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Study Resources
Use these resources to study smarter and feel more confident on exam day.
Exam Counselling Sheets
Exam Counselling Sheets (outlines) provide a breakdown of the exam content to help you focus your study efforts, including:
- The number of questions on the exam
- The topics covered
- How marks are distributed across sections
They are available for:
- Apprenticeship period exams (theory and practical)
- Red Seal exams, and
- Trades Qualifier exams (theory and practical).
Entrance Exam Study Guide
Entrance exams show you have the skills you need to start classroom instruction.
Exam Durations
Find out how much time you will have to write your exam.
|
Exam Type |
Length of Time |
Additional Information |
|
3 hours | |
|
Practical Exam(s) |
Varies depending on trade. |
See your applicable Exam Counselling Sheet(s) for the time limit. |
| Red Seal Exam(s) | 4 hours | |
|
Varies depending on the accommodation | Accommodations must be approved by AIT and requires a minimum of three weeks to prepare accommodations for an exam. |
* Note: If you have been approved for exam accommodations or an interpreter for a Trades Qualifier exam but choose not to use them on the day of your exam, the exam will proceed under standard conditions, including the regular time limit. In such cases, additional time cannot be provided.
Red Seal Study Resources
Find resources from the Red Seal website.
- Red Seal Sample Examination Questions ( red-seal.ca)
- Familiarize yourself with the Red Seal questions format by testing yourself with sample questions.
- Red Seal Exam Preparation Guide ( red-seal.ca)
- Red Seal Exam Breakdowns ( red-seal.ca)
- Find out how your trade’s exam is broken down according to topic
- Red Seal Occupational Standard (RSOS) ( red-seal.ca)
- The Standard defines the trade by collecting and organizing elements together.
- A complete description of all trade activities, skills and knowledge.
- A specific description of the scope of the occupation, and
- A list of commonly-used terms and in some cases, the definitions.
- The foundation document for most Trades Qualifier program written exams.
Individual Learning Modules (ILM)
ILMs are standardized training materials for instructors and students in apprenticeship classroom instruction.
ILMs are available for the following programs:
- Auto Body Technician
- Automotive Service Technician
- Carpenter
- Electrician
- Gasfitter
- Heavy Equipment Technician
- Industrial Mechanic (Millwright)
- Instrumentation and Control Technician
- Parts Technician
- Plumber
- Refrigeration and Air Conditioning Mechanic
- Sheet Metal Worker
- Steamfitter-Pipefitter
- Welder
- Agricultural Equipment Technician
Learn more and order your ILM ( ilmlearning.ca)