Labour and Advanced Education:
Apprenticeship Registration and Certification |
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| Who needs apprenticeship registration and/or certification? |
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In Nova Scotia, there are more than 65 trades that are designated under the Apprenticeship and Trades Qualifications Act. Of these trades, a number are specified as compulsory certified. For a complete list of designated and compulsory certified trades in Nova Scotia, please visit the Nova Scotia Apprenticeship Agency’s website.
To work in a compulsory certified trade, a certificate, temporary work permit or apprentice status is required. In non-compulsory trades, certification is not required. However, having it may assist you in securing employment. |
| Issuing Department / Agency: |
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N.S. Department of Labour and Advanced Education,
Nova Scotia Apprenticeship Agency |
| Where can you get more information? |
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Website: http://nsapprenticeship.ca |
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Phone Local: 902-424-5651 |
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Toll-free number: 1-800-494-5651 (valid in Nova Scotia) |
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In Person: For contact information, please visit the Nova Scotia Apprenticeship Agency.
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| Application Forms & Process: |
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Please contact the Nova Scotia Apprenticeship Agency and ask to speak to the Training Officer for your trade/region. |
| Waiting Period: |
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Varies
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| Expiry & Renewal: |
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For compulsory certified trades, certification is valid for five years and is renewable. |
| Price: (HST is included) |
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Please contact the Nova Scotia Apprenticeship Agency for information about fees.
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| Related Requirements: |
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If an individual from another jurisdiction within Canada has a certificate in one of Nova Scotia’s designated trades and wishes to work in Nova Scotia, they may visit Nova Scotia Apprenticeship Agency's website for information. |
| Additional Information: |
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For more information about registering as an apprentice or obtaining certification in one of Nova Scotia's designated trades, please visit the Nova Scotia Apprenticeship Agency's website.
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| Legislative Authority: |
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Apprenticeship and Trades Qualifications Act and General Regulations
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