Industrial Electrician Licence: Moving from Northwest Territories to Alberta
The short answer
Extra steps
If you hold a recognized trade certificate from outside Alberta you are authorized to work in the full scope of the trade, but to receive an Alberta Journeyperson Certificate through the Recognized Credentials Program you must submit your certificate and pass a theory exam. 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/003
Both provinces
| Licensed in Northwest Territories | Moving to Alberta | |
|---|---|---|
| Licence status | Voluntary certification | Certification required |
| Regulator | Apprenticeship, Trades and Occupations | Apprenticeship and Industry Training |
| Guide | Industrial electrician in Northwest Territories | Industrial electrician in Alberta |
Steps to transfer
Submit a recognized trade certificate
Source
“1. Submit a copy of a recognized trade certificate from outside Alberta.”
tradesecrets.alberta.ca/trades-in-alberta/profiles/003
Processing time: Not stated by the regulator Check with Apprenticeship and Industry Training
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