Centre de formation professionnelle Alma is a vocational training centre in Alma, Quebec, part of the Centre de services scolaire du Lac-Saint-Jean.
Centre de formation professionnelle Alma is part of the Centre de services scolaire du Lac-Saint-Jean. It is located at 1550, boul. Auger Ouest, Alma (Québec) G8C 1H8. The college describes its programs as quality training focused on labour market needs in a human environment.
The college offers more than 15 professional training programs (DEP) in 8 fields of activity, ranging from health to metallurgy, digital arts and aesthetic care. It also offers a free SARCA service to help people make an informed choice about their project. Students are invited each year to take part in various contests or apply for study bursaries.
The college's pavilions include Pavillon Auger, Pavillon Bégin and Pavillon de la santé Marie-Hélène Côté. All pavilions have a cafeteria with healthy menus, and microwaves are available to students. Students can use the fitness room at Pavillon Bégin, which is free of charge.
A student council of about fifteen students, elected by their peers, and three teaching staff members run student life at the centre. The council meets once a week and represents all students with the administration. The secretariat is open Monday to Friday, 8 a.m. to 12 p.m. and 1 p.m. to 4 p.m.
Quebec students can apply online through AdmissionFP or be selected by quota (contingentement). International students apply through Destination Formation Québec. Applicants may also seek recognition of prior learning and competencies (RAC).