Security Systems
Technician
As a Security Systems Technician, you’ll draw on your persistent style as you plan, troubleshoot and coordinate the installation, repair and maintenance of electronic security alarm systems.
You'll be comfortable working independently, as you reference each task back to various building codes and regulations, and you’ll anticipate the elements that go into each system as you design it.
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.
Please be advised that in order to work in the Security System Technician industry, it is required that an individual holds a valid license or exemption from licensing from the Ministry of Justice and act in accordance with the provisions of the Security Services Act and regulations administered by Ministry of Public Safety and Solicitor General, Policing and Community Safety Branch, Security Programs and Police Technology Division. Visit their website
Program Updates
OPSN 2021-005 CEC version for CofQ exam
Certificate of Qualification (CofQ) Exam Breakdown
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Challenge the
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.
How to Apply
Personal information and exams scheduling information (for challenge option)
Document of relevant work experience
Attestation for self-employment/work experience when employer cannot be contacted
