Page Challenge a Certification Exam If you have extensive experience in your trade, you may be eligible to challenge the certification exam as a Trade Qualifier and become certified.
Trade Refrigeration and Air Conditioning MechanicRefrigeration 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.
Trade Professional Cook 2Cooks 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.
Trade Truck and Transport MechanicTruck and Transport Mechanics are systematic fixers who keep the many commercial transport trucks we see on our highways running safely and smoothly.
Trade Drywall Finisher and PlastererDrywall Finisher and Plasterers are precise and tactile professionals who enjoy bringing an interior close to the finish—providing the solid and well-presented base that allows for the final touches on a job.
Jul 06, 2026 News Article Mobile Crane Operator and Tower Crane Operator Announced as Skilled Trades Certification TradesToday, the Government of British Columbia announced Mobile Crane Operator and Tower Crane Operator will become Skilled Trades Certification (compulsory) trades.
Trade Tower Crane Operator Tower Crane Operators are calm, decisive and coordinated professionals who take on the challenge of lifting heavy loads to great heights while ensuring the safety of everyone around them.
Page Home SkilledTradesBC is the organization that advances British Columbia’s trades training system. Learn more about what we do, the benefits of a career in the skilled trades, and BC trade programs.
Page Are You Impacted by SkilledTrades Certification?Implementation of Skilled Trades Certification is currently underway. Each trade has a one-year transition period, which will allow uncertified workers to register as an apprentice or become certified by challenging a certification exam.
