Open
Doors
About
Exams
Apprentices need to take several exams during their apprenticeship, mostly during in-class technical training.
Trade
Qualifiers
If you have experience working in a skilled trade in B.C., Canada, or another country and are looking to get certified, you may be eligible to challenge your trade.
Skilled Trades
Certification
With Skilled Trades Certification now in effect in B.C., individuals working in certain trades will be required to register as an apprentice or challenge their trade.
Getting ready to
Write Your Exam
Getting ready to
Write Your Exam
Exam Schedule
We offer regularly scheduled exams throughout B.C.
What to Expect on Exam Day
Materials supplied, forms of acceptable photo ID, and timing
Results and Rewrites
Obtaining your results and how to rewrite an exam
Exam and Study Support
Study resources, tips, and guides on preparing for your exam
Exam Accommodations
SkilledTradesBC has exam support options for individuals who require specific accommodations.
Additional
Information
Holders of a Certification of Qualification or Military Certification
Individuals who are certified in a skilled trade outside of B.C. or have a Military Trade Certification may be eligible to receive a B.C. Certification of Qualification or Red Seal Endorsement through an application process.
Labour Mobility
If you hold a Certificate of Qualification from a trade board in Canada, SkilledTradesBC will recognize it.
Skill Development through TradeUpBC
TradeUpBC is a provincially-funded initiative that provides experienced tradespeople and employers access to microcredentials and short-term skill development offerings, helping them stay resilient and become future ready.