Healthy ecosystems, responsible land use and environmental protection are important to Alberta's communities, industries and natural landscapes. Olds College of Agriculture & Technology offers education in environmental science and technology that helps students understand environmental challenges and develop practical skills for managing land and natural resources. Through applied learning, students explore topics connected to environmental monitoring, land reclamation, ecosystem management and sustainable land use. Whether you are interested in restoring disturbed landscapes, supporting environmental projects or helping organizations manage land responsibly, discover how environmental education can prepare you to contribute to the future of Alberta's land and environment.
Whether you're looking for short courses, online learning, evening classes, or hands-on certifications, we offer a variety of options to fit your busy schedule. Designed in collaboration with industry experts, our programs provide practical knowledge and real-world experience to help you succeed.
Learn the fundamentals of land management, regulations, and stakeholder engagement, with a focus on Alberta and Indigenous relations. Elective courses provide opportunities for further exploration into agriculture, Indigenous engagement and consultation.
Olds College provides introductory customized training in QGIS and ArcGIS Pro. This provides companies an opportunity to train employees with their own data points.
Lawn and Garden Pesticide Dispenser Certification ensures that consumers have access to correct information regarding pest control and that someone at each retail outlet has knowledge of pesticide sales regulations and safety requirements.
Stay certified with CEU workshops covering the latest in pesticide application, safety, and regulations. Pesticide Applicator Certificates are issued for up to 5 years, prior to expiration you need to either complete the required number of Continuing Education Units (CEU) to recertify or rewrite the exam.
Industry experts will help you prepare for your Agriculture, Industrial and Landscape exams in-class and with hands-on sessions! We have several tutorial sessions options available.
Explore a number of courses based on teaching the fundamentals of reclamation in terms of mitigating environmental impact of industry, so companies can thrive without damaging the world around us.
Applications now open for 2027-28.
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