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Refrigeration and Air Conditioning Mechanic Licence: Moving from British Columbia to Alberta
The short answer
Extra steps
Tradespeople from other provinces can work in Alberta if they hold a recognized certificate, but under the Recognized Credentials Program they must submit their 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/014
Both provinces
| Licensed in British Columbia | Moving to Alberta | |
|---|---|---|
| Licence status | Certification required | Certification required |
| Regulator | SkilledTradesBC | Alberta Apprenticeship and Industry Training |
| Guide | Refrigeration and air conditioning mechanic in British Columbia | Refrigeration and air conditioning mechanic in Alberta |
Steps to transfer
Submit recognized trade certificate
Source
“Submit a copy of a recognized trade certificate from outside Alberta.”
tradesecrets.alberta.ca/trades-in-alberta/profiles/014
Processing time: Not stated by the regulator Check with Alberta Apprenticeship and Industry Training
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