Interested in Training the Facility Staff in Your Community, Municipality, County?
Do you have staff that need training? Are there staff in surrounding communities that need recreational training and courses? Do you want to maximize your limited training budget? Get specific training to your community and save money in the long run with trained staff. This option will not only allow you to save on travel and hotel costs, but your staff will be trained in their own facility. Contact us to discuss your specific training needs.
We offer all the same courses listed on our course schedule as Special Courses and can even customize them to suit your needs.
If you are interested, please contact the RFP Office by phone or by email. We would be happy to provide you with a quote customized for your training needs!
Courses
Arena Operator | Ice Facility Operator Courses
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Arena Operator Level 1 Two Day Course
This course is ideal for the frontline, grass roots arena operator. Learn the essential skills of being an arena operator with in-class and hands on sessions.
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Arena Operator Level 2 Four Day Course
This course is designed to provide participants with an in-depth understanding of refrigeration systems, ice plant operations, maintenance and troubleshooting, facility operations, and safety.
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Arena Maintenance One Day Course
By the end of the course, operators will possess the necessary skills and knowledge to efficiently manage and maintain an ice facility, ensuring optimal performance and safety for all users.
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Natural Ice Making One Day Course
This hands-on course covers all aspects of managing and maintaining outdoor rinks.
Pool Operator Courses
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Pool Operator Level 1 Two Day Course
The pool operator course provides participants with a comprehensive understanding of swimming pool operations, covering topics such as water circulation/filtration, chlorine and saltwater chemistry, water balance, pool diseases, and water testing.
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Pool Operator Level 2 Four Day Course
This course offers participants an advanced educational experience focused on swimming pool operations, expanding on the knowledge gained in Pool Operator Level 1.
Parks & Sport Fields Courses
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Parks & Sport Fields Level 1 Two Day Course
Acquire essential skills and knowledge regarding parks and sport fields. Develop the ability to identify and evaluate park and sport field spaces, and more.
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Parks & Sport Fields Level 2 Two Day Course
Expand on the skills learned from parks and sport fields level 1 course. Learn about landscaping, composting, vandalism, trails, campgrounds, by-laws and more.
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Ball Diamond Construction One Day Course
This is a comprehensive course on ball diamond construction and maintenance to gain the knowledge and skills necessary for successful planning and upkeep.
Building Maintenance | Facility Maintenance Courses
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Building Maintenance Level 1 Two Day Course
Gain valuable knowledge in various areas crucial to facility management in the building maintenance level 1 course.
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Building Maintenance Level 2 Two Day Course
Building on the skills you acquired in Building Maintenance Level 1 and gain further knowledge of key topics and acquire valuable skills in the field.
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Custodial Care One Day Course
In this course, students will discover the essential aspects of custodial maintenance and the significant role it plays in creating a positive impression of a facility.
Client Services | Recreation Leadership Courses
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Leadership Skills Three Day Course
The leadership course is designed to give practical ideas and skills for those in leadership roles, providing effective leadership strategies, including navigating change, integrating bureaucratic requirements, and building successful teams.
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Lifecycle & Risk Management One Day Course
This course equips operators, managers, and supervisors with the essential skills for creating lifecycle documents and establishing effective risk management programs for their facilities.
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Developing a Policy & Procedure Manual One Day Course
This course aims to support communities and community groups in creating a thorough policy and procedure manual for the various needs of a facility.
AARFP
The Alberta Association of Recreation Facility Personnel (AARFP) is a member-driven, not-for-profit organization who is dedicated to providing excellence in training and professional development for individuals involved in the operation of recreation facilities. By becoming an AARFP Member you will gain access to training designed for recreation, conferences, and consultation. You will learn how to optimize safety, comfort, and the enjoyment of your facility. Help build and support a network of recreation professionals in Alberta.
