Saskatoon.

why siast?SIAST offers recognition of prior learning so you can get credit for your past learning whether it was in a classroom or in the real world.

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engineering design and drafting Engineering design and drafting technologists perform computerized design and drafting functions in industrial or engineering settings. Moose Jaw, some 76 weeks Civil Engineering Technologists and Technicians $38,800 - $75,000 Technology – diploma It’s a career path that requires practical thinkers, an eye for detail and the ability to visualize how things work and assemble distance learning Drafting Technologists and Technicians $40,600 - $68,600 ideas into three-dimensional space. Engineering design and drafting technologists create engineering designs, drawings and options available Industrial Engineering and Manufacturing $40,100 - $79,900 related technical information. You might work independently, but you are more likely to be part of a multidisciplinary team. Technologists and Technicians

environmental engineering When it comes to monitoring the impact of industry and urbanization on our environment, environmental engineering Moose Jaw, some 76 weeks Civil Engineering Technologists and $38,800 - $75,000 Technology – diploma technologists are at ground zero. Environmental engineering technologists are there to monitor, assess and minimize the impact distance learning Technicians (Includes Environmental) of urbanization on the natural world. Career opportunities are found in private industry, engineering and environmental options available Inspectors in Public and Environmental Health $39,500 - $90,000 consulting, and in government agencies. and Occupational Health and Safety Natural and Applied Science Policy Researchers, $37,400 - $91,700 Consultants and Program Officers

geomatics engineering Computers are reinventing the way we see our world. Where yesterday’s map-makers used chains and levels, today’s geomatics Moose Jaw, some 76 weeks Land Survey Technologists and Technicians $29,100 - $64,7003 Technology – diploma technologists use satellites and computers. Geomatics technologists are more than just land surveyors. They are investigators, distance learning Land Surveyors $35,400 - $74,600 designers, collectors and managers of geographic data—information essential to resource development, infrastructure projects, options available Mapping and Related Technologists $31,600 - $68,700 and virtually every kind of industrial, commercial, public or private construction project. Geomatics technologists are adventurous, and Technicians diplomats, and problem solvers that often act as a point of contact to the public, engineers and contractors.

Instrumentation engineering Machines have become so complex it now takes the specialized skills of instrumentation engineering technologists just to look Moose Jaw 77 weeks Industrial Instrument Technicians and Mechanics $48,500 - $100,900 Technology – diploma after the instruments that control the machines. Instrumentation engineering technologists not only have a knack for fixing things, Technical Sales Specialists - Wholesale Trade $27,700 - $85,800 they have the ability to apply math, science and physics to solve complex problems. They’re employed in virtually every sector, with most opportunities concentrated in heavy industry, mining, manufacturing and production.

mechanical engineering Mechanical engineering technologists (MET) ensure that the machines and systems our society depends on work the way Saskatoon, some 74 weeks Drafting Technologists and Technicians $40,600 - $68,600 Technology – diploma they’re supposed to. An MET may be involved in many aspects of the design, analysis, testing and maintenance of equipment distance learning Industrial Designers $30,900 - $90,0003 across a broad spectrum of industries. You can also find opportunities in instrumentation and process monitoring, building and options available Mechanical Engineering Technologists $25,800 - $83,900 ventilation systems, as well as resource management and exploitation. As an MET, you will possess the skills to work solely, or and Technicians as part of a team to ensure projects are successfully completed.

mining engineering Mining is one of the fastest-growing sectors in Saskatchewan. As a mining engineering technologist, you’ll be part of a Saskatoon 72 weeks Geological and Mineral Technologists $33,300 - $83,200 Technology – diploma team dedicated to ensuring smooth, efficient mine operation. You might work in mine surveying for surface or underground and Technicians operations, mine drafting, mine ventilation monitoring, ground control monitoring or quality control. It’s a career path that Civil Engineering Technologists and Technicians $38,800 - $75,000 offers good pay and opportunities for advancement.

water resources engineering Around the world, growing populations and changing geographical demographics are putting pressure on the planet’s water Moose Jaw, some 76 weeks Civil Engineering Technologists and Technicians $38,800 - $75,000 Technology – diploma resources. This is increasing the demand for skilled water resource engineering technologists. How our society uses water distance learning (Includes Water Resources) resources in the years ahead will impact every sector—business, industry, agriculture, recreation and government. Water options available Inspectors in Public and Environmental Health $39,500 - $90,000 resource engineering technologists will be there—whether it is to ensure that a community has a safe water supply, or to and Occupational Health and Safety assess and minimize the impacts of floods or droughts on a watershed. Urban and Land Use Planners $39,400 - $76,100

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why siast?SIAST offers flexible and distance learning through online, evening and daytime classes so you can learn with SIAST virtually anywhere.


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SIAST is your fast track to a wide variety of careers. Check out your options, from emergency care to continuing care, dental hygiene to health information management, pharmacy technician to medical laboratory technology and more.

Many of our Health Services graduates are eligible to pursue industry certification or licensure. Some programs let you transfer into university degree programs. Other programs are modular, which gives you marketable skills without committing to all levels of the program. Our paramedic programs, for example, let you begin with Primary Care Paramedic and work through the advanced level once you’ve been in the workforce.


combined laboratory and Advanced technology makes modern medical miracles possible—but it doesn’t run itself. The specialized skills of technologists Saskatoon, some 62 weeks Cardiology Technologists $36,100 - $85,000 X-ray Technology – diploma are essential in helping to find answers to illness and injury. The Combined Laboratory and X-Ray Technology (CLXT) program distance learning Medical Laboratory Technicians $35,400 - $74,900 emphasizes a practical approach to developing the knowledge and skills necessary to perform a specific range of procedures, options available Medical Laboratory Technologists $36,100 - $85,000 including laboratory tests, general radiography and electrocardiograms. Combined laboratory and x-ray technologists are and Pathologists’ Assistants trained to perform a specific range of procedures, with employment opportunities available in a medical laboratory, health care Medical Radiation Technologists $53,500 - $86,800 centre or hospital in a rural or urban centre.

continuing care Assistant Shorter hospital stays, more outpatient treatment, an aging population, longer life expectancies—it all adds up to more jobs for Prince Albert, 30 weeks Nurse Aides, Orderlies and Patient $28,000 - $43,600 – certificate continuing care assistants. The Continuing Care Assistant program provides the knowledge and skills you need to work with disabled, Regina, Saskatoon, Service Associates recovering and chronically and terminally ill people. Job opportunities are growing—and varied. You could work in a hospital, some distance learning long-term care facility, private care home, acute care facility, integrated facility, supportive housing or special needs classroom. options available

cytotechnology – diploma Cytotechnology is the microscopic study of cells to detect disease; cytotechnologists are its trained practitioners. First year: Saskatoon, 86 weeks Medical Laboratory Technologists $36,100 - $85,000 The Cytotechnology program is nationally accredited and uses labs, projects and practicums to get you actively involved in Second year clinical and Pathologists’ Assistants learning and help you apply theory to real world situations. SIAST grads who successfully write the Canadian Society for practicum: Regina, some Medical Laboratory Science certification exam are recognized nationally—meaning you can work anywhere in Canada. distance learning Most cytotechnologists work in private, university and hospital-based labs. options available

dental Assisting – certificate In today’s dental offices, the dental assistant is the patient’s first contact … and the dentist’s right hand. The Dental Assisting Regina 40 weeks Dental Assistants $35,400 - $47,800 program is a nationally accredited program that provides a solid foundation of knowledge and practical skills, enabling you to work independently as part of a team of dentists, dental hygienists and dental therapists. Hands-on learning in SIAST’s dental clinic is a key feature. On graduation, you are eligible to write the national examination offered by the National Dental Assisting Examining Board. You could work in a private dental office, community clinic, or educational or health institution.

dental Hygiene – diploma The importance of oral health in our society has given dental hygienists a prominent role on today’s dental care teams. Dental Hygiene Regina, some 76 weeks Dental Hygienists $66,600 - $89,400 is a nationally accredited diploma program. Hands-on learning in SIAST’s dental clinic is a highlight of the program. Grads are eligible distance learning to write the Canadian National Dental Hygiene Certification exam and license with the Saskatchewan Dental Hygienists’ Association. options available Licensure opens the door to careers in private dental practices, community clinics, government agencies and educational or health institutions.

Health Information If you’re a detail-oriented person with strong interpersonal, organizational and communication skills, SIAST’s Health Regina, distance learning 67 weeks Professional Occupations in Business $38,000 - $83,200 management – diploma Information Management program could be a great career fit. SIAST’s Health Information Management program provides options available Services to Management the specialized training necessary to manage the large amount of detailed information generated in health services today, while balancing privacy concerns. Electronic health information management is a growing part of the field. The nationally recognized program opens the door to a variety of career options—work in a hospital, community clinic or long-term care facility, with a government agency, educational institution and even a law office, insurance or pharmaceutical company.

medical laboratory Assistant Lab work plays a crucial role in modern health care, which makes medical laboratory assistants an important part of the health Saskatoon (clinical practicum 21 weeks Medical Laboratory Technicians $35,300 - $74,900 – applied certificate care team. The Medical Laboratory Assistant program uses classroom instruction, practical labs and clinical experience to can take place anywhere in provide knowledge and skill development in collecting, processing and preparing patient specimens. SIAST grads who the province and at multiple successfully write the Canadian Society for Medical Laboratory Science certification exam are recognized nationally— sites), some distance learning meaning you can work anywhere in Canada. You might work in a hospital, medical office or walk-in clinic, or in a options available research or pharmaceutical lab. You can also use your skills in a veterinary, chiropractic or physiotherapy office.

medical laboratory Medical laboratory technologists provide an important link between leading-edge lab science and individualized patient care. Saskatoon (plus 1 week 80 weeks Medical Laboratory Technologists $36,100 - $85,000 Technology – diploma The Medical Laboratory Technology program is nationally accredited and provides knowledge and skill development in performing clinical practicum anywhere in and Pathologists’ Assistants and evaluating a broad spectrum of laboratory tests. SIAST grads who successfully write the Canadian Society for Medical Saskatchewan), Regina or Laboratory Science certification exam are recognized nationally—meaning you can work anywhere in Canada. Most medical Saskatoon (second year clinical laboratory technologists work in hospitals and research labs. practicum), some distance learning options available

medical radiologic Medical radiologic technology is a balance of cutting-edge imaging technology and hands-on patient care. The Medical Saskatoon, some 88 weeks Medical Radiation Technologists $53,500 - $86,700 Technology – diploma Radiologic Technology program is a nationally accredited two-year program. You will learn to apply the principles of science distance learning and medicine to medical radiography, and to develop technical competency in the techniques and equipment used in options available diagnostic imaging departments. Graduates are eligible to write the Canadian Association of Medical Radiation Technologists (CAMRT) national certification exam and once certified can work anywhere in Canada. Medical Radiation Technologists work in public and private medical clinics, as well as in veterinary clinics, scientific companies and educational institutes.

occupational Health and Interested in becoming an occupational health and safety practitioner? SIAST offers the only OH&S program in Saskatchewan. Applied certificate: 33 weeks Public and Environmental Health and $39,500 - $90,000 Safety practitioner - certificate SIAST offers two options in occupational health and safety practitioner training—an entry-level applied certificate program and Saskatoon, distance learning Occupational Health and Safety a more advanced certificate program. Grads work with federal, provincial and municipal governments; mining companies; options available natural resource companies; health care facilities; safety associations; and educational institutions. The advanced certificate Certificate: distance learning program opens doors to careers with regulatory agencies and consulting companies across Canada. options available

pharmacy Technician Advances in pharmaceuticals, more educated consumers and an aging population = growing demand for pharmacy technicians. Saskatoon, some 40 weeks Other Assisting Occupations in Support $28,600 - $52,500 – certificate SIAST’s Pharmacy Technician program is nationally accredited and applies classroom theory to lab work and clinical experience distance learning of Health Services in both community and hospital practice. You will develop the knowledge and skills to prepare medications for patients and assist options available pharmacists with the management and operation of a pharmacy. Graduates of the program are eligible to write the national examination provided by the Pharmacy Examining Board of Canada (PEBC), and if successful, register to become a pharmacy technician in their province. Career opportunities are diverse and include practice sites such as community pharmacies, hospital pharmacies, long-term care facilities, home health care, pharmaceutical sales, manufacturing and insurance.

pArAmedIc progrAmS Advanced care paramedic The Advanced Care Paramedic diploma is a great way to upgrade your skills … and your earning power. The Advanced Regina 59 weeks Ambulance Attendants and Other $64,000 - $90,000 – diploma Care Paramedic program is nationally accredited and provides you with the skills and knowledge to work within Paramedical Occupations Emergency Medical Services and in settings beyond the traditional paramedic environment. Today, advanced care paramedics are in demand and can be found across Canada working on a collaborative health team in emergency rooms, supporting patients in home care, working in industry and providing public health education in the community.

primary care paramedic As first on the scene to deliver emergency care, paramedics can make the difference between life and death. The Primary Regina, Saskatoon 28 weeks Ambulance Attendants and Other $33,800 - $64,100 – applied certificate Care Paramedic program is nationally accredited and emphasizes an authentic hands-on training model augmented by Paramedical Occupations hospital and ambulance practicums. Because the Primary Care Paramedic program is designed with input from industry employers, our curriculum matches opportunities and expectations in the actual workplace. Career opportunities for primary care paramedics are diverse with potential career opportunities including Emergency Medical Services, fire protection, industrial, mining and in the military.

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Food and nutrition Food and nutrition management is a multi-billion dollar global industry with a growing choice of career opportunities. Get an Saskatoon, some 70 weeks Manager in Health Care $41,300 - $116,300 management – diploma edge to pursue challenging careers as managers in the dynamic and growing healthcare and food service industries. With distance learning Restaurant and Food Service Managers $22,400 - $66,600 knowledge of nutrition and food service, business skills and human relations skills you are prepared to work in the nutrition options available Other Medical Technologists and $35,400 - $70,0003 department of a hospital, long-term care facility, or other food or nutrition-related industry. Nutrition managers work as part Technicians(Except Dental Health) of a team with representatives from other departments and collaborate with dietitians to ensure client nutritional needs are met.

Food and Beverage Service In an industry that rewards excellent service, enhancing and polishing your skills makes good financial sense. Food and Distance learning See goSIAST.com Food and Beverage Servers $19,800 - $28,100 – applied certificate Beverage Service is designed to provide a strong foundation for a career in the food and beverage industry. The hands-on options available Maîtres d’hôtel and Hosts/Hostesses $19,800 - $35,300 approach focuses on building your knowledge and skills in food service, bar management/mixology and customer service. It is the foundation of a successful career as a server, bartender or host/hostess.

Food Service worker Food service is facing a serious labour shortage across Canada. The result? Growing demand and exciting opportunities Distance learning See goSIAST.com Food Counter Attendants, Kitchen Helpers $19,800 - $35,300 – applied certificate for skilled workers. Whether you’re new or already working in the industry, the Food Service Worker program is designed options available and Related Occupations to enhance your knowledge, skills and employability. The applied certificate program is delivered entirely through distance Food and Beverage Servers $19,800 - $28,100 education, which means you don’t have to leave home or quit your job. Training in all aspects of food service operation, from special diets to food safety, qualifies you for jobs in hospitals, care facilities, hotels and restaurants.

Hotel and restaurant All travelers want a nice home away from home. Hospitality administration professionals ensure this by making their Saskatoon, some 70 weeks Restaurant and Food Service Managers $22,400 - $66,600 management – diploma businesses run smoothly. Hotel and Restaurant Management provides a thorough background in front office, housekeeping, distance learning Accommodation Service Managers $22,400 - $66,600 catering, marketing and food and beverage functions. Students enjoy strong industry support, through practicums, guest options available Sales, Marketing and Advertising Managers $51,000 - $110,000 lecturers, scholarships and input into curriculum. Many graduates work in supervisory and management positions, while others have gone on to operate their own specialty restaurants.

Institutional cooking From baking to soups, sauces, meats and more, students learn how to produce nutritious, delicious foods in quantity. Prince Albert 20 weeks Cooks $19,800 - $41,600 – applied certificate Institutional Cooking is a unique program that focuses on preparation of large quantities of food in commercial and institutional Food Counter Attendants, Kitchen Helpers $19,800 - $35,300 settings. Grads are in high demand at hospitals, remote catering facilities, private and public sector institutions, restaurants and and Related Occupations hotels. Trade time and academic credit may be available for graduates who find employment in the trade and register as apprentices.

meat processing – certificate Meat processing is one of the largest industries in Canada, with excellent employment prospects now and in the future. Meat Saskatoon 18 weeks Butchers, Meat Cutters and Fishmongers $19,800 - $40,200 Processing provides professional knowledge and skills in making sausage, smoking meats and curing meats. Learning by doing – Retail and Wholesale is a major focus of the program. Practical labs and a two-week practicum let you put your skills to work in real-world settings. SIAST Industrial Butchers and Meat Cutters, Poultry $20,800 - $31,600 grads work in different environments, including independent processing plants, commercial sausage kitchens and retail meat markets. Preparers and Related Workers Labourers in Food, Beverage and $21,800 - $47,800 Tobacco Processing

professional cooking Saskatchewan’s most recognized culinary training program offers a comprehensive curriculum and highly trained instructors Moose Jaw, 35 weeks Cooks $19,800 - $41,600 – certificate who share their passion for professional cooking. SIAST’s Professional Cooking program develops the skills and knowledge you Prince Albert, need to join a team of culinary professionals. Get hands-on experience in state-of-the-art commercial and professional kitchens. Saskatoon, some Graduates have turned their passion for food preparation into careers as cooks, kitchen managers, banquet chefs and sous chefs. distance learning Trade time and academic credit may be available for graduates who find employment in the trade and register as apprentices. options available

Short order cooking Short order cooking is a fun, fast way to get started in the cooking industry. Short Order Cooking is designed to provide Moose Jaw, Prince Albert 12 weeks Cooks $19,800 - $41,600 – applied certificate entry-level cooking skills. The focus is on preparation of fast, simple meals and snacks and hands-on experience working Food Counter Attendants, Kitchen Helpers $19,800 - $35,300 with different foods and kitchen equipment. You’ll also learn how to simultaneously prepare a large number of orders. Trade and Related Occupations time and academic credit may be available for graduates who find employment in the trade and register as apprentices.

The hospitality sector is facing a critical shortage of talented workers—not just here at home, but in countries around the world. Whether you’re looking for a career with great mobility or have dreams of setting up your own business, SIAST provides a foundation for success.

IN DEMANDSIAST Hospitality graduates are in high demand by employers. You’ll find job opportunities in restaurants, hotels, hospitals, private and public institutions, remote catering facilities, event and convention centres, casinos, tourism services and more.


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Addictions counselling Addictions counselling can be a demanding career, but the rewards are tremendous—for you, your clients and your community. Prince Albert 65 weeks Community and Social Service Workers $27,000 - $64,000 – diploma In our high-stress society, skilled addictions counsellors are in demand. The Addictions Counselling program at SIAST prepares Family, Marriage and Other Related Counsellors $37,700 - $85,000 you to become an entry-level addictions counsellor, community prevention worker or other human service program provider. Our program emphasizes experiential learning both in the classroom and during practicums in various community settings.

disability Support worker Disability support workers believe every individual has a right to live life to the fullest, and they are passionate about Saskatoon, 37 weeks Community and Social Service Workers $27,000 - $64,000 – certificate participation for all. SIAST’s Disability Support Worker program prepares you to support individuals with mental, emotional, distance learning Elementary and Secondary $28,600 - $52,500 learning and/or physical disabilities. The flexible program lets you study on campus or by distance learning, with practical options available Teacher Assistants experience provided in community-based practicums. You’ll graduate with the knowledge and skills necessary to work in a health care institution, educational setting, residential program, adult vocational training centre or community-based agency.

esthetician – certificate Estheticians are skin-care experts who look beyond beauty products to offer treatments that keep skin looking fresh and Prince Albert 39 weeks Estheticians, Electrologists and $19,800 - $35,500 healthy. A unique feature of the Esthetician program is the independent study, which lets you work through written materials Related Occupations independently, while still having access to an instructor and hands-on labs and practicums. There are growing career opportunities—in salons, spas, wellness centres, seniors’ homes, plastic surgery clinics and medical spas. Grads also have the option of moving directly into SIAST’s Hairstylist program.

Funeral Service – certificate People who provide funeral services in Saskatchewan are licensed professionals with a deep understanding of the human Distance learning 42 weeks Funeral Directors and Embalmers $19,800 - $55,000 condition and a sincere desire to be of service. SIAST’s Funeral Service program helps develop skills needed to support options available individuals coping with death and to provide the essential services involved in the care of final arrangements for their loved ones. The program is delivered in cooperation with the Funeral and Cremation Services Council of Saskatchewan. Study includes core components followed by specialties in embalming or funeral directing or both. Graduates are qualified to become interns at licensed funeral homes. Once you have successfully completed your internship, you write licensing exams to practise in Saskatchewan as a funeral director and/or embalmer.

Hairstylist – certificate In the world of hairstyling, change is the most exciting part of the business. That’s a big attraction if you’re looking for a Prince Albert 45 weeks Hairstylists and Barbers $19,800 - $41,700 creative career. The Hairstylist program provides the foundation you need to earn a Learner’s Certificate and work as an apprentice in a salon or spa. A unique feature of the program is the independent study, which lets you work through written materials independently, while still having access to an instructor and hands-on labs and practicums. Grads also have the option of moving directly into the Esthetician program.

recreation and Tourism Recreation and tourism professionals have a passion for the industry—a passion they demonstrate through innovative new Saskatoon 67 weeks Government Managers – Economic $64,000 - $126,000 management – diploma ideas and programs. The sky’s the limit when it comes to career opportunities for energetic, outgoing recreation and tourism Analysis, Policy Development and management graduates. You might be a recreation manager with a community or non-profit organization, a program planner Program Administration in tourism and outdoor recreation education, a facility manager, special events planner, school-community coordinator, parks Tour and Travel Guides $20,100 - $52,0003 and recreation coordinator, tour guide or program interpreter. Recreation, Sports and Fitness Program $35,900 - $65,100 Supervisors and Consultants

Sustainable Tourism Saskatchewan’s tourism industry is growing in different ways, including demand for more sustainable tourism opportunities. Distance learning 19 weeks Tour and Travel Guides $20,100 - $52,0003 – applied certificate Discover the booming field of sustainable tourism. Learn about the concepts of sustainability through hands-on experience. options available Customer Service, Information and $22,300 - $58,000 SIAST’s Sustainable Tourism program is designed to meet the needs of owner/operators in the tourism field who want to Related Clerks give their business a competitive edge.

Therapeutic recreation A therapeutic recreation professional’s goals are to improve the quality of life, leisure functioning and health of clients Saskatoon, some 68 weeks Other Professional Occupations in $26,800 - $94,700 – diploma through recreation and leisure activities. Therapeutic recreation is a career that attracts outgoing, active individuals who like distance learning Therapy and Assessment working with people of all abilities. Career opportunities are diverse. You might work in a hospital as part of a multidisciplinary options available (Includes Recreation Therapist) health care team. You might also use your skills to improve the lives of clients in long-term care facilities, adult day programs, rehabilitation centres and mental health or community agencies.

Youth care worker Being able to connect with youth is a rare gift. If you have the gift, specialized training will help you transform young lives. Saskatoon, 35 weeks Community and Social Service Workers $27,000 - $64,000 – certificate or diploma The Youth Care Worker program at SIAST includes both one-year certificate and two-year diploma options. The option you distance learning choose depends on where you want to go in your career. There are job opportunities in many different settings—residential options available group home, emergency child and youth care, parenting and family support service, foster care, youth justice, advocacy, community development, life skills training and more.

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Career opportunities in the human services field are diverse, growing and exciting. This is a field where you can truly follow your passion.

However you choose to make a difference, you’ll find SIAST programs provide the kind of well-rounded education employers are looking for. Our practical, hands-on approach to learning prepares you to make a lasting impact—it’s up to you to choose the field.

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Electricians, carpenters, auto mechanics, heavy equipment technicians, machinists—tradespeople are involved in just about every aspect of modern life. And the demand for skilled workers just keeps growing.

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why siast?You’ll develop job-ready skills that you can use in the workplace starting on Day 1.

Reap the rewards of training at SIAST, Saskatchewan’s leading provider of trades training. All programs are designed with input from industry, so your education matches opportunities in the real world.

Whatever trade you choose, be prepared to challenge yourself, because today’s trades are evolving at a rapid pace. To succeed, you need a wider variety of skills than ever before. But your hard work will pay off in a career with great mobility and excellent earning potential.

In some instances, additional training or trade time may be necessary to realize career and earning potential. For more information, visit gosiast.com/programs/apprenticeship.shtml.

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carpentry – certificate You’ll need more than a hammer and nails to be a carpenter in today’s construction industry. Carpentry is designed for people Moose Jaw, Prince Albert, 30 weeks Carpenters $29,100 - $58,200 not currently working in the trade. The combination of classroom learning and practical training prepares you to work in some distance learning Roofers and Shinglers $27,200 - $52,000 residential and commercial construction. Grads get jobs with general contractors, subcontractors and framing contractors. options available Trade time and academic credit may be available for grads who find employment in the trade and register as apprentices.

electrician – applied certificate SIAST’s applied certificate program lets you jump start a career in one of the most in-demand trades today. If you’re not Moose Jaw, Prince Albert, 20 weeks Electricians (Except Industrial $29,100 - $72,800 currently working in the trade, the Electrician program will provide the knowledge and skills you need to work as an Saskatoon, some and Power System) entry-level electrician for contractors, manufacturing firms industrial plants, mining companies or sales outlets. Trade time distance learning and academic credit may be available for grads who find employment in the trade and register as apprentices. options available

refrigeration and Air Refrigeration and air conditioning is a specialized trade that plays a role in just about every sector of our economy. The Saskatoon 34 weeks Refrigeration and Air Conditioning Mechanics $34,900 - $68,500 conditioning – certificate Refrigeration and Air Conditioning program prepares you to install, operate and service domestic, commercial and industrial $80,000 for equipment. Training on real refrigeration systems ensures you’re ready to tackle the everyday challenges you’ll find on the job. journeypersons Trade time and academic credit may be available for grads who find employment in the trade and register as apprentices.

mAnuFAcTurIng progrAmS Industrial mechanics Industrial mechanics help keep our lights on, our water running and our economy humming. There’s a saying among Prince Albert, Saskatoon 32 weeks Construction Millwrights and $41,600 - $83,200 – certificate industrial mechanics: If it doesn’t have tires, we’ll fix it. It’s a good description of a career with so many possibilities. Industrial Mechanics Graduates of the Industrial Mechanics program work at potash and uranium operations, oil refineries, manufacturing plants, grain handling facilities, power plants and more. Trade time and academic credit may be available for grads who find employment in the trade and register as apprentices.

Fabricator-welder – certificate One program, two certificates … double the career options. Fabricator-Welder is a dual trade program that prepares you to Saskatoon 34 weeks Structural Metal and Platework $31,200 - $58,200 work in either the welding or steel fabrication trade. You could be doing custom fabrication, construction, mass production Fabricators and Fitters and maintenance in petroleum, mining, forestry, railway and other industries. Trade time and academic credit may be Welders and Related Machine Operators $31,200 - $72,800 available for grads who find employment in the trade and register as apprentices.

machine Shop – certificate Machinists are involved in the manufacture and maintenance of a wide variety of machinery, from massive mining machines Regina, Saskatoon, 34 weeks General Machinists, CNC Machinists $31,200 - $68,600 to automated processing systems, processing plants, mining firms, potash plants, agricultural equipment manufacturing and some distance learning and Machine Technicians (operators) general part repair and manufacturing. The Machine Shop program provides a solid foundation in basic machining skills. options available When you graduate, you’ll be ready for work in custom machine shops, machine shops, computer machine tool operation firms and large and small machine shops making parts and repairs. Trade time and academic credit may be available for grads who find employment in the trade and register as apprentices.

welding – certificate Skilled welders are in demand in just about every industry, making it a career with great mobility. SIAST’s Welding program Moose Jaw, Prince Albert, 34 weeks Ironworkers $37,400 - $74,900 provides the foundational knowledge and skills you need to operate welding equipment and perform basic welding operations. Regina, Saskatoon, Welders and Related Machine Operators $31,200 - $72,800 Grads are in demand in Saskatchewan’s thriving oil and gas, mining, manufacturing and construction sectors. Trade time and some distance learning academic credit may be available for grads who find employment in the trade and register as apprentices. options available

mecHAnIcAl progrAmS Agricultural machinery From global positioning systems integrated into equipment operation and systems management to computerized engine Saskatoon, some 35 weeks Heavy-Duty Equipment Mechanics $35,400 - $80,100 Technician – certificate control for environmentally efficient operation, farm equipment has gone high tech—and so has the agricultural machinery distance learning technician trade. The Agricultural Machinery Technician program blends classroom theory with extensive shop work and a options available two-week work placement. Your skills are in high demand at leading equipment dealerships, service centres and large farm operations. Trade time and academic credit are available for grads who find employment in the trade and register as apprentices.

Auto Body Technician There are more than 18 million motor vehicles in Canada; it’s like job security for auto body technicians. The Auto Body Regina, Saskatoon, 30 weeks Motor Vehicle Body Repairers $26,000 - $63,800 – certificate Technician program combines classroom learning with hands-on training in state-of-the-art shop facilities. When you some distance learning graduate, you’re ready for work at auto body repair shops, dealer repair departments, equipment manufacturers, even options available aircraft manufacturing plants. Trade time and academic credit may be available for grads who find employment in the trade and register as apprentices.

Automotive Service As vehicles become more sophisticated, demand increases for technicians capable of diagnosing and repairing problems. Moose Jaw, Saskatoon, 36 weeks Automotive Service Technicians $27,000 - $66,600 Technician – certificate The Automotive Service Technician program prepares you for a career in the automotive industry. Job opportunities are more some distance learning diverse than you might think—work in auto repair shops, service stations, engine machine shops, engine building plants and options available sales, service and warranty departments. Trade time and academic credit may be available for grads who find employment in the trade and register as apprentices.

Heavy equipment and Truck Whether working on buses transporting people or heavy equipment hauling earth, it takes a special kind of mechanic to keep Saskatoon, some 35 weeks Truck and Bus Mechanics and $27,000 - $66,600 and Transport Technician the world moving. The Heavy Equipment and Truck and Transport Technician program provides training in two distinct trades: distance learning Mechanical Repairs – certificate heavy duty mechanic and truck and transport mechanic. A shortage of skilled people means more opportunities in the heavy options available Heavy-Duty Equipment Mechanics $35,400 - $80,100 equipment field (construction, forestry, mining, oil) and the truck and transport field (trucking companies, bus companies). Trade time and academic credit may be available for grads who find employment in the trade and register as apprentices.

parts management All machines have one thing in common—they need replacement parts. Parts management technicians make sure the right Saskatoon, some 32 weeks Stock Keepers and Store Clerks $27,000 - $53,000 Technician – certificate parts are available at the right time. The Parts Management Technician program provides training in all types of parts, parts distance learning applications and locations. Grads work in automotive, recreation vehicle and heavy truck dealerships; wholesale distribution options available centres; and for mines, mills, government departments and industrial suppliers. Trade time and academic credit may be available for grads who find employment in the trade and register as apprentices.

power Sports equipment Power sports equipment technicians specialize in “big toys”—snowmobiles, ATVs, outboard marine engines and motorcycles. Regina 35 weeks Motorcycle and Other Related Mechanics $28,100 - $66,600 Technician – certificate The increasing complexity of snowmobiles, motorcycles and all-terrain vehicles (ATVs) has created a strong market for technicians with the specialized skills to service them. It’s a career that requires good mechanical skills as well as an interest in new technology and computer diagnostics. SIAST’s Power Sports Equipment Technician program prepares you for entry-level jobs with major dealers and manufacturers.

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JusticE SIAST’s new Justice program cluster includes four unique programs—programs designed to address the unique needs of Saskatchewan communities while providing you with rewarding job opportunities. It is a chance to make a difference in your community, your province.

jSIAST progrAm progrAm overvIew progrAm progrAm SAmple cAreer eArnIng locATIon(S) durATIon opporTunITIeS1 poTenTIAl2 Aboriginal police preparation Training for a career in law enforcement that goes beyond knowledge and skill development to include personal wellness Prince Albert, Regina, 26 weeks Police Officers (Except Commissioned) $39,500 - $90,000 – applied certificate and cultural awareness. Aboriginal Police Preparation is a program with a unique curriculum and highly trained instructors, Saskatoon Security Guards and Related Occupations $21,800 - $43,700 each with experience in policing. It will help prepare you for federal and provincial policing positions, including the RCMP, municipal police, border services, airport and mine security, corrections, casinos and the military.

correctional Studies – diploma Security is just one element of correctional work. Good corrections workers contribute to public safety through safe, secure Prince Albert 64 weeks Correctional Service Officers $28,600 - $70,000 and humane control. They also assist offenders with their rehabilitation and reintegration back into communities as law-abiding Security Guards and Related Occupations $21,800 - $43,700 citizens. The Correctional Studies program is delivered in partnership with federal and provincial correctional agencies. A hands-on approach to learning plus work placements gives you a strong foundation in correctional theory and practical skills. On graduation, you’ll be prepared for an entry-level position as a correctional officer in a federal or provincial institution, or a corrections worker in a youth facility, healing lodge, drug treatment centre or community-based justice program.

Indigenous peacekeeping If you’re passionate about making our communities safer places to live, work and play, consider a career in indigenous Distance learning 25 weeks Security Guards and Related Occupations $21,800 - $43,700 – applied certificate peacekeeping. Indigenous Peacekeeping is a program that prepares you for success in community law enforcement and options available Other Protective Services Occupations $21,600 - $40,200 community justice. The program is specifically designed for those who want to work in First Nations communities. Flexible off-campus learning and small class sizes provide a comfortable learning environment. Instructors bring real-world experience into the classroom, giving you an accurate picture of your chosen field.

victim Services coordination Provide advocacy, information, assistance and referrals to victims of crime or traumatic events. Working with the provincial Prince Albert, Regina 12 weeks Administrative Officers $27,000 - $66,600 – applied certificate Ministry of Justice, SIAST has redeveloped the victim services training into an applied certificate program. Victim Services Coordination gives you a foundation in case management, volunteer coordination, client service strategies, self-care and more. When you graduate, you’ll be prepared to work as a victim services coordinator, assistant coordinator, domestic violence victim caseworker or Aboriginal resource officer.

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It takes wide-ranging expertise to manage Saskatchewan’s vast fisheries, forests, wildlife and parks. SIAST offers training in vital areas. Consider Resource and Environmental Law if you want to ensure resources are protected for future generations. Explore Integrated Resource Management to play hands-on roles in stewardship, or Geographic Information Science for Resource Management if you’re interested in helping map vast databases of information.


geographic Information By linking maps to data, Geographic Information Science (GIS) has become an indispensable tool in resource management— Prince Albert, some 34 weeks Mapping and Related Technologists $31,600 - $68,700 Science for resource and that has opened the door to exciting new career opportunities for skilled GIS analysts. GIS uses modern technology to distance learning and Technicians management – certificate link maps with database tables for use in managing wildlife, fisheries, forestry and more. It’s a career that demands computer options available Natural and Applied Science Policy $37,400 - $91,700 literacy and problem-solving skills. It is also an emerging field with growing job prospects. GIS is a tool that is indispensable in Researchers, Consultants and Program Officers any modern natural resource management company. You could work for a natural resources company, First Nations company/ Urban and Land Use Planners $39,400 - $76,100 community, environmental consulting group or government or municipal agency. GIS graduates have opportunities to ladder into degree programs, getting full credit for their year of training at SIAST.

Integrated resource It takes skill and a passion for the natural environment to manage Saskatchewan’s vast fisheries, forests, wildlife and parks Prince Albert, some 72 weeks Biological Technologists and Technicians $26,600 - $69,300 management – diploma resources. Integrated resource management practitioners have that skill—and the desire to use it. Integrated resource distance learning Natural and Applied Science Policy $37,400 - $91,700 management practitioners are analytic thinkers who combine a knack for science with a love for the outdoors. It’s an excellent options available Researchers, Consultants and Program Officers career choice if you want a hands-on role in environmental stewardship. Your first job might be as a forestry worker, park Silviculture and Forestry Workers $27,000 - $65,0003 interpreter, fisheries or wildlife technician, rare plant biologist or entry-level supervisor. You could also work for an environmental consulting group, government agency or natural resources company. For those with an interest in going on to earn a degree, you can apply your diploma toward two full years of transfer credit.

resource and environmental Our province’s natural resources are protected to ensure their long-term vitality. Resource and environmental law practitioners Prince Albert, some 72 weeks Conservation and Fishery Officers $35,000 - $84,200 law – diploma help ensure that protection is respected. Resource and environmental law practitioners are dedicated, detail-oriented people distance learning Immigration, Employment Insurance $41,000 - $75,100 who excel at sifting through information and using the law to find solutions to tough challenges. Career opportunities are options available and Revenue Officers varied—work as a conservation officer, environmental protection officer or fishery, forestry or wildlife officer. You might work (Includes Border Services Officers) for a natural resources company or First Nations community. Transfer credit opportunities allow Resource and Environmental Inspectors in Public and Environmental Health $39,500 - $90,000 Law graduates to move seamlessly into the third year of degree programs at both Saskatchewan Universities. and Occupational Health and Safety (Includes Environmental Officers)

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practical nursing – diploma Compassionate and dedicated, licensed practical nurses are integral members of the health care team … and their skills Prince Albert, Regina, 65 weeks Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) $39,300 - $69,700 are in demand across Canada. The Practical Nursing program combines classroom learning, high-tech simulation labs and Saskatoon, clinical experience to prepare you for a career as a licensed practical nurse. As a graduate, you’ll be eligible to apply for distance learning designation as a licensed practical nurse (LPN). LPNs work in hospitals, long-term care facilities, physician’s offices, home options available care agencies, private nursing agencies and community health centres.

psychiatric nursing – diploma Psychiatric nursing is a distinct profession in western Canada, and SIAST offers the education you need to become an RPN Regina, some 3 years Registered Psychiatric Nurse (RPN) $53,300 - $93,600 —registered psychiatric nurse. As a graduate of the Psychiatric Nursing program you’ll be eligible to apply for designation as distance learning (7 terms, 86 weeks, a registered psychiatric nurse (RPN) in all four western provinces and in the territories. It’s an open door to career opportunities options available 2,156 hours) in mental health and addiction services and working with persons with mental health challenges throughout the lifespan. RPNs work in acute care; community, child, adolescent, adult and geriatric health; social services; mental health promotion; substance abuse/addictions and educational programming.

Saskatchewan collaborative A new nursing degree … for a new generation. The Saskatchewan Collaborative Bachelor of Science in Nursing (SCBScN) Regina, Saskatoon 4 years Registered Nurse (RN) $53,300 - $93,600 Bachelor of Science in program is offered jointly by SIAST and the University of Regina. As a student, you’ll begin to work directly with patients in NEW: Fall 2013 Swift Current nursing – degree Year 1. The program’s innovative courses, clinical lab work, simulation learning and clinical practice education will prepare you for a rewarding career in health care. As a graduate, you’ll be eligible to apply for designation as a registered nurse (RN). RNs find employment in hospitals as well as community settings, outpatient clinics, long-term care facilities and community and public health organizations.

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There’s never been a more exciting time for a career in nursing—and SIAST can help open the door for you. With 16 innovative, award-winning programs, 245 nationally recognized faculty and staff, and enrolment of more than 5,000 students a year, the SIAST Nursing Division is preparing a new generation of nurses to meet the realities of modern health care delivery.

SIAST has been educating nurses for more than 42 years. Our alumni are practising throughout the province, across the country, even around the world. They are known for their commitment to high standards of practice, ethical behaviour, acceptance of diversity and skilful compassion. It’s a reputation that makes SIAST-educated nurses a welcome addition to any team.

Careers in nursing are evolving in new and exciting directions. With so many choices, so many opportunities… begin your journey in SIAST Nursing.

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BioScience Technology From safer food production to life-saving new medicines, biotechnologists help find solutions to some of society’s toughest Saskatoon, some 72 weeks Biological Technologists and Technicians $26,600 - $69,300 – diploma challenges. The BioScience Technology program uses a practical, hands-on style of learning to prepare you for a career in distance learning medical research, animal and plant sciences, agriculture, quality control, micro and molecular biology, environmental science options available and more. Grads have the option of moving directly into the workforce or using their diploma to ladder into a university degree.

chemical Technology Saskatchewan has what the world wants—potash, uranium, oil and gas. This resource boom is a major factor in the growing Saskatoon, some 72 weeks Chemical Technologists and Technicians $29,100 - $79,100 – diploma demand for chemical technologists. The Chemical Technology program develops knowledge and skill in chemical analysis and distance learning chemical plant operation. The emphasis on hands-on learning prepares you to work in commercial, industrial or government options available labs; in technical sales; and in industrial settings. Grads have the option of moving directly into the workforce or using program articulation agreements with various universities to ladder into a university degree.

veterinary Technology It’s more than a love of animals that inspires people to become vet techs—it’s a keen interest in science, health and medicine. Saskatoon, some 73 weeks Veterinary and Animal Health $26,000 - $45,300 – diploma In the Veterinary Technology program, you learn by doing. Practicums provide hands-on training, while your final semester at distance learning Technologists and Technicians the University of Saskatchewan’s Western College of Veterinary Medicine gives you a unique opportunity to work with options available experienced veterinary technologists and veterinarians. Grads go on to work in veterinary clinics and hospitals, diagnostic labs, herd health programs, research, education, sales, zoological parks and animal shelters, and may choose to specialize in a variety of clinical areas.

SIAST is your door to a variety of careers in science. Work in medical research or environmental testing as a biotechnologist. Be a part of making building materials last longer or natural resources go further as a chemical technologist. Combine your love of animals and keen interest in science with a rewarding career as a veterinary technologist.

SIAST Science graduates are highly sought after by employers. A recent survey shows that six months after graduation, 93% of Science graduates are employed.

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Architectural and Building Architectural and building technologists are involved at every stage of design and construction, and in every type of building. Moose Jaw 76 weeks Architectural Technologists and Technicians $40,600 - $68,600 Technologies – diploma As the complexity of modern buildings grows, the opportunities for architectural and building technologists expand. Many are Construction Estimators $41,600 - $93,600 self-employed consultants in the home building industry; others work for architects, engineers, home designers, developers, Technical Sales Specialists - Wholesale Trade $27,700 - $85,800 contractors and construction specialty companies.

Architectural and Interior Architectural and interior technologists are team players who use their skills in the design of interior spaces—from private Moose Jaw 76 weeks Architectural Technologists and Technicians $40,600 - $68,600 Technologies – diploma homes to public buildings. The chance to combine functional skills with interior design attracts many people to careers in Construction Estimators $41,600 - $93,600 architectural and interior technology. Your career choices include working with architects, interior designers, home designers, Technical Sales Specialists - Wholesale Trade $27,700 - $85,800 facility managers, developers, contractors and construction companies, or as a self-employed consultant.

Building Systems Technician Commercial and institutional buildings are multi-million dollar investments. There is a high demand for trained technicians Regina, some 36 weeks Facility Operation and Maintenance Managers $31,200 - $105,000 – certificate to ensure safe, efficient, 24/7 operation. Modern buildings integrate a variety of technologically advanced systems—heating, distance learning Property Administrators $24,000 - $69,000 ventilation, plumbing, electrical, elevators and more. Building systems technicians oversee daily maintenance, troubleshoot options available Refrigeration and Air Conditioning Mechanics $34,900 - $68,500 problems and work with various tradespeople to ensure smooth building operations, day-in and day-out.

computer networking Computer network technicians are often called the “network mechanics” of the 21st century. Computer networks are Regina, some 33 weeks Computer Network Technicians $25,000 - $79,000 Technician – certificate essential to business productivity and global economic growth. Keeping networks up and running 24/7 is critical, which is distance learning Technical Sales Specialists - Wholesale Trade $27,700 - $85,800 why computer networking technicians are in demand. Enjoy a career with a variety of job paths: network analyst, administrator, options available User Support Technicians $33,300 - $84,500 system support technician, help desk analyst and much more.

computer Systems When businesses want more interactive websites, custom-designed programs and advice for the best network Saskatoon, some 74 weeks Computer Programmers and Interactive $46,000 - $90,000 Technology – diploma implementation, who do they call? We turn to computer systems technologists when we need answers to computer-related distance learning Media Developers issues. It’s a career that lets you specialize in areas that interest you the most—programming, network administration, options available Database Analysts and Data Administrators $41,300 - $110,900 database management, systems analysis and design, hardware or applications, and more. Information Systems Analysts and Consultants $51,000 - $96,000

electronics Technician Electronic components are critical elements in everything: personal computers to traffic lights to security systems. Electronics Regina, Saskatoon, 30 weeks Cable Television Service and $25,000 - $77,0003 – certificate technicians keep it all working. Electronics technicians use their knowledge to manufacture, install, service, calibrate and some distance learning Maintenance Technicians troubleshoot a wide range of electronic equipment. It is a hands-on profession that requires good problem-solving skills and options available Electronic Service Technicians (Household $29,100 - $75,300 the ability to think on your feet. The reward is a career with great flexibility and lots of room to grow. and Business Equipment) Telecommunications Installation and $41,600 - $74,900 Repair Workers

power engineering Power engineering is all about keeping the engines of industry running day and night. Power engineering technologists Saskatoon, some 72 weeks Facility Operation and Maintenance Managers $31,200 - $105,000 Technology – diploma and technicians use their specialized knowledge and skills to control and maintain large, complex power and process distance learning Petroleum, Gas and Chemical Process Operators $40,600 - $95,700 systems. There are job opportunities in a wide range of facilities including electrical power generation plants, light and options available Power Systems and Power Station Operators $59,600 - $94,000 heavy industry, refineries, and public and commercial buildings.

water and wastewater Water and wastewater technicians work behind the scenes to ensure safe, reliable supplies of water. To protect the Distance learning 32 weeks* Landscaping and Grounds $20,800 - $44,800 Technician - certificate environment and ensure the safety of our water supplies and to treat and dispose of our wastes, Saskatchewan requires options available Maintenance Labourers certified operators in public and private water and wastewater utilities. A water and wastewater technician certificate gives Technical Sales Specialists - Wholesale Trade $27,700 - $85,800 you the technical education to apply toward certification as an operator in municipal, industrial, agricultural and recreational utilities. Water and Wastewater Plant Operators $19,800 - $56,000

* Self-paced program equivalent to 32 weeks of full-time courses over a maximum of five years.

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Technology is a field with an amazing variety of options. If computers appeal to you, SIAST can train you for careers in programming, systems design, network administration, database management and more. Build a career in electronics manufacturing, installation and repair. Or use your talents to meet the growing demand for specialized training in architectural technologies, building systems, power plants, waterworks and more.

SIAST’s Technology programs are designed with input from industry leaders in your chosen field. Your education is relevant and up-to-date, and your hands-on training gives you a real edge in the marketplace.

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