Education & Research
Higher education
We value education in Central Alberta and are proud of our
accomplished workforce - more than 60% of our workers hold a
university degree, post-secondary diploma or certificate.
Educational facilities
Central Alberta offers many opportunities for workers to get an
education and for employers to find the right people for their
business. Both of our two major colleges Red Deer College and Olds
College offer free services for employers to recruit their
students.
Here are some of the major institutions in our
region:
Cutting-edge Research
Many of these facilities offer targeted programs for our
region's agricultural and manufacturing sectors. More on our
specialized research
and education programs.
Contact
us for details on these and other training
facilities in Central Alberta and how they can help you train and
recruit your skilled workforce. Or visit the Central Alberta
Economic Partnership's education section.