How to Become an Instrumentation and Control Technician in Ontario
Do you need certification?
Certification is voluntary
Instrumentation and control technician is a voluntary trade in Ontario. You can work in the trade without a certificate.
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“Because this trade is non-compulsory, this certificate does not have to be renewed, and the information of individuals practicing this trade will not appear on the Skilled Trades Ontario Public Register.”
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At a glance
- Licence status
- Voluntary certification See the source
- Routes
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- Trained in Canada: 5 steps
- Licensed in another province: 3 steps
- Annual fees
- Not stated by the regulator Check with Skilled Trades Ontario
Your roadmap
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Trained in Canada
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Apply for an apprenticeship program and register a training agreement through the Skilled Trades Ontario portal.
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“Apply for apprenticeship programs and register training agreements through the STO Portal.”
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Complete the on-the-job work experience set out in the Apprenticeship Training Standard, with the sponsor signing off on skills as they are learned.
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“As these essential skills are developed, the apprentice’s sponsor or trainer signs the relevant sections of the training standard to indicate that the apprentice has met the individual training objectives by demonstrating the skills required of a skilled worker, or journeyperson, in the trade”
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Complete three levels of theoretical in-school training, which may be delivered as block release, day release, part-time or alternative delivery.
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“An Instrumentation and Control Technician apprenticeship includes three levels of theoretical training, which includes but is not limited to instruction in:”
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Once eligible, the candidate is notified and can schedule the certifying exam with the exam provider.
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“Eligible exam candidates will be notified by Skilled Trades Ontario when they can schedule their exams (for dates on or after April 2, 2025) with Prometric Canada Testing Services, Skilled Trades Ontario’s exam provider.”
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Pass the certifying exam, after which Skilled Trades Ontario issues a Certificate of Qualification in the trade.
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“This trade has a certifying exam. When the certifying exam is passed, Skilled Trades Ontario will issue a Certificate of Qualification in this trade.”
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Listed fees for this route
No one-time fees listed by the regulator for these steps Check with Skilled Trades Ontario
5 steps without a listed fee, so the total may not be the full cost.
Licensed in another province
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Find a sponsor in Ontario.
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Apply for an apprenticeship program in Ontario, checking off the section of the form indicating training completed in another province.
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“On your application you will need to check off the section of the form that you have completed training in another province.”
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After the application is submitted, Skilled Trades Ontario contacts the applicant to verify their out-of-province training.
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“Skilled Trades Ontario will contact you to verify your out-of-province training after you have submitted your application.”
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Listed fees for this route
No one-time fees listed by the regulator for these steps Check with Skilled Trades Ontario
3 steps without a listed fee, so the total may not be the full cost.
Requirements
Education
The academic entry grade for the apprenticeship is Grade 12.
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“Academic entry grade Grade 12”
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Other
Certification issued by the Technical Standards and Safety Authority is required to perform work on devices connected to pressurized gas lines.
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“Certification issued by the Technical Standards and Safety Authority (TSSA) is required to perform work on devices connected to pressurized gas lines.”
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Already licensed in another province?
Extra steps
A registered apprentice from another province or territory may get credit for their training in Ontario, but must find a sponsor, apply to an Ontario apprenticeship program, and have Skilled Trades Ontario verify their out-of-province training. Source
“If you’re a registered apprentice in another province or territory, you may get credit for your training in Ontario.”
skilledtradesontario.ca/apprenticeship/current-apprentices
Find a sponsor
Apply in Ontario
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“On your application you will need to check off the section of the form that you have completed training in another province.”
skilledtradesontario.ca/apprenticeship/current-apprenticesTraining verification
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“Skilled Trades Ontario will contact you to verify your out-of-province training after you have submitted your application.”
skilledtradesontario.ca/apprenticeship/current-apprentices
Processing time: Not stated by the regulator Check with Skilled Trades Ontario
Credential assessment
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Exams
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certifying exam
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“This trade has a certifying exam. When the certifying exam is passed, Skilled Trades Ontario will issue a Certificate of Qualification in this trade.”
skilledtradesontario.ca/trade-information/instrumentation-and-contr...
Language tests
Not stated by the regulator Check with Skilled Trades Ontario
Canadian experience
Not stated by the regulator Check with Skilled Trades Ontario
Supervised practice
Not stated by the regulator Check with Skilled Trades Ontario
Demand and pay
| Where | Low | Median | High | Outlook |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ontario | $35.00 | $44.00 | $56.00 | Very limited (1 of 5) |
| Canada | $31.00 | $46.00 | $65.78 | — |
Instrumentations and control technicians in other provinces and territories
- British Columbia Voluntary certification
- Alberta Voluntary certification
- Saskatchewan Voluntary certification
- Manitoba Certification required
- Quebec Not confirmed yet
- New Brunswick Voluntary certification
- Nova Scotia Voluntary certification
- Prince Edward Island Voluntary certification
- Newfoundland and Labrador Voluntary certification
- Yukon Voluntary certification
- Northwest Territories Voluntary certification
- Nunavut Voluntary certification
Compare instrumentation and control technician licensing across Canada
Sources checked
- Instrumentation and Control Technician - Skilled Trades Ontario skilledtradesontario.ca/trade-information/instrumentation-and-contr... · fetched October 11, 2026
- Changes to the delivery of apprenticeship and certifying exam services - Skilled Trades Ontario skilledtradesontario.ca/changes-to-the-delivery-of-apprenticeship-a... · fetched October 10, 2026
- Current apprentices - Skilled Trades Ontario skilledtradesontario.ca/apprenticeship/current-apprentices · fetched October 10, 2026
- Instrumentation and Control Technician (447A) skilledtradesontario.ca/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/instrumentation-... · fetched October 11, 2026
Frequently asked questions
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Do you need a licence to work as an instrumentation and control technician in Ontario?
No. Certification is available, but it is not required to work in the trade in Ontario. Certification is managed by Skilled Trades Ontario.
Which exams are required?
certifying exam.
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