Water Well Driller Licence: Moving from Nova Scotia to Alberta
The short answer
Extra steps
Water well drillers trained in other provinces can work in Alberta if they hold a recognized certificate or have journeyperson-level skills, and the Recognized Credentials Program requires submitting their certificate and passing a theory exam. Source
“Water well drillers and earth loop technicians trained in other provinces and territories can work in Alberta if they hold a certificate or license recognized by Alberta or have the skills and knowledge expected of a journeyperson certified in Alberta.”
alis.alberta.ca/occinfo/certifications-in-alberta/water-well-driller
Both provinces
| Licensed in Nova Scotia | Moving to Alberta | |
|---|---|---|
| Licence status | Certification required | Voluntary certification |
| Regulator | Nova Scotia Environment (Department of Environment and Climate Change) | Alberta Apprenticeship and Industry Training |
| Guide | Water well driller in Nova Scotia | Water well driller in Alberta |
Steps to transfer
Not stated by the regulator Check with Alberta Apprenticeship and Industry Training
Processing time: Not stated by the regulator Check with Alberta Apprenticeship and Industry Training
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