Sometimes, having a red seal certification can be equivalent to a college certification regarding knowledge and skill in a specific trade. Those who successfully complete a registered apprenticeship training program will receive a:
- Certificate of Apprenticeship (C of A); or
- Diploma of Apprenticeship and/or Certificate of Qualification (C of Q); or
- Journeyperson's designation (JP) in their trade.
If you have extensive knowledge working in your trade yet have not completed a formal apprenticeship program you can still apply to write the red seal exam. If successful you will get a Certificate of Qualification or Journeyperson's designation.