Become Certified
Recognized Trade Certificates
If you hold a recognized trade certificate, you are eligible to work in Alberta without additional exams, training, or registration.
Is Your Certificate Recognized?
Use the search tool below to see if your trade certificate is recognized in Alberta, if it was issued by:
- another Canadian province or territory,
- a country outside Canada, or
- the Department of National Defence – Canada (DND)
📞 If you're unsure, contact us for assistance.
Alberta Credentials
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| Credential Name | Notes |
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Alberta Journeyman Certificate
Issue Authority: Alberta Apprenticeship and Industry Training |
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Alberta Qualification Certificate
Issue Authority: Alberta Apprenticeship and Industry Training |
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Verifying a Trade Certificate
Employers who have questions about a trade certificate should verify them through the issuing jurisdiction.
Recommended Steps:
- Get the certificate holder’s written permission to request verification.
- Confirm their legal name (spelled correctly) and date of birth.
- Photocopy both sides of the certificate.
- Fax the information to the issuing province or territory and request official verification.
If the issuing province or territory informs you the certificate does not appear to be authentic, contact us.