Sociology A
This course provides an introduction to the sociological perspective and addresses the study of people as human beings. You will examine culture, socialization processes and social inequality.
Warman
Health Promotion in Youth Care
You will discuss a holistic approach to wellness with a focus on personal health. You will receive instruction in the lifestyle practices that promote health and wellness. You will study workplace safety practices and have the opportunity to demonstrate competency in practical skills necessary for worker and client safety.
Behaviour Supports in Youth Care
You will be introduced to the behavioural changes process as it applies to the youth care worker’s role with children and youth at risk. You will examine the theories, principles and strategies designed to increase optimal behaviours and decrease inappropriate behaviours. .You will study practical guidelines and techniques for working with children and youth at risk in the context of family and community. You will learn the role of functional behaviour assessment in managing disruptive behaviour.
Personal & Professional Development
Great Plains College works with the community and businesses to deliver Personal & Professional Development courses and workshops.
Courses we have offered in the past cover a variety of areas of learning such as Microsoft Excel, Bookkeeping, Crucial Conversations training and Mental Health First Aid.
If you have a desire to do some Personal & Professional Development training please contact a Great Plains College location nearest you to find out what options are available.
Ground Disturbance - Levels 1 & 2 (Global)
This one-day course is the most widely recognized Ground Disturbance course by industry in Saskatchewan and Alberta and is considered the leader in the field of ground disturbance training. The course deals with the primary pitfalls which result in illegal and dangerous strikes. Students are trained in accordance with regulations of the Pipeline Act and Regulations with cross-reference to other legislation as applicable. Students receive both Saskatchewan and Alberta regulations. The course meets IRP#17 requirements.
Dozer
On an actual work site under supervision, you will operate a dozer to perform construction tasks and will learn and practice basic skills. You will perform daily safety inspection and routine maintenance on the machine and will have opportunity to operate and to observe on the machine.
Front End Loader
On an actual work site under supervision, you will operate a front end loader to perform construction tasks and will learn and practice basic skills. You will perform daily safety inspection and routine maintenance on the machine and will have opportunity to operate and to observe on the machine.
Excavator (Track hoe)
On an actual work site under supervision, you will operate an excavator to perform construction tasks and will learn and practice basic skills. You will perform daily safety inspection and routine maintenance on the machine and will have opportunity to operate and to observe on the machine.
Motor Grader
On an actual work site under supervision, you will operate a motor grader to perform construction tasks and will learn and practice basic skills. You will perform daily safety inspection and routine maintenance on the machine and will have opportunity to operate and to observe on the machine.
Heavy Equipment Simulator Training
Simulators combine the finest technology and operator instruction to create cutting-edge training. Realistic controls ensure familiarization and muscle memory using the same hardware as in the actual machine. Each training exercise measures and records the simulation sessions so you can see the results.