Cook (Professional Cook 3) (Red Seal)

Cook (Professional Cook 3)

(Red Seal)

chef in kitchen
Tourism & Hospitality Oil and Gas Mining
17-23
Red Seal
CreativeExpressivePreciseVisual
  • How to order, organize and store food safely  
  • How to prepare and cook with a wide variety of ingredients  
  • How to experiment with different flavours and cuisines 
  • How to create dishes and plan menus 
  • How to prepare food for all sorts of customers, occasions and events 

Cooks create the delicious dishes we have come to expect at restaurants. They aren’t afraid of fast-paced work—taking on the challenge of turning raw ingredients into wonderful creations.

As a Cook, you’re an artisan of food, taking dishes from concept to preparation and delivery. You’re an attentive individual, looking out for high standards in every meal you create, while showing your signature style.  

You’ll be able to multi-task, shining when faced with the adrenaline rush of a tight deadline. This may be as part of a team in a small kitchen or as the lead at a large station.

6.00
2.00
Training Hours
3000
True

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Note: A VALID FOODSAFE Level 1 Certification or equivalent is a pre-requisite to challenge this certification.

 

Professional Cook 3 Indigenous Content (PC3IC)

The Professional Cook 3 Indigenous Content (PC3IC) program outline was developed to introduce Indigenous culture through food gathering and preparation, and to bring back traditional knowledge. This program was designed so that apprentices can complete the level of apprenticeship training while learning the Indigenous culture from their specific area.

It is important to note that with respect to cultural and regional differences, Indigenous content may be adapted, but only with the recipes or regional ingredients.  The context of the Indigenous content in the program outline must be followed as set forth.

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Practical Assessment Information

  • As of January 1, 2020, all training providers are expected to use updated Practical Assessment documents that are dated January 2020; all previous documents are no longer relevant.

  • Details of the assessment criteria are contained within the Cook Assessment General Information package. Candidates can view the practical assessment preparation package for Menu A, Menu B, and Menu C.

  • Please note that there is a fee attached to the practical assessment for challengers and re-assessment for apprentices which is set by the training provider conducting the assessment and may range between $350-$500. A list of assessment venues is sent to you with your approval to challenge.

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Occupational Description

Cooks perform all phases of kitchen activities including the preparation and presentation of vegetables, soups, sauces, meat, cold kitchen items, desserts, baking and pastry. They have extensive knowledge of safety, sanitation and food storage, they handle basic menu planning and costing, and they help handle customer relations. 

A Professional Cook 3 will have met all of the requirements of the national Red Seal standard for Cook. They usually work under limited supervision and will be competent at the major techniques and principles used in cooking, baking, and other aspects of food preparation. In addition to a sound set of cooking skills, a professional cook at this level should be able to plan and cost menus and recipes, and have an understanding of the communication skills that will be necessary to begin to take a leadership role in the kitchen. 

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Interprovincial Red Seal Exam

 

Updates:

  • June 2022: Program Update (2019 Red Seal Occupational Standard (RSOS))
  • A Comparative Analysis detailing changes between the 2011 National Occupational Analysis (NOA), the 2015 NOA, and the 2019 RSOS can be found here.

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trade

If you have significant work experience in a trade but have never been certified in Canada, you may apply to challenge the certification. Learn more about How to Challenge a Skilled Trade.

OR

If you sponsor apprentices but have never been certified in Canada, you may request to supervise and sign-off apprentices when they are ready to be certified. Please refer to the application form on whether this trade qualifies.

  • Active listening and monitoring 
  • Coordination and time management 
  • Menu planning, ordering and inventory 
  • Cost management and front-of-house procedures 
  • Preparing stocks, soups, sauces, meats, baked goods, desserts and beverages 
Certification challenge only trade
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To get certified, you will need to sign up for technical training at an approved training provider in addition to on-the-job training. 

Visit Trades Training BC and EducationPlannerBC for a comprehensive list of what programs are available in your trade at public and non-public schools. 

For a list of all approved non-public training providers, visit this page.

Parts Technician (Red Seal)

Parts Technician

(Red Seal)

partsperson parts technician
Manufacturing Construction Mining Aerospace Transportation & Transit Forestry Mining
18-45
Red Seal
AnalyticalCoordinatedResourcefulSystematic
  • How to follow proper health and safety requirements 
  • How to communicate effectively 
  • How to identify parts 
  • How to merchandise parts 
  • How to use equipment and procedures to handle materials  

A Parts Technician enjoys using their strong systematic and analytical skills to oversee the many intricate procedures involved in ordering, warehousing and maintaining inventory control.  

As a Parts Technician, you’re an organized person well-suited to overseeing the complex systems that ensure businesses properly order, track and store the various parts and supplies they need. 

You’re a team player who works with retail service staff, sales staff and service technicians, who rely on your expertise to ensure they can properly manage the supply of parts and materials. 

3.00
1.00
Training Hours
1770
False

For more information regarding the other levels in this progressive trade, please refer to the following program pages:

Program Updates

  • June 2023: Program Update (Harmonization Implementation)

  • November 2022: A new Program Outline and Program Profile will be implemented on August 1, 2023. Please see OPSN 2022 026 for details.

  • OPSN Archives

Harmonized Program

information & resources

In effect starting August 1, 2023

Program Profile

Occupational Description

A "Parts Technician" is involved in ordering, warehousing, maintaining inventory control and sales of parts. They are responsible for identifying parts and equipment, searching for parts, shipping and receiving parts, providing customer service and advice, and maintaining records. 

A Parts Technician works in various industries such as automotive service, commercial transport, heavy duty equipment, small engine repair, aeronautics, agricultural equipment, marine equipment, the mining sector, and the forestry sector. The work environment for Parts Technicians is generally indoors in a warehouse and/or at a service counter. Some parts people may perform deliveries of parts to their customers. Parts Technicians generally work in teams that include retail service staff, sales staff, and service technicians.

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Interprovincial Exam Information

Updates:

  • October 2023: Program Update (IP Exams aligned to 2020 Red Seal Occupational Standards (RSOS)). A Comparative Analysis detailing changes between the 2015 National Occupational Analysis (NOA) and 2020 RSOS can be found here.

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trade

If you have significant work experience in a trade but have never been certified in Canada, you may apply to challenge the certification. Learn more about How to Challenge a Skilled Trade.

OR

If you sponsor apprentices but have never been certified in Canada, you may request to supervise and sign-off apprentices when they are ready to be certified. Please refer to the application form on whether this trade qualifies.

  • Communication 
  • Coordination 
  • Parts identification and cataloguing 
  • Health and safety procedures 
  • Materials handling techniques and equipment 
Certification challenge only trade
1

To get certified, you will need to sign up for technical training at an approved training provider in addition to on-the-job training. 

Visit Trades Training BC and EducationPlannerBC for a comprehensive list of what programs are available in your trade at public and non-public schools. 

Insulator (Heat and Frost)

Insulator

(Heat & Frost)

Oil and Gas Construction Mining
20-41
Red Seal
AthleticCollaborativeMathematicalPrecise
  • How to read and interpret drawings  
  • How to measure and cut insulation 
  • How to apply and secure insulation 
  • How to apply waterproofing and fireproofing 
  • How to remove asbestos and other materials from buildings 

Insulators are experts at handling, installing and removing insulation and other materials. They are precise and careful, as they work efficiently and safely to help protect and improve our buildings. 

As an Insulator, you’ll work with various types of insulating material. This will include reading and interpreting drawings, cutting and preparing the material, and installing it in a range of settings. 

Your role will require a collaborative mindset, as you work with others to complete tasks. You’ll also draw on your math skills and tactile nature as you place insulation into many locations.  

18.00
4.00
Training Hours
6660
False

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Occupational Description

Insulators (Heat and Frost) work with different kinds of insulating materials to prevent or reduce the passage of heat, cold, vapour, moisture, sound or fire. They read and interpret drawings and specifications to determine insulation requirements, select the amount and type of insulation to be installed, and measure and cut insulating materials to the required dimensions. They then apply, install, repair and maintain insulating materials to mechanical systems, such as piping, tanks, vessels, and HVAC systems. 

Insulators (Heat and Frost) also lay out and fabricate components on-site, or remove and/or encapsulate old insulation. Removing materials such as asbestos, ceramic fibres and lead is also part of the trade. They also spray insulating materials and install fireproofing and fire stop systems. Insulators work in commercial and industrial settings, such as gas plants, refineries, hospitals, schools, and convention centres.   

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If you sponsor apprentices but have never been certified in Canada, you may request to supervise and sign-off apprentices when they are ready to be certified. Please refer to the application form on whether this trade qualifies.

  • Coordination  
  • Critical thinking and monitoring 
  • Health and safety  
  • Insulation installation and removal  
  • Hazardous materials handling and removal 
Certification challenge only trade
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To get certified, you will need to sign up for technical training at an approved training provider in addition to on-the-job training. 

Visit Trades Training BC and EducationPlannerBC for a comprehensive list of what programs are available in your trade at public and non-public schools. 

For a list of all approved non-public training providers, visit this page.

Instrumentation and Control Technician

Instrumentation & 
Control Technician

Instrumentation Control Tech
Construction Forestry Oil and Gas Maritime Mining
32-46
Red Seal
AnalyticalCuriousIndependentLogicalPersistent
  • How to consult manufacturer manuals, circuit diagrams and blueprints 
  • How to test and maintain instruments used for measuring and controlling flow, level, pressure, temperature, chemical composition and other variables  
  • How to calibrate components and instruments according to manufacturer specifications  
  • How to perform scheduled preventive maintenance work and complete test and maintenance reports  
  • How to install control and measurement instruments on existing and new plant equipment and processes 

Instrumentation and Control Technicians understand what all the dials, gauges and measuring devices are on any large piece of machinery, to ensure all runs smoothly.  

As an Instrumentation and Control Technician, you’ll use your logical approach to repair, maintain, calibrate, adjust and install the dials, sensors and other instrumentation that measure and control industrial/commercial machinery.  

You’ll work anywhere that uses complicated machinery—from pulp and paper plants to power plants, mines, manufacturing companies and health services.  

40.00
4.00
Training Hours
6000
False

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  • December 2023: Program Update (IP Exams aligned to 2020 Red Seal Occupational Standards (RSOS)). A Comparative Analysis detailing changes between the 2013 NOA and 2020 RSOS can be found here.

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Trade

If you have significant work experience in a trade but have never been certified in Canada, you may apply to challenge the certification. Learn more about How to Challenge a Skilled Trade.

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If you sponsor apprentices but have never been certified in Canada, you may request to supervise and sign-off apprentices when they are ready to be certified. Please refer to the application form on whether this trade qualifies.

  • Critical thinking and troubleshooting 
  • Analytical instrumentation 
  • Measuring and indicating devices 
  • Installation and maintenance of pneumatic, hydraulic, and electronic systems 
  • Communications, networking and signal transmission systems 
Certification challenge only trade
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Visit Trades Training BC and EducationPlannerBC for a comprehensive list of what programs are available in your trade at public and non-public schools. 

Industrial Mechanic (Millwright)

Industrial Mechanic 

(Millwright)

Millwright
Manufacturing Construction Maritime Mining Forestry Aerospace
20-47
Red Seal
AnalyticalMechanicalResourcefulSystematic
  • How to read and interpret blueprints, diagrams and schematic drawings 
  • How to inspect and examine machinery and equipment for irregularities and malfunctions 
  • How to install, align, dismantle and move stationary industrial machinery and mechanical equipment such as pumps, fans, tanks, conveyors, furnaces and generators 
  • How to maintain power transmission, vacuum, hydraulic and pneumatic systems, and programmable logic controls 
  • How to clean, lubricate and perform other routine maintenance work on machinery  

Millwrights are systematic fixers whose expertise covers a wide range of tasks. In fact, their work borrows from many other trades—electricians, plumbers, machinists and mechanics—all rolled into one. 

As a Millwright, you’ll install, repair, and maintain a huge range of machinery.  

This will require a mechanical aptitude, as well as a knack for working with machinery and troubleshooting. You’ll be highly adaptable, learning the skills to work on specialized machines.  

Whether working on a broken conveyor belt or repairing a skill lift, you’ll enjoy the diversity of your job.  

28.00
4.00
Training Hours
6360
True

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Occupational Description

Industrial Mechanics, or Millwrights, install, repair, overhaul and maintain machinery and heavy mechanical equipment, such as conveyor systems, in diverse settings including repair shops, plants, construction sites, mines, logging operations, ski hills and most production and manufacturing facilities. Millwrights also perform routine maintenance activities, such as cleaning and lubricating equipment, adjusting valves and seals, and investigating breakdowns.

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If you sponsor apprentices but have never been certified in Canada, you may request to supervise and sign-off apprentices when they are ready to be certified. Please refer to the application form on whether this trade qualifies.

  • Equipment installation and maintenance 
  • Cutting, fitting and fabricating 
  • Electricity and electronics theory 
  • Use of specialized tools and equipment 
  • Knowledge of lubricants, seals, bearings, power transmissions, compressors, and pumps  
Certification challenge only trade
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To get certified, you will need to sign up for technical training at an approved training provider in addition to on-the-job training. 

Visit Trades Training BC and EducationPlannerBC for a comprehensive list of what programs are available in your trade at public and non-public schools. 

Heavy Duty Equipment Technician

Heavy Duty Equipment 

Technician

Heavy Duty Equipment Technician Mechanic
Construction Maritime Oil and Gas Mining Forestry Transportation & Transit Aerospace
24-49
Red Seal
AnalyticalCoordinatedResourcefulSystematic
  • How to adjust equipment and attach components 
  • How to test and inspect heavy equipment for faults and malfunctions 
  • How to repair and replace defective parts, components and systems 
  • How to clean, lubricate and maintain heavy equipment and attachments 

Heavy Duty Equipment Technicians are behind-the-scenes experts. They are incredibly versatile and resourceful, as they work with a wide range of equipment, making sure everything runs safely. 

As a Heavy Duty Equipment Technician, you’ll spend each day working on a range of tasks that test your analytical and mechanical skills.  

You’ll use your systematic approach to repair and maintain equipment used in a wide range of industries, from transportation to forestry, manufacturing, farming, mining and construction. This includes graders, loaders, shovels, tractors, forklifts, and more.  

28.00
4.00
Training Hours
6360
True

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In effect starting April 1, 2024

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If you sponsor apprentices but have never been certified in Canada, you may request to supervise and sign-off apprentices when they are ready to be certified. Please refer to the application form on whether this trade qualifies.

  • Repair and maintenance  
  • Troubleshooting and monitoring  
  • Coordination 
  • Machine servicing  
  • Knowledge of machine systems 
Certification challenge only trade
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To get certified, you will need to sign up for technical training at an approved training provider in addition to on-the-job training. 

Visit Trades Training BC and EducationPlannerBC for a comprehensive list of what programs are available in your trade at public and non-public schools. 

Machinist

Machinist

Machinist at work
Construction Maritime Oil and Gas Mining Forestry Transportation & Transit Aerospace
21-44
Red Seal
AthleticCollaborativeMathematicalPreciseTactile
  • How to interpret blueprints and specifications 
  • How to program and operate a wide range of tools and equipment 
  • How to make parts or products 
  • How to inspect machine parts and tools for safety and quality  
  • How to adhere to safety standards 

Machinists are the highly precise and tactile tradespeople who transform raw materials into precision parts that, when carefully combined with other components, power the machines that make nearly everything around us. 

As a Machinist, you’ll work on a machine shop or manufacturing plant floor with tools like drill presses, lathes, and grinders. You’ll learn how to interpret blueprints and perform precise machining operations.  

This role will require collaboration and math skills, as well as attention to detail as the components you create will be essential to the safe operation of a range of machines.

29.00
4.00
Training Hours
6330
False

Program Updates

 

Harmonization Progress

  • Level 1: Harmonized*, April 1 2020

  • Level 2: Harmonized*, April 1 2020

  • Level 3: Harmonized*, April 1 2021

  • Level 4: Harmonized*, September 1 2021

*Harmonized = Program stream with re-aligned content beginning in April 2020

If you are unclear as to what program you are registered in, or unclear as to which program you should be following, please contact us.

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Occupational Description

Machinists turn blocks of metal into complex, intricate parts for other products. They fit and assemble metal parts and sub-assemblies, ensuring the parts in these products meet exacting standards in size, strength and hardness. They also set up and operate all machine tools such as lathes, milling machines, saws, grinding machines, drilling and boring machines, shapers, planers, precision measuring tools, hand and power tools, and the related attachments and accessories including C.N.C. machining, selection, use and maintenance of cutting tools. 

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  • Applied mathematics 
  • Hazardous materials handling  
  • Blueprint and drawing use  
  • Use of drilling machines, power saws, laths and milling machines 
  • Planning and fabricating 
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To get certified, you will need to sign up for technical training at an approved training provider in addition to on-the-job training. 

Visit Trades Training BC and EducationPlannerBC for a comprehensive list of what programs are available in your trade at public and non-public schools. 

Refrigeration and Air Conditioning Mechanic

Refrigeration and

Air Conditioning Mechanic

Construction Maritime Mining Manufacturing
19-47
Red Seal
Skilled Trades Certification
AnalyticalCuriousIndependentLogicalPersistent
  • How to read and interpret blueprints, drawings and other specifications 
  • How to install, troubleshoot and overhaul entire heating, ventilation, air handling, refrigeration and air conditioning systems 
  • How to repair and replace parts and components for entire refrigeration, air conditioning, ventilation and heat pump systems 
  • How to measure, cut and connect piping 
  • How to prepare work estimates, work orders and inspection sheets 

Refrigeration and Air Conditioning Mechanics (RACM) are naturally logical and persistent, which serves them well as they fix heating, ventilation, air handling, refrigeration and air conditioning systems.

As a Refrigeration and Air Conditioning Mechanic, you’ll install, maintain, and repair residential central air conditioning systems, commercial and industrial refrigeration and air conditioning systems, and combined heating, ventilation and cooling systems.

This will require you to draw from your agile and independent nature, as you’re quick to spring into action and figure out the issues at hand.

33.00
4.00
Training Hours
6210
False

Program Updates:

  • January 2023: For information regarding Year 4 of transition, please see the Transition Update or the Transition Plan for more details. Apprentices who have completed Current Level 2 (CL2) or Current Level 3 (CL3) should contact their Apprenticeship Advisor to discuss options for addressing gaps in their training before taking their next level of technical training.

  • February 2019: OPSN-2019-001 Program changes

  • OPSN Archives

Please be aware that changes have been made to the Gasfitter - Class B program, please view OPSN 2018 002.1 for details. 

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Occupational Description

Refrigeration and Air Conditioning Mechanics install, maintain and service residential, commercial, industrial and institutional heating, ventilation, air conditioning and refrigeration units and systems. They connect to air delivery systems, install and service hydronic and secondary refrigerant systems and associated controls. Their duties include laying out reference points for installation, assembling and installing components, installing wiring to connect components to an electric power supply, and calibrating related controls.  

They measure, cut, bend, thread and connect pipe to functional components and utilities. They also maintain and service systems by inspecting and testing components, brazing and soldering parts to repair defective joints, adjusting and replacing worn or defective components and reassembling repaired components and systems. As part of service and commissioning, Refrigeration and Air Conditioning Mechanics start-up, test, charge, adjust, calibrate, balance, measure, verify, maintain and document systems. 

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  • Troubleshooting 
  • Fundamentals of refrigeration 
  • Electrical components and safety 
  • Refrigeration and air conditioning installation 
  • Air conditioning servicing 
Certification challenge only trade
1

To get certified, you will need to sign up for technical training at an approved training provider in addition to on-the-job training. 

Visit Trades Training BC and EducationPlannerBC for a comprehensive list of what programs are available in your trade at public and non-public schools. 

For a list of all approved non-public training providers, visit this page.

Mobile Crane Operator - Hydraulic 80 Tonnes and Under

Mobile Crane Operator

HYDRAULIC 80 Tonnes and Under

Construction Mining Oil and Gas
22-47
AttentiveCalmConfidentCoordinatedDecisive
  • How to use rigging hardware and tools in the workplace 
  • How to interpret load charts and drawings 
  • How to assemble, operate, and disassemble a crane 
  • How to conduct a site assessment and safely position a crane 
  • How to operate a mobile crane to lift 80 tonnes and under 

Mobile Crane Operators (80 tonnes and under) are attentive and careful tradespeople who enjoy the challenge of operating a complex, mobile vehicle safely and efficiently.

As a Mobile Crane Operator - Hydraulic 80 tonnes and under, you’ll lift a wide range of materials to and from building sites with confidence.  

You’ll work largely at construction sites, managing everything to do with crane work including planning the lift, setting up the crane, and taking the crane down again when you’re done.  

7.00
2.00
Training Hours
400
False

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  • Workplace safety 
  • Advanced driving 
  • Hand-eye coordination  
  • Radio and hand communication 
  • Critical thinking and time management 
Certification challenge only trade
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To get certified, you will need to sign up for technical training at an approved training provider in addition to on-the-job training. 

Visit Trades Training BC and EducationPlannerBC for a comprehensive list of what programs are available in your trade at public and non-public schools. 

For a list of all approved non-public training providers, visit this page.

Mobile Crane Operator

Mobile Crane

Operator

Construction Mining Oil and Gas
22-47
Red Seal
AttentiveCalmConfidentCoordinatedDecisive
  • How to use rigging hardware and tools in the workplace 
  • How to interpret load charts and drawings 
  • How to assemble, operate, and disassemble a crane 
  • How to conduct a site assessment and safely position a crane 
  • How to operate a mobile crane to lift 80 tonnes and over 

Mobile Crane Operators are precise, careful tradespeople who use calculations to safely move and lift the essential items and resources needed to build and repair a wide range of structures.

As a Mobile Crane Operator, you’ll make heavy lifting look easy as you hoist 80 tonnes and more of materials to and from building sites with confidence.  

You’ll work largely at construction sites, railway, shipping yards or resource industry yards, managing everything to do with crane work including planning the lift, setting up the crane, and taking the crane down again when you’re done.  

12.00
3.00
Training Hours
4980
False

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Prior to January 1, 2017, there were three Mobile Crane Operator certifications for high-capacity mobile cranes open to registration in BC:                                                                      

  • Mobile Crane Operator - Lattice Boom Friction (BC Certificate of Qualification with Red Seal Endorsement code 31)

  • Mobile Crane Operator - Lattice Boom Hydraulic (BC Certificate of Qualification with Red Seal Endorsement code 31)

  • Mobile Crane Operator - Hydraulic Unlimited Tonnage (BC Certificate of Qualification only)

After January 1, 2017, SkilledTradesBC’s Mobile Crane Operator certifications changed to align with CCDA’s Red Seal Harmonization recommendations. The scope of all three occupations were merged into one certification:

  • Mobile Crane Operator (BC Certificate of Qualification with Red Seal Endorsement code 31)

All SkilledTradesBC certificates continue to be valid. Please see this notification for more information about Changes to SkilledTradesBC Certificate of Qualification programs and occupation titles.

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If you have significant work experience in a trade but have never been certified in Canada, you may apply to challenge the certification. Learn more about How to Challenge a Skilled Trade.

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If you sponsor apprentices but have never been certified in Canada, you may request to supervise and sign-off apprentices when they are ready to be certified. Please refer to the application form on whether this trade qualifies.

  • Workplace safety 
  • Advanced driving 
  • Hand-eye coordination  
  • Radio and hand communication 
  • Critical thinking and time management 
Certification challenge only trade
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To get certified, you will need to sign up for technical training at an approved training provider in addition to on-the-job training. 

Visit Trades Training BC and EducationPlannerBC for a comprehensive list of what programs are available in your trade at public and non-public schools. 

For a list of all approved non-public training providers, visit this page.

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