Alberta · Apprentice services
Study Resources
This page keeps the requirements and topics named on the public Tradesecrets page. It is not the official site, and it does not replace a form, an exam booking, or a decision by Alberta Apprenticeship and Industry Training.
Checked 4 October 2026. Tradesecrets and the Government of Alberta do not endorse TradesAtlas.
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- Tradesecrets page
- Last checked
- 4 October 2026
- 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
- Apprenticeship period exams (theory and practical) Apprenticeship
- Red Seal exams, and Red Seal
- Trades Qualifier exams (theory and practical). Trades Qualifier
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Entrance Exam Study Guide
- Entrance exams show you have the skills you need to start classroom instruction.
- Entrance Exam Study Guide
- About Entrance Exams
Exam Durations
- Find out how much time you will have to write your exam.
- See your applicable Exam Counselling Sheet(s) for the time limit.
- * 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.
- Entrance Exam(s)
- Period Exam(s)
- Challenge Exams
- Prior Learning Assessment Exams
- Exam(s) with Accommodations (e.g. scriber, reader, extra time, private room, etc.)*
- Trades Qualifier Exams with an Interpreter*
Red Seal Study Resources
- Find resources from the Red Seal website.
- Red Seal Sample Examination Questions( red-seal.ca) Red Seal Sample Examination Questions
- 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 Preparation Guide
- Red Seal Exam Breakdowns( red-seal.ca) Red Seal Exam Breakdowns
- Find out how your trade’s exam is broken down according to topic
- Red Seal Occupational Standard (RSOS)( red-seal.ca) Red Seal Occupational Standard (RSOS)
- 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.
- 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
Math for the Trades Classes
- Lethbridge Polytechnic offers free online classes to assist apprentices in math.
- Lethbridge Polytechnic is offering online classes to students to help with math skills needed for apprenticeship exams and classroom instruction.
- Math for the Trades – Introduction
- Math for the Trades – Construction
- Math for the Trades – Electrical
- Math for the Trades – Transportation
- Apprenticeship Exam Preparation