Lethbridge College applying to become a polytechnic, U of L open to playing greater role in health training
LETHBRIDGE, AB – Lethbridge’s two largest post-secondary institutions look to grow and evolve.
Lethbridge College (LC) has asked the Ministry of Advanced Education to consider changing its designation from a Comprehensive Community College to a Polytechnic.
Polytechnics Canada defines a polytechnic as an institution of higher education, providing technical, applied, hands-on learning. These schools offer applied degrees, diplomas, certificates, and apprenticeship training, fueling business innovation with applied research expertise.
LC Board Chair Mike Marcotte tells LNN that changing the designation would not result in many significant differences from what the college is today as they already offer much of what polytechnics do.