George Brown Polytechnic is located on the traditional territory of the Mississaugas of the Credit First Nation and other Indigenous peoples who have lived here over time. We are grateful to share this land as treaty people who learn, work and live in the community with each other.
Access secure, proctored testing services at George Brown Polytechnic for ministry exams and external invigilation, including Apprenticeship Trade Exemption exams, Asbestos Abatement testing and off-site exams for other institutions.
Apprenticeship Trade Exemption
Apprenticeship Trade Exemption exams allow you to skip mandatory in-class technical training in your trade program if you can demonstrate that you already have the required knowledge and on-the-job experience.
The Ministry of Labour, Immigration, Training and Skills Development (MLITSD) has authorized community colleges to administer the Apprenticeship Trade Exemption exams.
If you successfully complete a trade exemption exam, you may be exempt from some of the formal in-class instruction required for your apprenticeship.
Further information is available from the MLITSD Training Office at 416-326-5800.
How do I book the test?
To book an appointment, contact the Assessment Centre by email: gbctest@georgebrown.ca
Appointments are available Monday to Friday between 9:00 a.m. and 12:00 p.m.
Where do I take the Apprenticeship Trade Exemption exam?
All Apprenticeship Trade Exemption appointments take place at the Casa Loma Assessment Centre. We are located at 160 Kendal Avenue, in room C343, inside the library on the third floor.
Is there a charge for the test?
The fee for proctoring a Trade Exemption exam is $150 per test.
What do I need to bring to the test appointment?
Bring one piece of valid, government-issued photo ID to confirm your identity (original documents only), and a pen or pencil.
Acceptable forms of photo ID include the following:
- Driver's license
- Passport
- Permanent Resident card
- Canadian citizenship card
- Canadian identity card
- Certificate of Indian Status card
- George Brown Polytechnic student ID card
Before your test, review the Academic Integrity and Assessment Centre Guidelines, so you know what to expect on the day of your test.
Asbestos Abatement Testing
An Asbestos Abatement Test refers to either bulk material testing (to detect asbestos in building materials before renovation) or a certification exam (for workers handling abatement). All workers who perform Type 3 Asbestos Abatement work must pass this examination. The examination was developed by the Ministry of Colleges and Universities and is taken after workers complete the Asbestos Type 3 training program for certification.
For more information, please contact the Ministry of Colleges and Universities at 1–800–387–5656.
Who can write the test?
To complete this test, you must complete the Type 3 Asbestos Abatement training at an approved training site.
What tests are available?
E253-23-01-03 - Worker - 1st attempt
E253-23-01-04 - Worker - 2nd attempt
E253-19-01-04 - Supervisor
How do I book the test?
To book an appointment, contact the Assessment Centre by email: gbctest@georgebrown.ca
Appointments are available Monday to Friday between 9:00 a.m. and 12:00 p.m.
Where do I write my Asbestos Abatement test?
All Asbestos Abatement test appointments will take place at the Casa Loma Assessment Centre. We are located at 160 Kendal Avenue and in room C343, which is located inside the library on the third floor.
Is there a charge for the test?
The fee for a proctored Asbestos Abatement exam is $75 per test.
What do I need to bring to the test appointment?
Bring one piece of valid, government-issued photo ID to confirm your identity (original documents only), and a pen or pencil.
Acceptable forms of photo ID include the following:
- Driver's license
- Passport
- Permanent Resident card
- Canadian citizenship card
- Canadian identity card
- Certificate of Indian Status card
- George Brown Polytechnic student ID card
Before your test, review the Academic Integrity and Assessment Centre Guidelines, so you know what to expect on the day of your test.
External Invigilation Services
External invigilation (or proctoring) services allow distance-education students or certification candidates to complete exams at an authorized, neutral testing facility under the supervision of a certified proctor.
This service is for non-George Brown Polytechnic students who are required to write exam(s) for another institution or organization and need invigilation.
External proctoring services are available from Monday to Friday, at 9:00 a.m. and 11:00 a.m., by appointment only.
How can I book a test appointment?
To book an appointment, contact the Assessment Centre by email or by phone.
Email: gbctest@georgebrown.ca
Phone: General Inquiries Line at 416-415-5000, ext. 4565.
Please include the following information in your email and/or phone message:
- Your full name
- Valid daytime contact phone number
- Valid email address
- Name of institution you require the test for
- Name/Code of the exam(s) you would like to take at the Assessment Centre
- Your preferred appointment date and time - please refer to "When are you available?" for our testing hours
You will receive a confirmation email once we review your details.
Is there a charge for the test?
The fee for proctoring off-site tests or exams for other institutions is $75 per test.
What do I need to bring to my test appointment?
- Bring one piece of valid, government-issued photo ID to confirm your identity (original documents only), and a pen or pencil.
Acceptable forms of photo ID include the following:- Driver's license
- Passport
- Permanent Resident card
- Canadian citizenship card
- Canadian identity card
- Certificate of Indian Status card
- George Brown Polytechnic student ID card
- Your test fee
- A pre-paid envelope addressed to your institution, or one provided by your institution
- A pen or pencil.
Before your test, review the Academic Integrity and Assessment Centre Guidelines, so you know what to expect on the day of your test.
How will my school receive my completed test?
Depending on your institution’s requirements, your completed test will be returned to them directly in one of the following ways:
- Fax/email: The institution will receive your test right away
- Regular/standard mail: delivery, 1-3 weeks
- Express mail: delivery, 1-7 business days
Please note: The Casa Loma Assessment Centre is not responsible for grading, evaluating or storing any of your completed exams. Please contact your institution directly for inquiries about your exam(s).