How to Become a Bricklayer in Alberta
Do you need certification?
Certification is voluntary
Bricklayer is a voluntary trade in Alberta. You can work in the trade without a certificate.
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“3-Period Apprenticeship Program Optional Certification”
From tradesecrets.alberta.ca/trades-in-alberta/profiles/001, checked October 11, 2026.
At a glance
- Licence status
- Voluntary certification See the source
- Routes
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- Trained in Canada: 6 steps, listed one-time fees $150
- Licensed in another province: 2 steps, listed one-time fees $210
- Trained outside Canada: 2 steps, listed one-time fees $210
- Annual fees
- Not stated by the regulator Check with Alberta Apprenticeship and Industry Training
Your roadmap
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Trained in Canada
0 of 6 done
- Listed one-time fees: $150
- 5 steps without a listed fee
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If you are new to the trade, you register as an apprentice to begin learning and working toward your Journeyperson Certificate.
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“If you are new to the trade, register as an apprentice to begin learning and working toward your Journeyperson Certificate.”
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Before enrolling in classes as a registered apprentice, you must meet the entrance requirements, which include specific high school courses you must have passed.
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“Before you enroll in classes as a registered apprentice, you'll need to meet the entrance requirements.”
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If you have not passed the required high school courses, you can take an entrance exam to show you are ready, and you cannot register for classroom instruction until you pass.
- Entrance exam fee: $150
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“There is a $150 fee for writing an entrance exam.”
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“You won't be able to register for classroom instruction until you pass.”
tradesecrets.alberta.ca/apprentice-services/prepare-for-an-exam/ent... - Entrance exam fee: $150
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You attend classroom instruction as part of the apprenticeship education program.
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“You must meet them before you enroll in your first period classroom instruction.”
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You must pass a theory exam to complete each period of the apprenticeship program.
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“- Theory exam required to complete each period”
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In the final period, apprentices have the option to write the Red Seal exam.
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“- Red Seal exam option in final period”
tradesecrets.alberta.ca/trades-in-alberta/profiles/001
Listed fees for this route
One-time total listed: $150
| Fee type | Amount | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Exams | $150 | 100% |
| One-time total | $150 | 100% |
5 steps without a listed fee, so the total may not be the full cost.
Licensed in another province
0 of 2 done
- Listed one-time fees: $210
- 1 step without a listed fee
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You submit a copy of a recognized trade certificate from outside Alberta.
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“1. Submit a copy of a recognized trade certificate from outside Alberta.”
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You pass a practical exam, which costs $210.00.
- Practical exam fee: $210
Listed fees for this route
One-time total listed: $210
| Fee type | Amount | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Exams | $210 | 100% |
| One-time total | $210 | 100% |
1 step without a listed fee, so the total may not be the full cost.
Trained outside Canada
0 of 2 done
- Listed one-time fees: $210
- 1 step without a listed fee
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You complete 54 months and 7200 hours of verifiable Bricklayer work experience.
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“1. Complete 54 months and 7200 hours of verifiable Bricklayer work experience.”
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You pass a practical exam, which costs $210.00.
- Practical exam fee: $210
Listed fees for this route
One-time total listed: $210
| Fee type | Amount | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Exams | $210 | 100% |
| One-time total | $210 | 100% |
1 step without a listed fee, so the total may not be the full cost.
Requirements
Education
Apprentices must meet entrance requirements that include specific high school courses they must have passed before enrolling in classroom instruction.
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“Entrance requirements include specific high school courses that you must have passed.”
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Experience
Applicants to the Trades Qualifier Work Experience Program must complete 54 months and 7200 hours of verifiable Bricklayer work experience.
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“1. Complete 54 months and 7200 hours of verifiable Bricklayer work experience.”
tradesecrets.alberta.ca/trades-in-alberta/profiles/001
Already licensed in another province?
Extra steps
Bricklayers trained in other provinces can work in Alberta if they hold a certificate or licence recognized by Alberta, and otherwise must qualify through the Recognized Credentials Program by submitting their certificate and passing theory and practical exams. Source
“Bricklayers trained in other provinces and territories can work in Alberta if they hold a certificate or license recognized by Alberta or have the skills and knowledge expected of a journeyperson certified in Alberta.”
alis.alberta.ca/occinfo/certifications-in-alberta/bricklayer
Hold recognized certificate
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“Bricklayers trained in other provinces and territories can work in Alberta if they hold a certificate or license recognized by Alberta or have the skills and knowledge expected of a journeyperson certified in Alberta.”
alis.alberta.ca/occinfo/certifications-in-alberta/bricklayerSubmit certificate and pass exams
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“1. Submit a copy of a recognized trade certificate from outside Alberta. 2. Pass a theory exam. 3. Pass a practical exam ($210.00).”
tradesecrets.alberta.ca/trades-in-alberta/profiles/001
Processing time: Not stated by the regulator Check with Alberta Apprenticeship and Industry Training
Credential assessment
Not stated by the regulator Check with Alberta Apprenticeship and Industry Training
Exams
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Theory exam
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“- Theory exam required to complete each period”
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Practical exam
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Entrance exam
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“There is a $150 fee for writing an entrance exam.”
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Red Seal exam
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“- Red Seal exam option in final period”
tradesecrets.alberta.ca/trades-in-alberta/profiles/001
Language tests
Not stated by the regulator Check with Alberta Apprenticeship and Industry Training
Canadian experience
Not stated by the regulator Check with Alberta Apprenticeship and Industry Training
Supervised practice
Not stated by the regulator Check with Alberta Apprenticeship and Industry Training
Demand and pay
| Where | Low | Median | High | Outlook |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Alberta | $28.00 | $41.85 | $54.00 | Moderate (3 of 5) |
| Canada | $25.78 | $40.00 | $48.78 | — |
Bricklayers in other provinces and territories
- British Columbia Voluntary certification
- Saskatchewan Voluntary certification
- Manitoba Voluntary certification
- Ontario Voluntary certification
- Quebec Certification required
- New Brunswick Certification required
- Nova Scotia Certification required
- Prince Edward Island Voluntary certification
- Newfoundland and Labrador Voluntary certification
- Yukon Voluntary certification
- Northwest Territories Not confirmed yet
- Nunavut Not confirmed yet
Sources checked
- Tradesecrets - Bricklayer tradesecrets.alberta.ca/trades-in-alberta/profiles/001 · fetched October 10, 2026
- Tradesecrets - About Designated Trades tradesecrets.alberta.ca/trades-in-alberta/about-designated-trades · fetched October 9, 2026
- Tradesecrets - Meet Requirements tradesecrets.alberta.ca/get-started/become-an-apprentice/eligibilit... · fetched October 9, 2026
- Tradesecrets - Entrance Exams tradesecrets.alberta.ca/apprentice-services/prepare-for-an-exam/ent... · fetched October 9, 2026
- Bricklayer: Certifications in Alberta - alis alis.alberta.ca/occinfo/certifications-in-alberta/bricklayer · fetched October 8, 2026
Frequently asked questions
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Do you need a licence to work as a bricklayer in Alberta?
No. Certification is available, but it is not required to work in the trade in Alberta. Certification is managed by Alberta Apprenticeship and Industry Training.
Which exams are required?
Theory exam, Practical exam, Entrance exam, Red Seal exam.
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