Drywall Finisher and Plasterer

Drywall finishers and plasterers surface, tape and finish wallboard (drywall). They apply, maintain and restore plaster and similar materials on interior and exterior walls, ceilings and building partitions to make them more decorative, soundproof and fire-rated. They also texture concrete, apply coats of plaster to foundation materials, and install, repair and restore mouldings and ornaments.

National Occupational Classification (NOC): 73102

Designation Year: 2012

Designated Red Seal in: NL, NS, ON, PE, QC
Trade title: Drywall Finisher and Plasterer, in NL, NS, ON, PE
Other titles used in provinces/territories: Plasterer (QC)

Red Seal Occupational Standard (RSOS) New

View the most recent standard. This is the complete description of the activities of the Drywall Finisher and Plasterer trade. Exams are currently under development.

Occupational Standard for current exams Previous

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Job Market Reports

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Sample Questions

Try the sample Drywall Finisher and Plasterer examination questions to prepare for your Red Seal examination.

Red Seal Self-Assessment and Exam Breakdown

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Ellis Chart

Consult the Ellis Chart for a full breakdown of apprenticeship data from across Canada for the trade of Drywall Finisher and Plasterer.