Exam

SCHEDULE

SkilledTradesBC offers regularly scheduled exam sessions throughout the province. You may sign up to write or rewrite your exams at one of these sessions. Schedule your exam through the SkilledTradesBC Portal.

If you’re challenging a certification exam or a level in your apprenticeship, you may also register for an exam once your application has been approved. Learn more about how to challenge a skilled trade.

Visit this page frequently for updates on venue locations and exam dates.  

2023 Exam Schedule - Updated as of June 26, 2023

Note: Beginning November 2023 exams taking place at Kamloops location will be held at 339 St Paul St., in Yellowhead meeting room.

Location

Maximum capacity per session

Chilliwack

11 candidates

Courtenay

15 candidates

Fort St John 

16 candidates

Kamloops

18 candidates

Kelowna

20 candidates

Nanaimo 

18 candidates

Penticton

12 candidates

Prince George

10 candidates

Surrey

24 candidates

Vancouver

24 candidates

Victoria 

20 candidates

Golden

12 candidates

 

If you can’t write your exam at one of these sessions, we can arrange for you to write your exam at one of the 60 Service BC offices around the province. 

 

What to Expect on

Exam Day

What you need to bring, materials supplied, forms of acceptable photo ID, and timing

Study

SUPPORT

Study resources, tips, and guides on preparing for your exam