Sheet Metal School License Application

To qualify for a School License, applicants must comply with the following:

• All schools shall employ licensed instructors competent to impart instruction in those branches which they teach.
• All schools shall have a maximum of 25:1 student/instructor ratio. No instructor may supervise or teach more than one class at the same time.
• All private schools must submit copies of student contract with itemization of tuition, fees, and any equipment costs.
• All private schools must submit a bond in the amount determined by the board. The Board may waive bond requirement for licensed Proprietary Schools.
• A demonstration/work area to allow for safe passage of staff and students.
• A lecture room with a minimum of individual desks, student arm chairs, or tables adequate to allow seating for no more than three students per table.
• Male and female restrooms in accordance with the Massachusetts plumbing code.
• A fire detection and sprinkler system, and operable hand fire extinguishers as required by local governing authority.
• All schools shall have, and maintain in good working condition, equipment and materials appropriate and sufficient for its students. 
• All schools shall contain a designated library or study area that maintains published or electronic references to the following publications:

• 271 CMR and M.G.L. c. 112, 237-251.
• The Massachusetts building code (780 CMR) and its component parts the Massachusetts Basic Building Code.
• The Massachusetts One and Two Family Dwelling Code
• The International Mechanical Code.
• The Sheet Metal and Air Conditioning Contractors National Association’s standards.
• The rules and standards of the Federal Occupational Safety and Health Administration.
• The Massachusetts Fire Code (527 CMR), and applicable National Fire Protection Association codes and standards.

Applications for a Sheet Metal School License must include the following:

• A detailed floor plan indicating the demonstration area, lecture room and restrooms.
• A copy of the facilities occupancy permit.
• A copies of student contract with itemization of tuition, fees, and equipment costs. (private schools only).
• A detailed outline of the sheet metal curriculum.
• An Authorized CORI Form

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