Power System Electrician Licence: Moving from Northwest Territories to Alberta
The short answer
Extra steps
Power system electricians trained in other provinces can work in Alberta if they hold a certificate or license recognized by Alberta, and under the Recognized Credentials Program they must submit their recognized trade 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/046
Both provinces
| Licensed in Northwest Territories | Moving to Alberta | |
|---|---|---|
| Licence status | Certification required | Voluntary certification |
| Regulator | Apprenticeship, Trades and Occupations | Alberta Apprenticeship and Industry Training |
| Guide | Power system electrician in Northwest Territories | Power system electrician 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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