Student for a Day
Be an RDP Student for a Day
Wondering what it’s really like to study at Red Deer Polytechnic? Our Student for a Day events give you the chance to experience life as an RDP student before you apply. You’ll explore our campus, meet instructors and current students, take part in interactive activities and learn about programs, funding and how to apply. It’s your opportunity to see where your future could begin!
Upcoming Events
Health and Wellness - Registration Closed
October 10 | 9am - 1pm (registration at 8:45am)
Step into the world of Health Sciences and discover what it’s like to study in one of today’s most in-demand fields.
- Tour our state-of-the-art simulation labs
- Participate in hands-on activities
- Connect with faculty and current students
- Learn about scholarships, awards and applying to RDP
- Tour our beautiful campus
- Light refreshments provided
Programs You’ll Explore
- Bachelor of Science in Nursing
- Practical Nurse Diploma
- Occupational and Physical Therapist Assistant Diploma
- Medical Laboratory Assistant Certificate
- Diagnostic Medical Sonography Diploma
- Kinesiology and Sport Studies Degree and Diploma
- Medical Device Reprocessing Certificate
- Health Care Aide Certificate
- Pharmacy Technician Diploma
- Social Work Diploma
Seats are filled and registration is closed.
Arts and Education
November 7 | 10am - 2pm (registration at 9:30am)
Spend the day exploring Humanities, Education and Creative Arts through interactive sessions led by our passionate instructors and designed to give you a true post-secondary experience.
- Discover our modern creative spaces where art meets technology
- Get inspired with creative, applied and thought-provoking sessions
- Connect with faculty and current students
- Learn about scholarships, awards and applying to RDP
- Enjoy a complimentary lunch and a general RDP presentation
- Stick around after for an optional main campus tour at 2 pm
Programs You’ll Explore
- Bachelor of Education
- Early Learning and Child Care Certificate & Diploma
- Educational Assistant Certificate
- Bachelor of Applied Arts in Animation and Visual Effects
- Bachelor of Applied Arts in Film Production
- Visual Arts Diploma & Bachelor of Fine Arts (University Transfer)
- University Arts Diploma & Bachelor of Arts (University Transfer)
- Bachelor of Arts in Multidisciplinary Studies
- Bachelor of Arts in Psychology
- Bachelor of Science in Psychology
- Justice Studies Diploma
Seats are limited—register early to secure your spot!