Overview

If you hold an equivalent master electrician certification from another province, you may qualify for the interprovincial exam. The interprovincial exam is a two-hour test on the roles and responsibilities of a master electrician under Alberta legislation. It does not test technical knowledge.

If you have a journeyperson certificate in the trade of electrician from another province, you are considered a standard exam applicant. View the Master Electrician Exam page for more information.
Credentials from countries outside of Canada are not considered eligible equivalents to write the interprovincial exam.
If you have an international credential and want to become certified in Alberta, contact Apprenticeship and Industry Training.

Apply for the Interprovincial Exam

To write the interprovincial exam, you must submit an application that shows you meet the entrance requirements.

Eligible certifications include:

  • British Columbia, Electrical Field Safety Representative (FSR A or B)*
  • Ontario, Master Electrician certification

*Note: If you hold FSR B, your master electrician licence will hold the same voltage restriction.

The application fee is $50. To apply, log in to your Council Connect account and start an application through the My Applications tab on your dashboard.

About the Interprovincial Exam

Passing Grade and Results

You must achieve 75% to pass the exam. Results are posted on Council Connect within seven business days of writing your exam.

Rewrites

The cost to rewrite is $150. You can rewrite the exam as many times as necessary.

Cost

The exam fee is $150.

Format

  • Online only
  • Two-hour time limit; budget 2.5 hours total for pre-exam technical checks.
  • Open book: See What’s on the Exam for a full list of permitted materials.

Exam Content

All documents are included in the downloadable 2021 Exam Kit (PDF), which you may reference during the exam.

Technology Requirements

Online exams are audio and video monitored using the Council’s secure proctoring software. To write the exam, you will need a computer with a camera and a microphone.

  • Pre-exam checklist: Complete the Pre-Exam Checklist (PDF) at least 48 hours in advance to ensure your system meets all requirements. Failing to prepare may prevent you from writing the exam on your scheduled date.
  • Work computers: If you’re using a work computer, you may need assistance from your IT department to configure settings for the exam.
  • Mac users: Additional steps may be required for Mac computers.

Registration and Scheduling

To register for your exam on Council Connect:

  1. Go to the Courses/Exams tab.
  2. Under Event Type, select Exam Offerings from the dropdown menu.
  3. In the Course/Exam Code field, enter “ME” and click Search.
  4. Select the interprovincial offering.
  5. Choose Individual Registration, then select your exam date (must be 7 days in advance).
  6. Complete your payment to finalize registration.

Appeal for Regrading

If you fail and believe there was a grading or exam error, you can request a regrading within 30 days of receiving your results. If errors are found, your grade will be adjusted accordingly.

  • Fee: $50 (refunded if your mark increases to a passing grade)
  • One reread per exam

Refunds and Cancellations

View the Refunds and Cancellation Policy (PDF).

The 2021 Exam Kit

The 2021 Exam Kit includes all the documents tested on the exam.

Download the Exam Kit (PDF)

What's on the Exam?

The master electrician exam covers the following acts, codes, and regulations:

  • Safety Codes Act (SCA)
  • SCA – Certification and Permit Regulation
  • SCA – Permit Regulation
  • SCA – Electrical Code Regulation
  • SCA – Administrative Items Regulation
  • Apprenticeship Education and Industry Training Programs Regulation
  • 2018 WCB Employer Handbook
  • Occupational Health and Safety Act – Worksafe Employer’s Guide
  • Electrical STANDATA
  • Skilled Trades and Apprenticeship Education Act
  • Designated Trades and Restricted Activities Regulation
  • Master Electrician Code of Ethics
  • Alberta Electrical Utility Code

All documents are included in the 2021 Exam Kit, which you may reference during the exam. Note that only the versions in the Exam Kit are tested; newer versions are not included.

Download the 2021 Exam Kit (PDF)

Exam Prep Course Providers

Several Alberta providers offer master electrician exam prep courses. Please contact these institutions directly to register. Note that the Council does not offer exam preparation courses, study materials, or practice exams.

Calgary – SAIT
Edmonton – NAIT
Fort McMurray – Keyano College
Grande Prairie – Grande Prairie Regional College
Lethbridge – Lethbridge College
Red Deer – Red Deer Polytechnic
Vermilion – La​​keland College
Provincial – Electrical Contractors Association of Alberta*

*The Electrical Contractors Association of Alberta offers individual exam prep services. Please contact them for more information.