How to Become a Plumber 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 takes place.

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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. A temporary permit allows individuals to continue to work in the trade while the registration process takes place.”

   nsapprenticeship.ca/register-apprentice
2. Submit forms and documentation

   Complete, sign and submit an application package to the Nova Scotia Apprenticeship Agency, including an apprenticeship agreement, 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. Arrange a meeting

   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 agreement

   The Industry Training Consultant has the employer and apprentice sign the form, which is returned to the Apprenticeship office for the Director or Designate's signature.

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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 agreement and logbook

   Once the Agency Director or Designate signs the agreement, the Agency sends a signed copy to the apprentice and employer, along with a logbook and a Nova Scotia Apprentice ID Card.

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   “An Agency Director/Designate will sign the agreement; The Agency will forward a signed copy of the agreement to the apprentice and employer; and 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 step without a listed fee

1. Challenge the trade qualifier exam

   If you already have experience, whether gained in Canada or internationally, you may be able to challenge the trade qualifier exam and become certified.

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   “If you already have experience – whether in Canada or internationally – you may be able to challenge the trade qualifier exam and become certified.”

   nsapprenticeship.ca/get-started/discover-trades/plumber

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