Master Sheet Metal Worker License Application

Application and exam instructions for Master Sheet Metal Workers

Board of Examiners of Sheet Metal Workers

Online

To receive instructions on conducting common board transactions, email the address below. This is an unmonitored email address. Please do not send any documentation to this email address: Email Board of Examiners of Sheet Metal Workers at Sheetmetalboard.info@mass.gov

The Details   of Master Sheet Metal Worker License Application

What you need   for Master Sheet Metal Worker License Application

To complete an application, enter all required information and upload the following documents:

  • A current/valid Massachusetts Journeyperson Sheet Metal Worker license
  • A 2” x 2” color passport-style photo
  • Certificates of completion from 40-hour master course
  • A CORI Authorization Form
  • Education Verification (M1 or M2)

To qualify for the M-1 unrestricted master license exam you must have a Massachusetts J-1 unrestricted journeyperson license and have completed a 40-hour Master’s course from a Board approved training program or an equivalent 3-credit Business course conducted by a college or university. You must contact the Board for approval of any equivalent business course prior to application. Please upload a copy of your certificate of completion or transcripts.

To qualify for the M-2 restricted master license exam you must have a Massachusetts journeyperson license (J-1 or J-2) and have completed a 40-hour Master’s course from a Board approved training program or an equivalent 3-credit Business course conducted by a college or university. You must contact the Board for approval of any equivalent business course prior to application. Please upload a copy of your certificate of completion or transcripts. Restricted license is limited to residential dwellings 3-stories or less and commercial projects 10,000 square feet or less within buildings 2-stories or less.

For a detailed guide to submitting your exam application. see this Exam Information Bulletin

Fees   for Master Sheet Metal Worker License Application

This fee is not refundable. Active military members, their spouses & military veterans may qualify for fee-reduction benefits under the Valor Act.

Name Fee Unit
Non-Refundable License Processing and Issuance $175 each

How to apply   Master Sheet Metal Worker License Application

Apply in our ePLACE Portal.

For detailed instructions on how to create an ePlace Account and apply for a license, click here.

Next steps   for Master Sheet Metal Worker License Application

  1. Scheduling your exam

    The exam vendor (PSI) will contact you when your application is approved to sit for the exam. Scheduling of your exam and payment of the exam fee will be handled directly through the exam vendor. For any questions, refer to PSI's Website or call 855-746-8173.

  2. If you Do Not Pass your Exam

    Candidates that fail an examination will have 6 months from the application approval date to successfully retake the examination; otherwise, candidates will need to submit a new application.

    Candidates that have not successfully passed the exam after three attempts shall provide satisfactory proof to the board of having successfully completed self-designed learning objectives or successful completion of an examination preparation course.

  3. Receive your License

    If you pass the exam, your license will be mailed to your address of record.

    Successful candidates may also maintain their current journeyperson license.

More info   for Master Sheet Metal Worker License Application

Incomplete applications will only remain open for 180 days after which a new application and fee is required.

Master applicants that have out of state, out of country or other non-Board approved sheet metal training, education or work experience should contact the Board office for the requirements on applying for approval to take the master exam.

If you are ineligible for a Social Security Number, contact the Board for instructions.

Please note the personal or business address that you choose as your mailing address is public record and will be released to anyone upon request.

Contact   for Master Sheet Metal Worker License Application

Address
1000 Washington Street, Suite 710, Boston, MA 02118
Online
To receive instructions on conducting common board transactions, email the address below. This is an unmonitored email address. Please do not send any documentation to this email address: Email Board of Examiners of Sheet Metal Workers at Sheetmetalboard.info@mass.gov
Fax
(617) 727-0139

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