Aspiring health-care workers in the Central Plains region will soon be able to train in Treherne through a program delivered by RRC Polytech.
There are 25 seats available in the Polytech's six-month Health Care Aide program, which begins Jan. 26, 2026, and will be run as a dual credit offering providing grade 12 students from local high schools with an opportunity to get a head start on their careers.
The initiative is made possible through a partnership with Prairie Mountain Health, Southern Health-Santé Sud, and Norfolk Treherne Community Development Corporation, one that aims to address the growing need for skilled health-care professionals in the region.
The collaborative effort reflects a shared commitment to strengthening rural health care and creating accessible education pathways for Manitobans.
"This program is a true example of what can be achieved through partnership," says Guy Moffat, Manager of RRC Polytech's Portage Campus.
"Together with [these agencies], we're creating opportunities that benefit both individuals and the broader community."
Also offered in Winnipeg, Portage la Prairie, Steinbach, Winkler and Arborg, the Polytech's Health Care Aide program combines classroom instruction with hands-on experience, preparing students to provide compassionate, high-quality care in a variety of settings.
"Southern Health-Santé Sud is proud to collaborate with RRC Polytech and our community partners to bring this vital training opportunity to the region," says Kathryn Reimer, Manager, Recruitment and Retention. "By investing in local talent, we're not only supporting our health-care system but also empowering individuals to build meaningful careers close to home."
To help prospective students learn more about the program, RRC Polytech will host a series of information sessions this fall in Treherne, Glendora and Notre Dame de Lourdes. Dates and locations for the sessions will be announced in the coming weeks.
For more information or to express interest in attending, visit rrc.ca/portage/programs.
