Cook Licence: Moving from Northwest Territories to Alberta
The short answer
Extra steps
Cooks 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 the certificate and passing a theory exam. Source
“Cooks 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/cook
Both provinces
| Licensed in Northwest Territories | Moving to Alberta | |
|---|---|---|
| Licence status | Voluntary certification | Voluntary certification |
| Regulator | Apprenticeship, Trades and Occupations | Alberta Apprenticeship and Industry Training |
| Guide | Cook in Northwest Territories | Cook in Alberta |
Steps to transfer
Submit recognized certificate
Source
“1. Submit a copy of a recognized trade certificate from outside Alberta.”
tradesecrets.alberta.ca/trades-in-alberta/profiles/018
Processing time: Not stated by the regulator Check with Alberta Apprenticeship and Industry Training
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