USask offering industrial arts training for teachers in Prince Albert
The College of Education at the University of Saskatchewan (USask) is expanding the Certificate in Practical and Applied Arts in the Industrial Arts stream to teachers and Bachelor of Education graduates located in Prince Albert and the surrounding area.
“Industrial arts education provides invaluable learning opportunities for students,” said College of Education Dean Dr. Julia Paulson (PhD). “We're pleased to work with the USask Prince Albert Campus and the Saskatchewan Rivers Public School Division to offer this program for interested teachers."
This certificate allows in-service teachers and B.Ed. graduates an opportunity to teach practical and applied arts in schools. The Industrial Arts stream focuses primarily on industrial skills training such as computer-assisted drafting, cabinetry and construction, welding, electricity and electronics, and mechanics.
“The expanded programming is an example of how the university is working to serve community needs,” said Dr. Jay Wilson (EdD), principal, USask Prince Albert campus. “Graduates of the certificate will provide an infusion of trained teachers in areas that are important to secondary students. An increased focus on skilled trades course options is needed in all schools in our region.”
In addition to being able to teach practical and applied arts in schools, graduates are eligible for an Additional Qualification Certificate (AQC) through the Saskatchewan Professional Teachers Regulatory Board (SPTRB).
“SRPSD proudly supports this initiative,” said Jeff Court, superintendent, Saskatchewan Rivers Public School Division. “We look forward to the continued opportunities for our rural students due to this collaboration and partnership."
Applications are now open and the certificate is scheduled to start in Fall 2026. Additional information about the Certificate in Practical and Applied Arts is available online at https://admissions.usask.ca/practical-and-applied-arts.php.