Red Deer Polytechnic

Red Deer Polytechnic (RDP) is a polytechnic institution in Red Deer, central Alberta, halfway between the cities of Calgary and Edmonton. RDP offers a mix of programs in different subject areas, including health sciences, business, technology, creative arts and more. The polytechnic also offers a range of credentials, including certificates, apprenticeships, micro-credentials, diplomas and degrees. Programs at RDP emphasize industry relevance, multi-disciplinary and applied learning, and provide students with engaging learning experiences, well-rounded skillsets and direct pathways to career prospects that impact their workplaces and the world. RDP tackles key societal challenges through its partnerships and applied research efforts and aims to create a broader impact through offering practical education opportunities to students. The college has over 80,000 alumni who make an impact in their careers and communities as they work across all industry sectors in Alberta, Canada and the world.