National Occupational Certification

National Occupational Certification (NOC) is Bermuda’s way of making sure skilled workers meet the proper industry standards.    

• Safety
• Skill level
• Professional knowledge
• Quality of work

Established under the National Occupational Certification Act 2004, the NCAB enforces compulsory certification for designated trades. This certification helps protect both workers and the public by ensuring tradespeople are qualified to do their jobs safely and correctly.                         Why is NOC Important?                                                                                               Being nationally certified means:  

• You are officially recognized in your trade
• Employers and customers can trust your skills
• You may have better job opportunities
• You help raise the standard of Bermuda’s workforce

Trades that currently require National Occupational Certification  

• Electricians
• Welders
• Automotive Service Technicians
• Landscape Gardeners

National Certification & Apprenticeship Board

The National Certification & Apprenticeship Board (NCAB) oversees the certification process in Bermuda. Industry professionals also help create the standards for each trade.

• Chairman - Mr. Denton Williams
• Deputy Chairman - Mr. Roger Todd
• Mr. Ashlyn Young
• Mr. Gaven Black
• Mr. Ian Milne
• Mr. James Welch Jr.
• Mr. Kavin Pilgrim
• Mr. Leslie Grant
• Mr. Martin Brown
• Mr. Robin Gray
• Mr. Tara Timmins
• Mr. Vance Hollis
• Mr. Warren Moulaison
• Ex-Officio - Chief Immigration Officer
• Ex-Officio - Department of Employee & Organization Development
• Ex-Officio - Ministry of Economy and Labour
• Ex-Officio - Ministry of Education
• Ex-Officio - Ministry of Finance
• Ex-Officio - Ministry of Public Works