Be ready to bake a perfect mix of theory and practice.
You’ll spend four weeks learning theory, either online or in person on our campus. The next four weeks are in-person in our well-equipped campus bakery where you’ll put theory into practice. After your third year, you’ll be ready to write the Red Seal exam.
Why should you study the Baker Apprenticeship at Lethbridge Polytechnic?
Our Baker Apprentices work in our well-equipped bakery with industry-experienced instructors who are committed to the craft of baking. You’ll learn the science behind a masterfully baked creation, but also the business behind pricing, planning and organizing a well-run bakery. Best of all, you’ll enjoy the rewards of seeing your creations scooped up by appreciative customers in our campus Food Court and our full-service Garden Court Restaurant.
4 weeks
spent on theory, either in class or online
2
rotating rack ovens in Lethbridge Polytechnic’s on-campus bakery that are capable of injecting steam for baking
72%
of employers who hire bakers in Alberta have recruited in the last two years
Career Opportunities
After completing your third-year training and exam you’ll be ready to write the Red Seal exam and pursue a career in:
- Camps and hotels
- Catering companies
- Hospitals
- Institutions
- Restaurants
- Specialty bakeries
- Supermarkets
Students serving students
The baked delicacies of our Baker apprentices are served in our on-campus cafeteria and table service restaurant
5,790
the number of people employed as bakers in Alberta
Visit ALIS website for more career information.
At-a-Glance
Starts-in
Late August
Credential / Accreditation
Certified 'Journeyman' Papers
Duration
3 years
International Eligibility
This program is not available for International Students.
Academic Centre
Admissions
Apply through MyTradesecretsAcademic Requirements
- English 10-1 or 10-2 or equivalent
- Math 10-1, 10-2 or 10-3 or equivalent
- OR a passing mark in all five GED/CAEC tests
- OR successful completion of the Apprenticeship Entrance exam
* English 30-2, Math 30-3, Physics 20 or Chemistry 20 or Science 20, and related Career and Technology Studies (CTS) are recommended.
Admission
You can apply for apprenticeship and industry training through MyTradesecrets.
To arrange a tour, call 403.320.3366 or toll-free 1.800.572.0103.
Alberta Apprenticeship and Industry Training Board
Provincial Building, Room 280
200 - 5th Avenue South
Lethbridge AB T1J 4L1
Telephone: 1-800-248-4823
Outside of North America: 1-403-476-9757
Fax: 403-381-5795
Ask about the Alberta Apprenticeship Scholarship Program. You might discover you’re eligible for a financial award!
Courses include:
- Cookies, cakes, pastries and quick breads
- Creams, custards, fillings and icings
- Standard workplace safety
- Trade mathematics
- Yeast raised goods
Tuition costs are estimates for the 2026/2027 year.
| Title | Tuition | Fees | Books/Supplies |
|---|---|---|---|
| Year 1
|
$1,024.00
|
$233.00
|
$950.00
|
| Year 2
|
$1,024.00
|
$233.00
|
$950.00
|
| Year 3
|
$1,024.00
|
$233.00
|
$950.00
|
View detailed program cost estimates
Notes
Costs for books/supplies may vary considerably depending on what students already have or where they purchased their books/supplies; cost provided is on the moderately high end.
Budget Wizard
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With just one online application, you can apply for all the Lethbridge Polytechnic awards and scholarships- visit our Awards and Scholarships page for more information.
The Baker Apprenticeship is delivered through an eight-week apprenticeship model with some hyflex components. Students can choose to complete the first four weeks of theory on campus or online. The last four weeks must be completed on campus.
Apprenticeship
Apprenticeship programs require eight to 12 weeks of classroom training each year in addition to on-the-job training. You’ll work with an employer and our experienced instructors to gain the best of both worlds as you work and earn money while training.
Hyflex
This program is offered both on-campus and online; lectures and hands-on training opportunities are delivered through video conference, allowing students the option to attend classes in-person or remotely.
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