How to Become a Recreation Vehicle Service Technician in Alberta
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Certification required
Recreation vehicle service technician is a compulsory trade in Alberta. You need a certificate, or registration as an apprentice, to work in the trade.
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“Under Alberta’s Skilled Trades and Apprenticeship Education Act [pdf], you must have a certificate that is recognized by Alberta Apprenticeship and Industry Training or be a registered apprentice to install, repair and maintain interior and exterior components on motor homes, travel trailers, fifth wheel trailers, truck campers, tent trailers or van conversions in Alberta.”
From alis.alberta.ca/occinfo/certifications-in-alberta/recreation-vehicl..., checked October 11, 2026.
At a glance
- Licence status
- Certification required See the source
- Routes
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- Trained in Canada: 5 steps
- Licensed in another province: 1 step
- Annual fees
- Not stated by the regulator Check with Alberta Apprenticeship and Industry Training
Your roadmap
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Trained in Canada
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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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Apprentices must find suitable employers who are willing to hire and train apprentices.
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“Apprentices must find suitable employers who are willing to hire and train apprentices.”
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The apprenticeship term is 3 years (12-month periods) that include a minimum of 1,600 hours of on-the-job training and 8 weeks of classroom instruction each year.
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“The term of apprenticeship in Alberta is 3 years (12-month periods) that include a minimum of 1,600 hours of on-the-job training and 8 weeks of classroom instruction each year.”
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A theory exam is required to complete each period of the apprenticeship program.
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“Theory exam required to complete each period”
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There is a Red Seal exam option in the final period of the program.
Listed fees for this route
No one-time fees listed by the regulator for these steps Check with Alberta Apprenticeship and Industry Training
5 steps without a listed fee, so the total may not be the full cost.
Licensed in another province
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You submit a copy of a recognized trade certificate from outside Alberta.
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“Submit a copy of a recognized trade certificate from outside Alberta.”
tradesecrets.alberta.ca/trades-in-alberta/profiles/0452
Listed fees for this route
No one-time fees listed by the regulator for these steps Check with Alberta Apprenticeship and Industry Training
1 step without a listed fee, so the total may not be the full cost.
Requirements
Experience
Applicants to the Work Experience Program must complete 54 months and 6750 hours of verifiable Recreation Vehicle Service Technician work experience.
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“Complete 54 months and 6750 hours of verifiable Recreation Vehicle Service Technician work experience.”
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Other
Applicants to the Work Experience Program must provide an Employer Declaration Letter (EDL).
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“Provide an Employer Declaration Letter (EDL).”
tradesecrets.alberta.ca/trades-in-alberta/profiles/0452
Already licensed in another province?
Extra steps
Someone holding a recognized trade certificate from outside Alberta must submit the certificate and pass a theory exam to qualify for Alberta certification. Source
“1. Submit a copy of a recognized trade certificate from outside Alberta. 2. Pass a theory exam.”
tradesecrets.alberta.ca/trades-in-alberta/profiles/0452
Submit recognized trade certificate
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“Submit a copy of a recognized trade certificate from outside Alberta.”
tradesecrets.alberta.ca/trades-in-alberta/profiles/0452
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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Red Seal exam
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 | $21.74 | $29.44 | $39.09 | Good (4 of 5) |
| Canada | $20.00 | $30.00 | $40.00 | — |
Recreation vehicle service technicians in other provinces and territories
- British Columbia Voluntary certification
- Saskatchewan Voluntary certification
- Manitoba Certification required
- Ontario Voluntary certification
- Quebec Voluntary certification
- New Brunswick Voluntary certification
- Nova Scotia Voluntary certification
- Prince Edward Island Voluntary certification
- Newfoundland and Labrador Voluntary certification
- Yukon Voluntary certification
- Northwest Territories Not confirmed yet
- Nunavut Not confirmed yet
Compare recreation vehicle service technician licensing across Canada
Sources checked
- Recreation Vehicle Service Technician: Certifications in Alberta - alis alis.alberta.ca/occinfo/certifications-in-alberta/recreation-vehicl... · fetched October 8, 2026
- Tradesecrets - Recreation Vehicle Service Technician tradesecrets.alberta.ca/trades-in-alberta/profiles/0452 · fetched October 10, 2026
- Tradesecrets - About Designated Trades tradesecrets.alberta.ca/trades-in-alberta/about-designated-trades · fetched October 9, 2026
Frequently asked questions
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Do you need a licence to work as a recreation vehicle service technician in Alberta?
Yes. Certification, or registration as an apprentice, is required to work in the trade in Alberta. Certification is managed by Alberta Apprenticeship and Industry Training.
Which exams are required?
Theory exam, Red Seal exam.
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