Concrete Finisher
Trade Description:
Concrete finishers plan, prepare, place and finish concrete on many different types of residential, industrial and commercial projects including floors, walls, driveways, sidewalks, streets, highways and airport runways. They understand the properties and types of concrete and apply the proper techniques for the desired finish, using both traditional and contemporary tools. Other projects include restoration and resurfacing of damaged concrete.
Construction companies are the major employers of concrete finishers.
| Trade Regulation |
| Red Seal Occupational Standard |
Apprenticeship - Annual Requirements:
| Levels | Total Hours/Year (On-the-Job & Technical Training) |
Total Weeks/Year (Technical Training) |
Delivered By |
| 2 | 1,800 | 4-4 | SAIT |
Training Standards:
Curriculum standards are organized by Alberta. For more information, visit Alberta Apprenticeship and Industry Training or the Red Seal Occupational Standard (RSOS).
Red Seal Exam Information
| Red Seal Exam Breakdown | Red Seal Exam Self-Assessment Guide |
| Sample Exams | Red Seal Exam Self-Assessment Guide (PDF) |
| Types of Exam Questions | Red Seal Exam Preparation Guide |
Challenging the Exam - Trades Qualification:
Years of Experience |
Hours Required | Additional Practical
Exam Required |
| 3 | 5,400 | No |
 Employer Declaration | Employer Declaration (FR) Statutory Declaration | Statutory Declaration (FR) | ||
Designated Trainers:
| Work Experience Form |
