The Details
What you need
To complete an application, enter all required information and upload the following documents:
- A 2” x 2” color passport-style photo
- A Statement of Employing Master Form
- A CORI Authorization Form
- (If Applicable) Certificates of completion for any Board-approved Training. Apprentice applicants that have completed education from a Board approved sheet metal training program or Board approved Massachusetts Vocational School may be eligible for credit towards journeyperson licensure. Please upload a copy of your diploma, certificate of completion, or transcripts along with your online application.
Applicants must be employed by a master licensee, be of good moral character, and be at least 16 years of age.
Fees
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 | $65 | each |
How to apply
- Applications, renewals, and reinstatements must be submitted online through the eLIPSE platform.
- You will be asked to submit all required documents via the eLIPSE platform, including a DOL CORI form. Once submitted, you will be notified of any required next steps.
- Payment will also be made via the eLIPSE platform.
- For instructions on managing your licenses and permits, view the DOL eLIPSE How-to-Guides.
Incomplete applications will be held open for 180 days from the date of application receipt to allow applicants to provide the missing information or documentation. After 180 days, the incomplete application will be considered abandoned, and applicants will need to submit a new application and payment.
You may call our Welcome Center at 617-701-8895 any time between 9:00am- 5:00pm. Our welcome center staff will guide you through the process.
You may visit our Welcome Center at One Federal Street, Suite 600, Boston MA 02110 between 9:00am- 5:00pm. Our welcome center staff will guide you through the process via our agency kiosks or your personal laptop/mobile device.
To apply by mail or email, or if you need reasonable accommodation, please reach out to the board for next steps via the email or phone number below.
Next steps
Register For Sheet Metal training
For a list of approved schools and training centers see the Sheet metal training schools page.
More info
Apprentice 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 information on applying for credit towards journeyperson licensure. No credit will be given for work experience in Massachusetts after February 19, 2011 without being a licensed apprentice employed by a master sheet metal worker.
If you are ineligible for a Social Security Number, contact the Board for instructions.
Please note the address that you use as your Mailing Address is public record and will be released to anyone upon request.