How to Become a Construction Electrician in Nova Scotia

• 5 steps without a listed fee

1. Obtain a temporary permit

   If you are working in a compulsory certified trade, contact the nearest apprenticeship office and speak with an Industry Training Consultant about getting a temporary permit so you can keep working while registration happens.

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   “If you are currently working in one of the compulsory certified trades, contact the apprenticeship office nearest you and ask to speak with an Industry Training Consultant about how to obtain a temporary permit.”

   nsapprenticeship.ca/register-apprentice
2. Submit the application package

   Complete, sign and submit an application package with your employer, including proof of previous trades training and proof of previous work experience.

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   “Once a potential apprentice and an employer decide to enter into an apprenticeship agreement, an application package must be completed, signed and submitted to the Nova Scotia Apprenticeship Agency.”

   nsapprenticeship.ca/register-apprentice
3. Meet the Industry Training Consultant

   After submitting the complete application package, contact the Industry Training Consultant for your trade and region to arrange a meeting with the consultant, the employer and the apprentice.

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   “After you've submitted the complete application package to the Nova Scotia Apprenticeship Agency, please contact the Industry Training Consultant for your trade/region to arrange a meeting with the Consultant, the employer and the apprentice.”

   nsapprenticeship.ca/register-apprentice
4. Sign the apprenticeship agreement

   The consultant has the employer and apprentice sign the agreement form, which is then signed by an Agency Director or Designate and returned to the apprentice and employer.

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   “The Industry Training Consultant will then have the employer and apprentice sign the form, and will return the form to the Apprenticeship office for the Director/Designate's signature.”

   nsapprenticeship.ca/register-apprentice
5. Receive logbook and ID card

   Once the agreement is signed, the Agency sends the apprentice a signed copy of the agreement, a logbook and a Nova Scotia Apprentice ID Card.

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   “The Agency will forward a logbook and a Nova Scotia Apprentice ID Card to the apprentice.”

   nsapprenticeship.ca/register-apprentice

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1. Carry your apprentice ID card

   If you are an apprentice from another province or territory working temporarily in Nova Scotia, make sure you carry your apprentice ID card.

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   “If you are an Out-of-province/territory apprentice planning to work TEMPORARILY in Nova Scotia: Make sure you carry your apprentice ID card.”

   nsapprenticeship.ca/get-started/labour-mobility/apprentice-mobility

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• Listed one-time fees: $350
• 1 step without a listed fee

1. Apply for trade qualification

   Apply under the Trade Qualification Program for approval to write the certification examination.

   • Trade Qualifier fee: $350
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     “The new Trade Qualifier fee of $350 includes the examination fee.”

     nsapprenticeship.ca/agency/news-events/reduction-trade-qualifier-fees
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   “To apply under the Trade Qualification Program for approval to write the certification examination:”

   nsapprenticeship.ca/tradespersons/trade-qualifiers-military
2. Pass the certification examination

   Challenge and pass the certification examination with a mark of 70% or greater to receive a Certificate of Qualification.

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   “To receive a Certificate of Qualification in a trade in Nova Scotia, an individual must challenge and pass (70% or greater) the certification examination.”

   nsapprenticeship.ca/tradespersons/trade-qualifiers-military

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