How to Become a Roofer in Nova Scotia

• 6 steps without a listed fee

1. Find a certified journeyperson

   Start working with a certified journeyperson and begin the 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/roofer
2. Enter an apprenticeship agreement

   The potential apprentice and employer decide to enter into an apprenticeship agreement and complete, sign and submit an application package to the Nova Scotia Apprenticeship Agency.

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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. Obtain a temporary permit

   If currently working in a compulsory certified trade, contact the nearest apprenticeship office and ask an Industry Training Consultant how to obtain a temporary permit to 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
4. Submit forms and documentation

   Submit the required forms along with proof of previous trades training and proof of previous work experience such as signed employer letters.

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   “Proof of previous trades training (certificates/diplomas, transcripts) - Proof of previous work experience (employer letters should be signed and on company letterhead, and include dates of employment, number of hours of hands-on-work experience and a description of the job duties/tasks)”

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

   After submitting the complete application package, arrange a meeting with the Industry Training Consultant, the employer and the apprentice to review the program and sign the agreement form.

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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
6. Receive agreement and logbook

   An Agency Director or Designate signs the agreement, and 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

   Applicants with experience, whether gained in Canada or internationally, may challenge the trade qualifier exam to 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/roofer

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