How to Become a Truck and Transport Mechanic in Nova Scotia

• 6 steps without a listed fee

1. Start working with a journeyperson

   Begin working with a certified journeyperson and start your apprenticeship right away, with no experience needed.

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   “Start working with a certified journeyperson and begin your apprenticeship right away - no experience needed.”

   nsapprenticeship.ca/get-started/discover-trades/truck-and-transport...
2. Obtain a temporary permit

   If you are working in a compulsory certified trade, contact the nearest apprenticeship office and ask to speak with an Industry Training Consultant about obtaining 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.”

   nsapprenticeship.ca/register-apprentice
3. Submit application package

   Complete, sign and submit an application package to the Nova Scotia Apprenticeship Agency, 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
4. 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
5. Sign the apprenticeship agreement

   The Industry Training Consultant has the employer and apprentice sign the agreement 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
6. Receive agreement and logbook

   The Agency signs the agreement, sends a signed copy to the apprentice and employer, and forwards a logbook and a Nova Scotia Apprentice ID Card to the apprentice.

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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. Apply as a Trade Qualifier

   Apply under the Trade Qualification Program for approval to write the certification examination if you have significant experience working in the trade.

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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. Challenge and pass the exam

   Challenge and pass the certification examination with a score 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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