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Compulsory Certification Trades

To perform restricted activities in one the trades listed below, you must:

A B C E G H I M P R S W

Classroom Instruction
These trades have an associated apprenticeship education program.
 
Red Seal
Red Seal endorsement is available in these trades.
 
Compulsory
Journeyperson certification or registration as an apprentice is compulsory to perform restricted activities in these trades.

A

Appliance Service Technician

   

Appliance Service Technician - Commercial Appliance Service Technician

   

Auto Body Technician

   

Auto Body Technician - Auto Body Prepper

   

Auto Body Technician - Auto Body Refinisher

   

Auto Body Technician - Auto Body Repairer

   

Automotive Service Technician

   
Classroom Instruction
These trades have an associated apprenticeship education program.
 
Red Seal
Red Seal endorsement is available in these trades.
 
Compulsory
Journeyperson certification or registration as an apprentice is compulsory to perform restricted activities in these trades.

B

Barber

   

Boilermaker

   
Classroom Instruction
These trades have an associated apprenticeship education program.
 
Red Seal
Red Seal endorsement is available in these trades.
 
Compulsory
Journeyperson certification or registration as an apprentice is compulsory to perform restricted activities in these trades.

C

Crane and Hoisting Equipment Operator - Boom Truck

   

Crane and Hoisting Equipment Operator - Mobile Crane

   

Crane and Hoisting Equipment Operator - Tower Crane

   

Crane and Hoisting Equipment Operator - Wellhead Boom Truck

   
Classroom Instruction
These trades have an associated apprenticeship education program.
 
Red Seal
Red Seal endorsement is available in these trades.
 
Compulsory
Journeyperson certification or registration as an apprentice is compulsory to perform restricted activities in these trades.

E

Electrician

   

Elevator Constructor

   
Classroom Instruction
These trades have an associated apprenticeship education program.
 
Red Seal
Red Seal endorsement is available in these trades.
 
Compulsory
Journeyperson certification or registration as an apprentice is compulsory to perform restricted activities in these trades.

G

Gasfitter - Class A

   

Gasfitter - Class B

   
Classroom Instruction
These trades have an associated apprenticeship education program.
 
Red Seal
Red Seal endorsement is available in these trades.
 
Compulsory
Journeyperson certification or registration as an apprentice is compulsory to perform restricted activities in these trades.

H

Hairstylist

   

Heavy Equipment Technician

   

Heavy Equipment Technician - Heavy Duty Equipment Mechanic (Off Road)

   

Heavy Equipment Technician - Transport Trailer Mechanic

   

Heavy Equipment Technician - Truck and Transport Mechanic

   
Classroom Instruction
These trades have an associated apprenticeship education program.
 
Red Seal
Red Seal endorsement is available in these trades.
 
Compulsory
Journeyperson certification or registration as an apprentice is compulsory to perform restricted activities in these trades.

I

Ironworker

   

Ironworker (Metal Building Systems Erector)

   

Ironworker (Reinforcing)

   

Ironworker (Structural/Ornamental)

   
Classroom Instruction
These trades have an associated apprenticeship education program.
 
Red Seal
Red Seal endorsement is available in these trades.
 
Compulsory
Journeyperson certification or registration as an apprentice is compulsory to perform restricted activities in these trades.

M

Motorcycle Mechanic

   
Classroom Instruction
These trades have an associated apprenticeship education program.
 
Red Seal
Red Seal endorsement is available in these trades.
 
Compulsory
Journeyperson certification or registration as an apprentice is compulsory to perform restricted activities in these trades.

P

Plumber

   
Classroom Instruction
These trades have an associated apprenticeship education program.
 
Red Seal
Red Seal endorsement is available in these trades.
 
Compulsory
Journeyperson certification or registration as an apprentice is compulsory to perform restricted activities in these trades.

R

Recreation Vehicle Service Technician

   

Refrigeration and Air Conditioning Mechanic

   
Classroom Instruction
These trades have an associated apprenticeship education program.
 
Red Seal
Red Seal endorsement is available in these trades.
 
Compulsory
Journeyperson certification or registration as an apprentice is compulsory to perform restricted activities in these trades.

S

Sheet Metal Worker

   

Steamfitter-Pipefitter

   
Classroom Instruction
These trades have an associated apprenticeship education program.
 
Red Seal
Red Seal endorsement is available in these trades.
 
Compulsory
Journeyperson certification or registration as an apprentice is compulsory to perform restricted activities in these trades.

W

Welder

   

Welder - Wire Process Operator