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Plumbing in Minnesota

What we confirmed about the path from apprentice to journeyman plumber in Minnesota, with the official link for each item. Anything we couldn’t confirm is flagged.

How do I become a plumbing apprentice in Minnesota?

Short answer:Who licenses this trade: State: registered unlicensed plumber, journeyworker and master plumber licenses. Apprentice registration: Yes. Unlicensed plumbers must register with DLI (formerly called apprentices); no experience needed, $14. Who can supervise an apprentice: Direct supervision of a licensed master or journeyworker plumber.

Last checked. Official source: dli.mn.gov.

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Licensing rules

Plumbing licensing rules
Who licenses this trade State: registered unlicensed plumber, journeyworker and master plumber licensesOfficial source: dli.mn.gov
Apprentice registration Yes. Unlicensed plumbers must register with DLI (formerly called apprentices); no experience needed, $14Official source: dli.mn.gov
Experience before the journeyman exam Not yet confirmed with an official source, check the official link.
Apprentices per supervisor Not yet confirmed with an official source, check the official link.
Who can supervise an apprentice Direct supervision of a licensed master or journeyworker plumberOfficial source: dli.mn.gov

Last checked . 3 of 5 items confirmed against official sources; flagged items are still pending. Main board: Minnesota Department of Labor and Industry (DLI), Plumbing Board.

Frequently asked questions

Who licenses plumbers in Minnesota?

State: registered unlicensed plumber, journeyworker and master plumber licenses.Source: dli.mn.gov

Do plumbing apprentices have to register in Minnesota?

Yes. Unlicensed plumbers must register with DLI (formerly called apprentices); no experience needed, $14.Source: dli.mn.gov

Who can supervise a plumbing apprentice in Minnesota?

Direct supervision of a licensed master or journeyworker plumber.Source: dli.mn.gov

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