How long does a career change to Tinsmith take?

Via the "Career change via experience (Art. 32 BBG)" route, expect 66–72 months.

What does a career change to Tinsmith cost?

Estimated costs are CHF 100–3'000.

Do I need a regular apprenticeship for Tinsmith?

Not necessarily. With work experience you can earn the qualification via Art. 32 VPETA, saving about 36 months.

How much do you earn as Tinsmith?

The median salary is ~CHF 68'400 per year (approximate).

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Career change

Career change to Tinsmith

You craft sheet metal parts for roofs, facades and gutters.

You don't need a second youth apprenticeship. With work experience there's a realistic route to the Tinsmith qualification — here are the duration, costs and how your experience is recognised.

Career change via experience (Art. 32 BBG)

Duration

66–72 months

Costs

CHF 100–3'000

Salary after

~CHF 68'400

✓ Art. 32 VPETA· saves ~36 months

Typically 5+ years of relevant work experience let you sit the final qualification exam directly — without a regular apprenticeship.

How the path works

1
Work experience
60 months
2
Final apprenticeship exam (Art. 32 BBG)
6–12 months · CHF 100–3'000

Salary progression

Entry

~CHF 51'600

Mid

~CHF 68'400

Senior

~CHF 85'200

Approximate values — they vary by region, employer and experience.

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