Job requirements Aeronautical Technologist in the Thompson–Okanagan Region
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Find out what you typically need to work as an aeronautical technologist in the Thompson–Okanagan Region. These requirements are applicable to all Mechanical engineering technologists and technicians (NOC 22301).

Employment requirements

This is what you typically need for the job.

  • Completion of a two- or three-year college program in mechanical engineering technology is usually required for mechanical engineering technologists.
  • Completion of a one- or two-year college program in mechanical engineering technology is usually required for mechanical engineering technicians.
  • Certification in mechanical engineering technology or in a related field is available through provincial associations of engineering/applied science technologists and technicians and may be required for some positions.
  • A period of supervised work experience, usually two years, is required before certification.
  • In Quebec, membership in the regulatory body is required to use the title Professional Technologist.

Source National Occupational Classification

Professional certification and licensing

British Columbia

If this occupation is regulated, you may need to get a professional license from a regulatory authority before you can start working. Licensing can be compulsory or voluntary, depending on the occupation.

  • If the licence is compulsory, you must be certified before you can practise the occupation and use the professional designation.
  • If the licence is voluntary, you don’t need to be certified to practise this occupation.

Find out if this occupation is regulated and contact the regulatory authority to learn about the certification process.

Job title Applied Science Technologist (Mechanical)
Regulated
Job title Marine Mechanical Technician
Regulated
Regulatory body: Skilled Trades BC

Source Foreign Credential Recognition Program - ESDC

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