To begin the accreditation process, a training institution should review the requirements and steps outlined in the Accreditation Resource Manual.
The training institution must submit an Apprenticeship Accreditation Application and pay the applicable accreditation fee (initial accreditation or reaccreditation).
Evaluation of a training program is based on a qualitative and quantitative analysis of several program elements. If the accreditation requirements have been met in the application, a site visit will be arranged at the training institution.
An external accreditation team will conduct the site visit, referencing provincial or Red Seal occupational standards as applicable for the training program.
The accreditation team will then submit a final report to the PACB including a recommendation for accreditation status.
Forms used in the accreditation process:
- Apprenticeship Accreditation Application (click on the link to open or print the document)
- Annual Maintenance Report (click on the link to open or print the document)
Fees associated with the accreditation process:
- New accreditation application: $4,000 per program
- Five-year re-accreditation or audit: $1,000 per program
- Advanced level training site inspection (public college): $450 per program
- Annual maintenance report submission: $200 per report
Accreditation Team and Site Visit
The accreditation team includes a Program Development Specialist from the Apprenticeship and Trades Certification Division (ATCD) and one or two journeypersons from industry. Team members must be registered as a journeyperson in the trade program being assessed for accreditation.
The site visit is normally completed in one day. The team will assess the learning environment, facilities, curriculum materials, faculty profiles and feedback from current students.
Journeypersons interested in becoming a member of the accreditation team for their trade are invited to submit an application form. Additional information about the roles and responsibilities of accreditation team members is available here.