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Three new career paths are coming to Alpha Career College
Alpha Career College is growing beyond health and community services. We're preparing new programs in Cybersecurity , Electrical and Carpentry : one digital field and two hands-on skilled trades. Full details are still being finalized, but here's what each field involves, where it can take you, and how to be first in line when enrolment opens.
Pick your path
Cybersecurity
Protect systems, networks and data from digital threats.
Explore Skilled tradeElectrical
Install, maintain and repair the systems that power every building.
Explore Skilled tradeCarpentry
Build, frame and finish the structures where people live and work.
ExploreCybersecurity
Cybersecurity professionals protect computer systems, networks and data from digital threats. As banks, hospitals, governments and businesses rely more on digital systems, the work of keeping those systems safe keeps growing in importance.
- IT support and help desk roles, a common first step
- Junior security or security operations (SOC) analyst
- Network and systems support
- Specialist security roles as you gain experience
This path could be a great fit if you…
- enjoy solving puzzles and figuring out how things work
- like computers, technology and staying current
- pay close attention to detail
- want a career you can grow in over time
Electrical
Electricians install, maintain and repair electrical systems in homes, businesses and industrial sites. It's a hands-on trade that every type of building depends on, from new housing to hospitals and transit.
- Construction and maintenance electrician
- Residential and commercial electrical work
- Maintenance roles in facilities and industry
- Running your own business once fully certified
This path could be a great fit if you…
- like working with your hands
- are safety-minded and precise
- enjoy problem-solving on the job
- want a recognized, portable trade
Carpentry
Carpenters build, install and repair structures and fixtures made of wood and other materials, from framing houses to building stairs, cabinets and finishing work. You can see what you've built at the end of every day.
- Framing and residential construction
- Renovation and finish carpentry
- Commercial and institutional projects
- Site lead or contractor with experience
This path could be a great fit if you…
- love building and making things
- are comfortable being active on site
- like teamwork and practical results
- enjoy seeing a project come together
The bigger picture for the skilled trades
Sources: BuildForce Canada, Construction and Maintenance Looking Forward 2026–2035 ; Skilled Trades Ontario, Apprenticeship Programs Chart; Job Bank (Government of Canada) outlooks for NOC 21220, 72200 and 72310. Outlooks change over time; always check the latest Job Bank ratings.
Compare the three fields
| Cybersecurity | Electrical | Carpentry | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Where you work | Offices, remote and hybrid teams, IT departments | Construction sites, homes, businesses, industrial facilities | Construction and renovation sites, workshops |
| Day to day | Monitoring systems, investigating alerts, supporting users | Wiring, installing and testing electrical systems | Measuring, cutting, framing, installing and finishing |
| Key strengths | Problem-solving, curiosity, attention to detail | Precision, safety awareness, troubleshooting | Hands-on skill, spatial thinking, teamwork |
| Typical path | Training → entry-level IT → security roles | Training → apprenticeship → certification | Training → apprenticeship → Red Seal |
What we know so far
- Three new fields: Cybersecurity, Electrical and Carpentry
- Alpha Career College is actively preparing the programs
- You can register your interest now
- Start dates and program length
- Delivery format and schedule
- Tuition, funding and admission requirements
Be first to know when enrolment opens
Tell our admissions team which program interests you, and we'll reach out as soon as dates and details are confirmed.
