If you hold an active, equivalent safety codes officer certification in a regulated occupation or field from another jurisdiction, you may be eligible to transfer your certification to Alberta.
This transfer is subject to completing any required Alberta-specific training:
- Mandatory Course: 100179: Introduction to the Safety Codes System in Alberta.
- Additional Alberta-specific courses may be required depending on the certification being transferred.
Applying with a journeyperson credential, diploma, or degree from another jurisdiction?
You will likely follow the standard safety codes officer application. See the Become a Safety Codes Officer page for more information →
Apply for Transfer of Certification
To transfer your equivalent certification to Alberta, you must submit an application demonstrating that you meet the criteria for approval. Currently, we accept equivalent certifications from Ontario and British Columbia.
Ready to apply?
Application fee: $50
Certification fee: $75 (valid for three years)
Review time: Typically 5 business days after receiving all required documentation
How to apply: Log into Council Connect → My Applications tab → Start "Out-of-Province SCO (all disciplines)" application
Eligible certifications:
• Ontario
• British Columbia
Additional Information
Courses and Exams: For details about enrollment in courses and and exams, visit Certification Courses and Exams and Proctoring.
Appeals: If your certification is refused at any point, you have 30 days to appeal the decision. Visit the Appeals page for more information.
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