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Demetrios Nicolaides
Demetrios Nicolaides was appointed Minister of Advanced Education on April 30, 2019.
Accomplishments
Alberta student loan borrowers can now complete and submit loan agreements online.
We created the Skills for Jobs Task Force to look for ways to renew and expand trades education and opportunities for young Albertans.
Key information
- Information on post-secondary learning during COVID-19.
- How to start planning for post-secondary.
- Resources and supports for Indigenous students in Alberta’s adult learning system.
- Information for Albertans studying abroad and international students.
Our responsibilities
Prepares Albertans for lifelong success through education by:
- approving programs of study
- funding public post-secondary institutions and other adult learning providers
- providing financial aid for learners
- registering and certifying apprentices
- supporting academic research and innovation
Our programs and services are driven by 3 outcomes:
- Adult learning opportunities are accessible and affordable for all Albertans.
- High-quality education, skills development and research make a positive contribution to Alberta’s economy, society, culture and environment.
- The adult learning system is accountable and coordinated.
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In focus
Alberta’s budget is focused on protecting lives and livelihoods, investing in health care, preparing for recovery and spending responsibly.
A comprehensive, system-wide review of Alberta’s post-secondary system to develop an innovative new strategy for the future.
Start planning for post-secondary
Whether you are in high school or going back to school as an adult, use these resources to help you create a learner pathway that gets you where you want to be.
Adult learning system principles
Read the 5 principles guiding our work to ensure all Albertans have the same opportunity to get a high-quality post-secondary education.
Supports for Indigenous students
The government is committed to supporting Indigenous post-secondary students in Alberta by providing campus, community, financial and transition resources.
Latest news
- Feb 18, 2021Improving access to health-care training | Amélioration de l'accès à la formation aux soins de santé
A new initiative will help Albertans with language barriers gain the skills they need to build careers and support our health-care system.
- Feb 04, 2021
A new initiative at the University of Alberta will help veterans get the education they need to transition to other careers.
- Jan 29, 2021
Job creators in Alberta now have an online service to verify the credentials of tradespersons and apprentices with just a few clicks of a mouse.