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Three years is a long time between certification exams.

For many asbestos workers, supervisors, surveyors, and employers, recertification means returning to a formal certification exam after years of working in the field without having to sit down and write one.

A candidate may perform their job safely and competently every day, but remembering the terminology, regulatory requirements, procedures, and detailed technical knowledge covered by a certification exam can still be challenging after that much time. This can be especially demanding for candidates preparing to recertify at Level 2, Level 3, or Level S, where the scope of knowledge is broader and more detailed.

For employers, an unsuccessful attempt can mean more than another test. It can mean another exam fee, another booking, additional administration, and more time away from productive work. Our refresher courses are designed to give candidates a high-quality, focused review before they write or rewrite their certification exam.

Choose the refresher that matches your certification pathway.

We offer three focused refresher options so candidates can review the material most relevant to the certification exam they are preparing to write. Refresher courses are available online or in person.

Level 1 + 2 Exam Refresher

Combined review for candidates preparing for Level 1 or Level 2 certification or recertification exams. Covers foundational asbestos awareness together with worker-level abatement knowledge, including recognition, hazards, controls, PPE and respiratory protection, safe work procedures, decontamination, and applicable worker responsibilities.

$349.95
+ GST per candidate · refresher course + applicable certification exam included
Online or In Person

Level 2 + 3 Exam Refresher

Advanced review for experienced abatement workers and supervisors preparing for Level 2 or Level 3 certification or recertification exams. Reviews worker-level procedures together with supervisory responsibilities, planning, controls, regulatory knowledge, and safe oversight of asbestos abatement work.

$349.95
+ GST per candidate · refresher course + applicable certification exam included
Online or In Person

Level S Exam Refresher

Surveyor-focused preparation for candidates preparing for the Level S certification or recertification exam. Review focuses on surveyor responsibilities, asbestos identification and assessment concepts, documentation, regulatory requirements, and other knowledge applicable to the surveyor pathway.

$349.95
+ GST per candidate · refresher course + applicable certification exam included
Online or In Person

Preparing several workers at once?

Group refresher rates are available for employers preparing multiple candidates for certification or recertification. Sessions can be arranged online or in person and scheduled around your crew and operational needs. Contact us with the certification levels and number of candidates in your group for pricing and scheduling.

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Important: The refresher portion of this package is exam preparation only and does not itself issue certification or replace required training. The $349.95 + GST package includes the applicable WorkSafeBC certification exam, which we aim to administer immediately following the refresher whenever possible, once the candidate meets the required eligibility and registration requirements. For VILT exam delivery, larger groups may need to be divided into multiple exam time slots. In-person exam sessions have no worker-count limit. We cannot provide candidates with exam answers, disclose protected exam content, or guarantee a passing result.

What the refresher can cover

  • Core concepts and terminology candidates are expected to understand
  • Safe work practices, controls, PPE, and respiratory protection
  • Abatement procedures, decontamination, and regulatory responsibilities where applicable
  • Supervisor responsibilities for Level 3 candidates
  • Surveyor responsibilities and assessment concepts for Level S candidates
  • Targeted review of areas where the candidate needs additional reinforcement
  • Exam-readiness guidance without providing exam answers or protected exam content

Certification pathway reminder

Level 1 & Level 2 Required Training

1 Asbestos Academy is authorized to provide Level 1 and Level 2 asbestos training. Our authorized Level 1 and Level 2 training is delivered in person only. An online refresher is preparation only and does not replace required in-person training.

Level 3 & Level S Required Training

The required Level 3 or Level S training is completed through a registered training provider. Once that training is complete, 1 Asbestos Academy can guide candidates through the remaining certification steps and administer the applicable WorkSafeBC certification exam.

Frequently asked questions

A few important details about how refresher preparation and certification work.

Is the refresher course the same as the WorkSafeBC certification exam?

No. The refresher is optional preparation intended to strengthen knowledge, revisit important concepts, identify areas that need more attention, and improve exam readiness. The WorkSafeBC certification exam is the formal examination required as part of the applicable certification pathway. With this package, the applicable certification exam is included in the $349.95 + GST price, but it remains a separate certification step with its own registration and eligibility requirements.

Does completing the refresher certify me?

No. Completing the refresher portion alone does not issue certification. Candidates must still meet the applicable eligibility and registration requirements and successfully complete the required WorkSafeBC certification exam.

Can the refresher course provide exam questions or answers?

No. We cannot provide exam answers or disclose protected exam content. Refresher instruction focuses on reviewing and strengthening the underlying knowledge candidates are expected to understand.

Give your workers the strongest review possible before they write.

Tell us which refresher pathway your candidate or crew needs, how many workers are attending, and whether you prefer online or in-person delivery. We will help you choose the right next step.

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