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Wage Subsidies for
Tradespeople Transitioning to VDC Roles

Virtual Design and Construction (VDC)
Training for the Skilled Trades in Alberta

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Digital Tradesperson provides financial support through wage and software subsidies for participants in the Digital Skills "Tradespeople Transitioning to VDC Roles" program stream.

  • up to $20,000 of wage subsidies per participant
  • up to an additional $5,000 for software costs per participants
  • course fees waved

PROGRAM RUNS UNTIL FEB 28, 2027

    Digital Transitions

    This course will prepare tradespeople who have existing experience in the skilled trades for a transition to Building Information Modeling (BIM) and Virtual Design and Construction (VDC) roles.

    Participants will complete an asynchronous online training course (est 10-15 hours).

    Subsidies up to $25,000 per participant are available to reimburse employers for wages paid and other expenses for a work experience placement after coursework is completed.

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    The construction industry is moving towards integrating new digital tools into the workspace to innovate construction methods and improve efficiency.

    The Alberta Construction Association has partnered with industry stakeholders to research and develop post-credential training to meet the growing demand for digitally capable workers.

    • A Path forward for Workers

      Programs geared towards people already working in the construction industry.

    • Hands-on and Engaged

      Hands on and engaged - Participants work directly with the digital tools that are required in the industry

    • Digital Perspectives

      Course material prepares workers for the challenges of virtual model making for efficiency and constructability

    See more at albertaconstruction.org/digital-skills

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