Ages 5-15 Half Day Camp - Come out and play! Adventures & Athletics Camp is all about recreational sports and activities, both indoor and outdoor. You’ll play everything from basketball to ultimate Frisbee and participate in team building challenges, fun fitness workouts, aquatic adventures, yoga and more. They say “physical fitness is the basis for all other forms of excellence”— learn why in this high-energy camp.  Participants will be divided by age ranges.

Ages 11-14 Half Day Camp - Take the first steps into the world of mobile app design and customize your own game app! Using a specialized app and game development tool, students will explore the world of web-based (HTML5) mobile apps. You’ll also see firsthand how the world of App publishing functions. Student-created apps will be accessible on a private site and can be played on any mobile device or computer. Publishing to App stores is not included. You’ll work in pairs or teams for most of the program. 
Students do not need to own a smartphone or tablet to participate in the class.  
 

Ages 8-10 Half Day Camp - Take the first steps into the world of mobile app design and customize your own game app! Using a specialized app and game development tool, students will explore the world of web-based (HTML5) mobile apps. You’ll also see firsthand how the world of App publishing functions. Student-created apps will be accessible on a private site and can be played on any mobile device or computer. Publishing to App stores is not included. You’ll work in pairs or teams for most of the program. 
Students do not need to own a smartphone or tablet to participate in the class.
 

You will begin by learning the AutoCAD® user interface. Your studies will include drawing set-up, co-ordinate systems, drawing tools, editing commands, display options, blocks and symbols, layers, colours and line types, as well as basic text, dimensioning and plotting. You will learn inquiry commands, crosshatching, introduction to grips and a demonstration of some additional features. You should expect to spend an additional 2 to 4 hours per week to become proficient with these applications.

Autodesk software is a free download for students registered in this course.  For online students please ensure you have a computer that meets the system requirements for the software.

Ages 12-14 Half Day Camp - Learn beauty essentials from an expert instructor! This week-long camp includes lessons in proper nail care, polish application and removal. Learn basic skin care, cleansing, moisturizing and hydrating. You’ll also learn basic makeup techniques, such as application and colour choice for skin type.

Ages 9-11 Half Day Camp - Learn beauty essentials from an expert instructor! This week-long camp includes lessons in proper nail care, polish application and removal. Learn basic skin care, cleansing, moisturizing and hydrating. You’ll also learn basic makeup techniques, such as application and colour choice for skin type.

You will acquire the knowledge and skills to transport, receive, store, and issue blood components and products. You will learn about the basic workup for the investigation of a suspected transfusion reaction to infused blood products.
Prerequisites: Must be an Allied Health Care Professional. You will be required to upload a copy of your allied health professional designation at the time of registration.

For additional information, please email Amber.Odell@saskpolytech.ca.

Employer Sponsorship
The sponsoring agency must submit the online register by invoice form prior to registering. Instructions for registration will follow.

You will learn the cardiac biomarkers used to evaluate cardiovascular function. You will learn the clinical significance of, methods of measurements, and parameters for reporting the cardiac markers, including Troponin.

Prerequisites: IMMU 183

For additional information, please email Flexible.Learning@saskpolytech.ca.

This non-credit LERN Certificate includes three online courses - Introduction to Project Management;  Project Management Processes; and Project Management knowledge Areas.  In today’s business environment, there is a need for good project management.  Project management provides visibility of project health to the business and the customer.  Through continuous monitoring, early detection of variations to plan, schedule, and budget can be communicated to stakeholders for quick resolution, including project cancellation.  Contact 306-775-7481 for details. 

Ages 11-14 Half Day Camp - Want to take your cooking skills to the next level? At this advanced camp, you’ll review food prep, kitchen safety and cooking techniques with expert instructors, then move on up to soups, sauces and braising. Plus, recipe development, layering of flavours, ethnic dishes, decorating and presentation. And, of course, your hat and apron are yours to take home, along with new skills and great recipes.  

NOTE: Please notify us if your child has any food allergies, we will do our best to make substitutions. 

Ages 9-13 Half Day Camp - Want to learn to cook? Here’s your chance to learn from expert instructors. It’s fun, hands-on learning in food preparation, kitchen safety and cooking techniques. You’ll build new skills, try out some tasty recipes—and even take your hat and apron home, so you can impress your family with your cooking skills. 

NOTE: Please notify us if your child has any food allergies, we will do our best to make substitutions. 

This course is the study of the principles of measurement and clinical application of the theory necessary to produce valid results to assess proteins, electrolyte and water balance, urinalysis, carbohydrate metabolism, cardiovascular function, renal function, liver function, pancreatic function, blood gases and therapeutic drug monitoring.  The principles of measurement include light measuring, electrochemistry, osmolality, enzymology, immunology, electrophoresis, laboratory automation, and chromatography. Open to previous CSMLS certified MLTs and/or recommended to take this course by the CSMLS as part of a Learning Plan.

This course is open for registration from September - May. Email evidence of previous CSMLS certification and/or CSMLS Learning Plan documentation to Amber.Odell@saskpolytech.ca to register.

You will study secondary hemostasis and fibrinolysis. You will learn to perform, assess and correlate common screening tests used to detect and monitor treatment of hemostasis disorders. This course includes a theory and application review of prothrombin time and activated partial thromboplastin time tests. The course also discusses thrombotic risk, fibrinolysis, alternative anticoagulants, thrombin time test and D-dimer validation.

Prerequisites: IMMU 183

For additional information, please email Flexible.Learning@saskpolytech.ca.

Ages 12-14 Half Day Camp - Explore front-line careers in the world of health sciences. Learn how you can use amazing technology to help people as a pharmacy technician or medical laboratory or x-ray technologist. You’ll learn about casting procedures in dentistry, how pharmacists fill prescriptions and how x-rays are viewed. The camp will also provide an opportunity for participants to tour an ambulance and learn the basics of CPR and first aid.  

Ages 9-11 Half Day Camp - Explore front-line careers in the world of health sciences. Learn how you can use amazing technology to help people as a pharmacy technician or medical laboratory or x-ray technologist. You’ll learn about casting procedures in dentistry, how pharmacists fill prescriptions and how x-rays are viewed. The camp will also provide an opportunity for participants to tour an ambulance and learn the basics of CPR and first aid.  

Instruction focuses on Gas installations and applications with gas loads capped at 400,000 BTUH. Pre-requisite is a Journeyperson status in the Refrigeration trade. Before applying for this course, candidates should apply to write the General Gasfitter License exam with the Saskatchewan Apprenticeship and Trade Certification Commission (SATCC). The SATCC will issue a letter stating your eligibility for this course. Upon successful completion of this program, students can then arrange to write the provincial gas exam for Domestic gas certification with the SATCC.
PRE-REQUISITE:  SATCC Letter of Eligibility, a copy of the document must be uploaded at time of registration.  You must register online for this course.

For more information contact:
flexible.learning@saskpolytech.ca

Instruction focuses on Gas installations and applications with gas loads over the 400,000 BTUH. Pre-requisite is Journeyperson status in the Plumbing or Pipefitting trade, along with a Saskatchewan Domestic Gas endorsement. Before applying for this course, candidates should apply to write the General Gasfitter License exam with the Saskatchewan Apprenticeship and Trade Certification Commission (SATCC). The SATCC will issue a letter stating your eligibility for this course. Upon successful completion of this program, students can arrange  to write the provincial gas exam for Commercial gas certification with the SATCC.
PRE-REQUISITE:  SATCC Letter of Eligibility, a copy of the document must be uploaded at time of registration.  You must register online for this course.

For more information contact:
flexible.learning@saskpolytech.ca

Ages 13-15 Half Day Camp - A fun, hands-on introduction to Auto Mechanics and Auto Body work. Get your hands dirty learning the basics of vehicle maintenance—from changing oil to changing a tire, checking fluids and jumpstarting a dead battery. You’ll also learn how to repair minor collision damage, align panels such as doors and the hood, even refinish a vehicle panel to take home at the end of the camp.

Ages 12-15 - If you’re a girl who wants to use power tools, this is the camp for you. In this hands-on, creative camp, you’ll build and assemble a variety of projects throughout the week. You’ll learn new skills and explore careers in trades and technology, as well as connect with women in those careers. The camp also highlights the importance of course choices, such as science, math and industrial arts at the high-school level.

For more information, email WITT@saskpolytech.ca 

The Girls Exploring Trades and Technology (GETT) camps are a fun way to introduce girls ages 12-15 to possible future careers in trades and technology while they attend an enjoyable week-long day camp. Girls are introduced to women who work in a variety of fulfilling occupations who spend time promoting the importance of career awareness through activities with the participants. Each girl gets a chance to use tools and participate in a collaborative way, making creative decisions. They work individually or in pairs on a number of fun trades or technology projects throughout the week. For more information, please contact a WITT Coordinator at a Saskatchewan Polytechnic Campus near you: www.saskpolytech.ca/witt.

You will focus on the Hematology theory required by an entry level MLT. The topics include manual laboratory techniques, hematology analyzers, blood smear evaluations, red blood cell disorders, white blood cell disorders, and hemostasis. Open to previous CSMLS certified MLTs and/or recommended to take this course by the CSMLS as part of a Learning Plan.

This course is open for registration from September - May. Email evidence of previous CSMLS certification and/or CSMLS Learning Plan documentation to Amber.Odell@saskpolytech.ca for approval to register.

You will review classification of cells and tissues, followed by the microanatomical structure of the major organs of the body. The principle and practices of preparing clinical specimens for histological examination including fixation, decalcification, processing, embedding and microtomy are covered. Also included are descriptions of the principles and practices used in a clinical Histology laboratory to demonstrate cellular and non-cellular elements using special stain techniques. Open to previous CSMLS certified MLTs and/or recommended to take this course by the CSMLS as part of a Learning Plan.

This course is open for registration from September - May. Email evidence of previous CSMLS certification and/or CSMLS Learning Plan documentation to Amber.Odell@saskpolytech.ca to register.

Ages 10-13 Half Day Camp - Whether you’re just curious or really keen about careers in policing, this week-long camp will introduce you to a police officer’s daily duties. You’ll learn what it takes to become a police officer—including daily physical fitness routines. You’ll also get to do some criminal investigation. Hone your skills in evidence gathering and fingerprinting; practice radio communication using the phonetic alphabet and 24-hour clock; learn about special K9 and SWAT units. 

Non-financial managers need to understand and use financial concepts and accounting processes.  This three-course LERN Certificate will provide the concepts used in most businesses to increase your effectiveness. 
$128 DISCOUNT will be applied at checkout.

• Acctg & Fin for Non-Fin Mgrs (UGC-1601)
• Cash is King (UGC-1602)
• Financial Analysis & Planning (UGC-1603)

Whether it relates to serving or retaining customers, or turning inquiries from potential customers into sales, good customer service is a major factor in organizational success. This two-course LERN Certificate will provide the concepts and skills for strong customer-centred service. 
$59 DISCOUNT will be applied at checkout.

• Keys to Customer Service (UGC-1604)
• Extraordinary Customer Serv (UGC-1605)

Companies need people with the ability to analyze vast amounts of data to determine trends. Add new skills to your portfolio while making a difference to the success of your organization with this three-course LERN Certificate. 
$128 DISCOUNT will be applied at checkout.

• Introduction to Data Analysis (UGC-1606)
• Intermediate Data Analysis (UGC-1607)
• Advanced Data Analysis (UGC-1608)

This three-course LERN Certificate will provide a strong introduction to eMarketing. Topics include improving email promotions, analyzing your web site traffic, search engine optimization, and using online advertising.
$128 DISCOUNT will be applied at checkout.

• Improving Email Promotions (UGC-1609)
• Boosting Your Website Traffic (UGC-1610)
• Online Advertising (UGC-1611)

Create a business plan and a step-by-step approach to attract and keep customers with this three-course LERN Certificate.
$128 DISCOUNT will be applied at checkout.

• Entrepreneur Boot Camp (UGC-1612)
• The Business Plan (UGC-1613)
• Entrepreneurial Marketing (UGC-1614)

This three-course LERN Certificate will develop your skills with shapes and design graphics; creating brochures, flyers, books and magazines; and editing and enhancing digital images.
$140 DISCOUNT will be applied at checkout.

• Adobe Photoshop Essentials (UGC-1615)
• Adobe InDesign Essentials (UGC-1616)
• Adobe Illustrator Essentials (UGC-1617)

Learn how to create clear expectations, engage and motivate employees, and increase your effectiveness with this three-course LERN Certificate. Explore principles for collaborative success for your team or organization. Discover what motivates each generation, what incentives they respond to, and what messages they value.
$158 DISCOUNT will be applied at checkout.

• Management Boot Camp (UGC-1619)
• Collaborative Management (UGC-1620)
• Managing Generations (UGC-1621)

Increase your efficiency by learning how to organize, display and calculate your data effectively. Learn Excel’s most powerful features to analyze data quickly and easily in this three-course LERN Certificate.
$128 DISCOUNT will be applied at checkout.

• Mastering MS Excel (UGC-1623)
• Intermediate Excel (UGC-1624)
• Advanced Excel (UGC-1625)

In this three-course LERN Certificate you will learn to build or improve an online course, foster online discussion, and develop strong assessments. You will receive the fundamentals of teaching online and advanced tips and techniques.
$128 DISCOUNT will be applied at checkout.

• Advanced Teaching Online (UGC-1629)
• Designing Online Instruction (UGC-1630)
• Fostering Online Discussion (UGC-1631)

Discover the top ten most effective time management techniques to increase your work outcomes without spending more time. Learn new strategies and eTools and use technology to boost your productivity in this three-course LERN Certificate.
$128 DISCOUNT will be applied at checkout.

• New 21st Century Strategies (UGC-1626)
• Productivity eTools (UGC-1627)
• Managing Productivity (UGC-1628)

In today's business environment, good project management provides visibility of project health to the business and the customer. In this three-course LERN Certificate you will learn continuous monitoring, early detection of variations to plan, and stakeholder communication. 
$128 DISCOUNT will be applied at checkout.

• Intro to Project Management (UGC-1632)
• Project Management Process (UGC-1633)
• Project Management Knowledge (UGC-1634)

From Facebook to Twitter, blogging, YouTube, LinkedIn, and more, discover the new principles of communication in this three-course LERN Certificate.  Learn how these specific social networks work and the possible uses for your organization.
$128 DISCOUNT will be applied at checkout.

• Introduction to Social Media (UGC-1635)
• Marketing Using Social Media (UGC-1636)
• Social Media in Your Org (UGC-1637)

Ages 11-14 Half Day Camp - In this Black Rocket classic, you’ll go well beyond the limitations of the traditional 2D game design class and create an immersive 3D world. Students will learn the physics behind 3D games, explore beginner event scripting, level design, control of the flow of gameplay and storytelling. Student-created games will be available on a password protected website to share with friends and family. You’ll work in pairs or teams for most of the program. 

Ages 8-10 Half Day Camp - In this Black Rocket classic, you’ll go well beyond the limitations of the traditional 2D game design class and create an immersive 3D world. Students will learn the physics behind 3D games, explore beginner event scripting, level design, control of the flow of gameplay and storytelling. Student-created games will be available on a password protected website to share with friends and family. You’ll work in pairs or teams for most of the camp. 

This course will provide the information for the isolation, identification and antimicrobial susceptibility techniques for clinically significant microorganisms from the following body sites: urinary tract, respiratory tract, gastrointestinal tract, ear-eye, genital tract, cardiovascular and central nervous systems, skin/wound/soft tissue and deep wounds. Open to previous CSMLS certified MLTs and/or recommended to take this course by the CSMLS as part of a Learning Plan.

This course is open for registration from September - May. Email evidence of previous CSMLS certification and/or CSMLS Learning Plan documentation to Amber.Odell@saskpolytech.ca for approval to register.

Ages 11-14 Half Day Camp - Use your favourite game to learn the basics of modding and the foundations of programming. Learn scripting and logic statements as you create your first mod! You’ll learn introductory coding through a simulated environment inspired by Minecraft©. Student projects will be available on a password protected website to share with friends and family. You’ll work in pairs or teams for most of the program.  

Note: Students must own a Java version of Minecraft© to access their projects at home. Tablet, phone and game console versions of Minecraft© are not compatible.
 

Ages 8-10 Half Day Camp - Use your favourite game to learn the basics of modding and the foundations of programming. Learn scripting and logic statements as you create your first mod! You’ll learn introductory coding through a simulated environment inspired by Minecraft©. Student projects will be available on a password protected website to share with friends and family. You’ll work in pairs or teams for most of the program.  Students must own a Java version of Minecraft© to access their projects at home. Tablet, phone and game console versions of Minecraft© are not compatible.
 

Ages 5-8 Half Day Camp - Unleash your inner Minion. This camp will introduce you to the wacky and wild world of science. You’ll learn how to make smoke bombs, create a volcano, make liquid nitrogen ice cream and coloured fire. Of course, safety will be the first lesson!

You will learn about your role as a preceptor in providing support and guidance to learners in their clinical practicum.  You will study adult teaching methods and learning styles as well as methods for evaluation and feedback.  You will discuss strategies to support learners' needs.

For more information, contact Dan.Oliynyk@saskpolytech.ca.

Your studies will focus on fundamentals of refrigeration, refrigerants, refrigeration systems, equipment, troubleshooting, repairing systems, safety regulations and plant operation. This course is intended to prepare students to write the Technical Safety Authority of Saskatchewan exam for the Refrigeration Engineer’s Certificate. Provincial testing is not included – contact the Technical Safety Authority of Saskatchewan (1-866-530- 8599) tsask.ca to ensure that you have met certification requirements  (i.e. operating experience) and to book an exam sitting.

Ages 11-14 Half Day Camp - Discover how to code in the Lua language, while playing and designing worlds in ROBLOX®, an online universe where you can create anything you dream of. This new class combines game design concepts, coding and fun! Young entrepreneurs will also learn how to navigate ROBLOX’s fast-growing marketplace to publish their games. Student-created games will be available on a password protected website to share with friends and family. You’ll work in pairs or teams for most of the program.

Ages 8-10 Half Day Camp - Discover how to code in the Lua language, while playing and designing worlds in ROBLOX®, an online universe where you can create anything you dream of. This new class combines game design concepts, coding and fun! Young entrepreneurs will also learn how to navigate ROBLOX’s fast-growing marketplace to publish their games. Student-created games will be available on a password protected website to share with friends and family. You’ll work in pairs or teams for most of the program.

Ages 13-17 Half Day Camp - There’s a story inside you just waiting to come out. At Storytelling Camp, you’ll learn how to choose stories from your own experiences and tell them in a way that will engage any audience. You will learn to re-tell stories you already know in a way that makes them your own. You will create props and story maps that will make your stories compelling and entertaining. You’ll also learn some of the amazing history of storytelling and folklore. You will practice self-expression and build your self-confidence by telling stories. You will do hands-on activities like making journey sticks. At the end of camp, there’s a big storytelling event for campers and families. 

You will learn about therapeutic drug monitoring as well as common drugs of abuse. You will study common methods for analysis to determine circulating concentrations as well as to assess and report valid results.

Prerequisites: IMMU 183

For additional information, please email Flexible.Learning@saskpolytech.ca.

You will participate in activities to move and position clients/objects in health care settings using minimal physical effort and maximizing the use of mechanical aids and equipment. The course focuses on client/caregiver safety. Upon successfully completing the course, you will receive a Transferring, Lifting, Repositioning (TLR) re-evaluation wallet card.
Prerequisites: Proof of current TLR Certification; certificate must be presented to the instructor at the beginning of class. If TLR Certification has expired you must take the full TLR course.

For additional information, please email Flexible.Learning@saskpolytech.ca.

This course gives an overview of the Transfusion Science knowledge required by an entry level MLT.  This course provides a review of blood group systems and the procedures used to detect and identify antigens and antibodies. You will revisit the theory required to diagnose, treat and prevent hemolytic disease of the fetus and newborn, and diagnose and treat autoimmune hemolytic anemias. Also covered is the theory needed to provide compatible products for transfusion and investigate adverse effects of transfusion. Open to previous CSMLS certified MLTs and/or recommended to take this course by the CSMLS as part of a Learning Plan.

This course is open for registration from September - May. Email evidence of previous CSMLS certification and/or CSMLS Learning Plan documentation to Amber.Odell@saskpolytech.ca to register.

Ages 11-14 Half Day Camp - Embark on an EPIC adventure in virtual reality! In this cutting-edge class, you’ll learn the foundations of VR design by creating your own virtual world, exploring simulated environments and crafting memorable 3D experiences. At the end of the week, take home your first cardboard VR headset to show friends and family the new worlds you’ve created. VR projects can be viewed on a website or a mobile device. Students will work in pairs or teams. VR projects will be available on a password protected website to share with friends and family.

NOTE: Students do not need a mobile device to take the class, but will need access to an Android or Apple mobile device to use the VR headset.

Ages 8-10 Half Day Camp - Embark on an EPIC adventure in virtual reality! In this cutting-edge class, you’ll learn the foundations of VR design by creating your own virtual world, exploring simulated environments and crafting memorable 3D experiences. At the end of the week, take home your first cardboard VR headset to show friends and family the new worlds you’ve created. VR projects can be viewed on a website or a mobile device. Students will work in pairs or teams. VR projects will be available on a password protected website to share with friends and family.

Note: Students do not need a mobile device to take the class, but will need access to an Android or Apple mobile device to use the VR headset.

This hands-on career exploration workshop for women 15 years of age and up offers an introduction to a variety of basic trade skills. Each workshop is led by a female trades professional and course content includes basic skills in: Electrical - learn how to wire a light, a switch, and an electrical outlet; Plumbing - learn how to solder, install a faucet and toilet, and basic furnace and hot water heater maintenance. CSA approved steel toed safety boots are required for this workshop. For more information, contact Tammie Pawlust at tammie.pawlust@saskpolytech.ca or 306-765-1916.

This hands-on career exploration workshop for women 15 years of age and up offers an introduction to a variety of basic trade skills. Each workshop is led by a female trades professional and course content includes basic skills in: Electrical - learn how to wire a light, a switch, and an electrical outlet; Plumbing - learn how to solder, install a faucet and toilet, and basic furnace and hot water heater maintenance. CSA approved steel toed safety boots are required for this workshop. For more information, contact Tammie Pawlust at tammie.pawlust@saskpolytech.ca or 306-765-1916.

Ages 12-15 Half Day Camp - Do you like to build things? Well, here’s your chance to develop real-world carpentry skills. Camp starts with a carpentry shop orientation and introduction to shop safety. Next, you’ll pick one of two projects. With the guidance of Sask Polytech carpentry program graduates, you’ll build your project from start to finish. At the end of the week, you can take it home and proudly show it off to family.

Ages 7-11 Half Day Camp - Do you like to build things? Well, here’s your chance to develop real-world carpentry skills. Camp starts with a carpentry shop orientation and introduction to shop safety. Next, you’ll pick one of two projects. With the guidance of Sask Polytech carpentry program graduates, you’ll build your project from start to finish. At the end of the week, you can take it home and proudly show it off to family.