{"id":56275,"date":"2026-07-17T12:32:56","date_gmt":"2026-07-17T16:32:56","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.oiq.qc.ca\/?page_id=56275"},"modified":"2026-09-10T16:58:51","modified_gmt":"2026-09-10T20:58:51","slug":"theoretical-component","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/www.oiq.qc.ca\/en\/futurs-membres\/devenir-ingenieur-au-quebec\/theoretical-component\/","title":{"rendered":"Theoretical component"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class=\"block-wrapper wp-block-acf-wysiwyg\" data-block-name=\"Wysiwyg\">\n<\/div>\n\n\n<div class=\"block-wrapper wp-block-acf-new-section\" data-block-name=\"Nouvelle Section\">\n<div class=\"new-section \" >\n        <div class=\"ns-container\">\n                            <div class=\"ns-inner\">\n                    <div class=\"ns-content\">\n                        <div class=\"container\">\n                            <div class=\"row\">\n                                <div class=\"col-12\">\n                                    <div class=\"ns-title\">\n                                                                                    <h2 class=\"ns-title\">QUICK FACTS<\/h2>\n                                                                            <\/div>\n                                <\/div>\n                                <div class=\"col-12\">\n                                    <div class=\"ns-txt\">\n                                                                                    <div class=\"wysiwyg \">\n\t<p>The theoretical component involves:<\/p>\n<ol>\n<li>Online training modules<\/li>\n<li>A study guide to help you prepare for the exam<\/li>\n<li>The professional exam<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p>You can complete the theoretical component at your own pace, within the five-year timeframe for completing the Professional Admission Program. You can start this component while you\u2019re still a student. It\u2019s the only part of the program available to you before graduation.<\/p>\n<h3>Keep in mind<\/h3>\n<p>There are a limited number of exam dates, so it\u2019s important to plan ahead. Set aside enough time to complete each of the four mandatory modules. You\u2019ll need about 30 hours to finish them all. Once you\u2019re done, we\u2019ll send you a link to register for the professional exam. Don\u2019t wait to register. Registration closes one month before each exam date, so be sure to choose a date that works best for you.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>                                                                            <\/div>\n                                <\/div>\n                            <\/div>\n                        <\/div>\n                    <\/div>\n                                    <\/div>\n                    <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n\n<script>\n    window.jQuery && jQuery(window).on('load', function () {\n        let hash = window.location.hash;\n        if (hash && jQuery(hash).length) {\n            jQuery('html,body').animate({ scrollTop: jQuery(hash).offset().top - 60 }, 'slow');\n        }\n    });\n<\/script>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<div class=\"block-wrapper wp-block-acf-wysiwyg\" data-block-name=\"Wysiwyg\">\n<div class=\"bloc-wysiwyg  highlight-gris\">\n    <div class=\"container\">\n        <div class=\"wysiwyg \">\n\t<h2>1 &#8211; ONLINE TRAINING MODULES<\/h2>\n<p>The theoretical component has five modules and takes about 30 hours to complete. Together, the modules cover the material you need to know for the professional exam and to start your engineering practice.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<table style=\"height: 137px;\" width=\"831\">\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td width=\"94\"><strong>Module 1<\/strong><\/td>\n<td width=\"387\">The Qu\u00e9bec professional system and professional development<\/td>\n<td width=\"145\">Required<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td width=\"94\"><strong>Module 2<\/strong><\/td>\n<td width=\"387\">Ethics and professional conduct<\/td>\n<td width=\"145\">Required<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td width=\"94\"><strong>Module 3<\/strong><\/td>\n<td width=\"387\">Laws and regulations<\/td>\n<td width=\"145\">Required<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td width=\"94\"><strong>Module 4<\/strong><\/td>\n<td width=\"387\">Standards of professional practice<\/td>\n<td width=\"145\">Required<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td width=\"94\"><strong>Module 5<\/strong><\/td>\n<td width=\"387\">Supplemental training<\/td>\n<td width=\"145\">Optional<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>You can complete these modules in any order and at your own pace. Just be sure to finish them all at least one month before your exam. You\u2019ll continue to have access to the course materials once completed.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.oiq.qc.ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/Formations_vt_avant_23_nov_2026.pdf\"><strong>Complete list of courses by module<\/strong> (in French only)<\/a><\/p>\n\n<\/div>    <\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<div class=\"block-wrapper wp-block-acf-text-media\" data-block-name=\"Text + Media Altern\u00e9s\">\n<div class=\"text-media layout-63-33 has-shadow\">\n    <div class=\"container\">\n        <div class=\"tm-left\">\n                        <h2>2 &#8211; STUDY GUIDE<\/h2>\n                                                    <div class=\"wysiwyg \">\n\t<p>This document provides a summary of the course material you\u2019ll be tested on in the professional exam. Keep it handy as you progress through the modules and prepare for the exam. Be sure to leave yourself enough time to study.<\/p>\n<p>Please note that this document is only available in French.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>                                        <a href=\"https:\/\/www.oiq.qc.ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/Guide_etude_examen_pro.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" class=\"btn-arrow is-blue bordered\">\n                                <span class=\"label\">DOWNLOAD<\/span>\n                        \n        <span class=\"icon reset-font\"><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10.582\" height=\"18.826\" viewBox=\"0 0 10.582 18.826\">\n\t<g id=\"Groupe_9\" data-name=\"Groupe 9\" transform=\"translate(-8.831 1.414)\">\n\t\t<g id=\"Groupe_8\" data-name=\"Groupe 8\">\n\t\t\t<path id=\"Line\" d=\"M0,0,7.755,8.235\" transform=\"translate(10.244)\" fill=\"currentColor\" stroke=\"currentColor\"\n\t\t\t      stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-miterlimit=\"10\" stroke-width=\"2\" class=\"fill\"\/>\n\t\t\t<path id=\"Line-2\" data-name=\"Line\" d=\"M0,8.235,7.755,0\" transform=\"translate(10.244 7.764)\"\n\t\t\t      fill=\"currentColor\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-miterlimit=\"10\" stroke-width=\"2\" class=\"fill\"\/>\n\t\t<\/g>\n\t<\/g>\n<\/svg>\n<\/span>\n    <\/a>\n                    <\/div>\n        <div class=\"tm-right\">\n                                            <img decoding=\"async\" class=\"tm-image has-shadow\" src=\"https:\/\/www.oiq.qc.ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/couverture-guide-etude-exam.png\" alt=\"\">\n                                      <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n  <\/div>\n\n<\/div>\n\n\n<div class=\"block-wrapper wp-block-acf-new-section\" data-block-name=\"Nouvelle Section\">\n<div class=\"new-section \" >\n        <div class=\"ns-container\">\n                            <div class=\"ns-inner\">\n                    <div class=\"ns-content\">\n                        <div class=\"container\">\n                            <div class=\"row\">\n                                <div class=\"col-12\">\n                                    <div class=\"ns-title\">\n                                                                                    <h2 class=\"ns-title\">3 \u2013 THE PROFESSIONAL EXAM<\/h2>\n                                                                            <\/div>\n                                <\/div>\n                                <div class=\"col-12\">\n                                    <div class=\"ns-txt\">\n                                                                                    <div class=\"wysiwyg \">\n\t<ul>\n<li>Exam sessions are held in person, at various locations across Quebec.<\/li>\n<li>In accordance with Quebec legislation, the professional exam is offered in French to all candidates.<\/li>\n<li>It consists of 110 multiple-choice questions.<\/li>\n<li>A passing grade is 60%.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>You must complete all required modules before taking the professional exam. Once you have completed them, we will send you a link to register. Registration closes one month before each exam session, so complete the modules early enough to get your preferred date. Use this time to review the course material and the study guide. 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Certain fees are included in the cost of admission for holders of a Temporary Restrictive Permit (TRP).<\/div>\n                    <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p><span id=\"upcoming-changes\">&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"block-wrapper wp-block-acf-wysiwyg\" data-block-name=\"Wysiwyg\">\n<div class=\"bloc-wysiwyg \">\n    <div class=\"container\">\n        <div class=\"wysiwyg \">\n\t<h2>UPCOMING CHANGES<\/h2>\n<p>This fall, an updated version of the theoretical component will be introduced. This update is designed to streamline the Candidate to the Engineering Profession (CEP) pathway, modernize the content, and better align it with the Professional Examination.<\/p>\n<p>Please note that no additional fees will be charged as a result of this update. Any courses you have already completed will remain recognized in your file, and you will have access to the updated content at no additional cost.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Goals<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Simplify and streamline the learning experience.<\/li>\n<li>Modernize the theoretical component by offering shorter and more effective online training.<\/li>\n<li>Align the training materials and study guide with the professional exam.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>Key changes<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>About 55% of the course content has been revised.<\/li>\n<li>The study guide has been updated and shortened.<\/li>\n<li>An optional mock exam has been added to Module 5.<\/li>\n<li>About ten professional exam questions have been updated.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2>IMPORTANT DATES<\/h2>\n<p><strong>October 20, 2026<\/strong>: Deadline to register for the last exam session based on the current content.<\/p>\n<p><strong>November 23, 2026<\/strong>: Updated version of the theoretical component goes into effect. New content\u00a0deployment and optimization activities will take place from November 23 to 30, 2026. During this period, the portal may be temporarily unavailable, and some features may be limited.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Starting in 2027<\/strong>: The professional exam will be aligned with the updated course content.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>    <\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p><span id=\"what-to-do\">&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"block-wrapper wp-block-acf-wysiwyg\" data-block-name=\"Wysiwyg\">\n<div class=\"bloc-wysiwyg \">\n    <div class=\"container\">\n        <div class=\"wysiwyg \">\n\t<h2>WHAT TO DO<\/h2>\n<p>You can either continue your current path or wait for the new version to go live, whichever works best for you. To learn about the possible impacts, review the scenario that best matches your situation.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>    <\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<div class=\"block-wrapper wp-block-acf-drawers-preview\">\n<div class=\"drawers-preview\">\n    <div class=\"container\">\n        <div class=\"dp-wrapper\">\n                            <div class=\"drawer-item-preview\" data-component=\"drawerItemPreview\">\n    <div class=\"drawer-title\">\n        <h5 >I haven\u2019t started the theoretical component yet<\/h5>\n        <div class=\"drawer-arrow\"><svg width=\"19px\" height=\"21px\" viewBox=\"0 0 19 21\" version=\"1.1\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" xmlns:xlink=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/1999\/xlink\">\n    <g id=\"Symbols\" stroke=\"none\" stroke-width=\"1\" fill=\"none\" fill-rule=\"evenodd\" stroke-linecap=\"round\">\n    <g id=\"Tiroir-\/-ferm\u00e9-avec-apercu\" transform=\"translate(-721.000000, -110.000000)\" stroke=\"#0046F0\"\n           stroke-width=\"2\" class=\"stroke\">\n            <g id=\"Group\" transform=\"translate(720.759431, 110.240569)\">\n                <g id=\"icon\/arrow-mini-copy-3\" transform=\"translate(10.000000, 10.000000) rotate(90.000000) translate(-10.000000, -10.000000) \">\n                    <path d=\"M1,10 L18.531388,10 M11.245014,2 L19,10.235498 M11.245014,18 L19,9.76450199\" id=\"Combined-Shape\"><\/path>\n                <\/g>\n            <\/g>\n        <\/g>\n    <\/g>\n<\/svg>\n<\/div>\n    <\/div>\n    <div class=\"drawer-content\" style=\"display: none;\">\n        <div class=\"wysiwyg \">\n\t<p>You have two options:<\/p>\n<p><strong>Wait for the updated version<\/strong><br \/>\nThe updated version goes online on November 23, 2026. Starting in 2027, the professional exam will be aligned with the updated course content.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Start the current version now<\/strong><br \/>\nAny training you complete before the update will remain recorded in your file and you will not have to pay for them again. To take an exam based on the current content, you must complete all required training and register for the last 2026 exam session by <strong>October 20, 2026<\/strong>, at the latest.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Important<\/strong><br \/>\nYou can register for the exam only after you have completed all required training modules. Registration closes one month before each exam date. The last 2026 exam session is on November 21 in Montr\u00e9al, so you must complete the theoretical component in time to register by October 20.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>        <div class=\"drawer-gradient\"><\/div>\n    <\/div>\n<\/div>\n                            <div class=\"drawer-item-preview\" data-component=\"drawerItemPreview\">\n    <div class=\"drawer-title\">\n        <h5 >I\u2019ve completed less than 50% of the theoretical component<\/h5>\n        <div class=\"drawer-arrow\"><svg width=\"19px\" height=\"21px\" viewBox=\"0 0 19 21\" version=\"1.1\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" xmlns:xlink=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/1999\/xlink\">\n    <g id=\"Symbols\" stroke=\"none\" stroke-width=\"1\" fill=\"none\" fill-rule=\"evenodd\" stroke-linecap=\"round\">\n    <g id=\"Tiroir-\/-ferm\u00e9-avec-apercu\" transform=\"translate(-721.000000, -110.000000)\" stroke=\"#0046F0\"\n           stroke-width=\"2\" class=\"stroke\">\n            <g id=\"Group\" transform=\"translate(720.759431, 110.240569)\">\n                <g id=\"icon\/arrow-mini-copy-3\" transform=\"translate(10.000000, 10.000000) rotate(90.000000) translate(-10.000000, -10.000000) \">\n                    <path d=\"M1,10 L18.531388,10 M11.245014,2 L19,10.235498 M11.245014,18 L19,9.76450199\" id=\"Combined-Shape\"><\/path>\n                <\/g>\n            <\/g>\n        <\/g>\n    <\/g>\n<\/svg>\n<\/div>\n    <\/div>\n    <div class=\"drawer-content\" style=\"display: none;\">\n        <div class=\"wysiwyg \">\n\t<p>Consider the pros and cons of each option.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Wait for the updated version<\/strong><br \/>\nAny course material you have already completed will remain marked as complete in your portal and you will not have to pay for them again. You can continue with the updated content where you left off. You can then take the exam in 2027, when it will be aligned with the new material. An updated study guide will be released in November.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Continue with the current version<\/strong><br \/>\nIf you want to take the exam based on the current content, you must complete all four required modules and register for the last 2026 exam session by <strong>October 20<\/strong>. Any course content still in progress on November 23, 2026, will need to be restarted.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Keep in mind<\/strong><br \/>\nIf you don\u2019t think you\u2019ll finish all the courses in time to register for the last exam of 2026, you may be better off waiting. That way, you can start with the new content and use the streamlined study guide to prepare for the exam in 2027.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>        <div class=\"drawer-gradient\"><\/div>\n    <\/div>\n<\/div>\n                            <div class=\"drawer-item-preview\" data-component=\"drawerItemPreview\">\n    <div class=\"drawer-title\">\n        <h5 >I\u2019ve completed more than 50% of the theoretical component<\/h5>\n        <div class=\"drawer-arrow\"><svg width=\"19px\" height=\"21px\" viewBox=\"0 0 19 21\" version=\"1.1\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" xmlns:xlink=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/1999\/xlink\">\n    <g id=\"Symbols\" stroke=\"none\" stroke-width=\"1\" fill=\"none\" fill-rule=\"evenodd\" stroke-linecap=\"round\">\n    <g id=\"Tiroir-\/-ferm\u00e9-avec-apercu\" transform=\"translate(-721.000000, -110.000000)\" stroke=\"#0046F0\"\n           stroke-width=\"2\" class=\"stroke\">\n            <g id=\"Group\" transform=\"translate(720.759431, 110.240569)\">\n                <g id=\"icon\/arrow-mini-copy-3\" transform=\"translate(10.000000, 10.000000) rotate(90.000000) translate(-10.000000, -10.000000) \">\n                    <path d=\"M1,10 L18.531388,10 M11.245014,2 L19,10.235498 M11.245014,18 L19,9.76450199\" id=\"Combined-Shape\"><\/path>\n                <\/g>\n            <\/g>\n        <\/g>\n    <\/g>\n<\/svg>\n<\/div>\n    <\/div>\n    <div class=\"drawer-content\" style=\"display: none;\">\n        <div class=\"wysiwyg \">\n\t<p>Consider the pros and cons of each option.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Continue with the current version<\/strong><br \/>\nThis may be the best option if you think you can complete all required modules in time to register for the last 2026 exam session. The registration deadline is <strong>October 20<\/strong>. This way, you can finish the theoretical component and take the exam based on the current content in 2026.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Wait for the updated version<\/strong><br \/>\nAny course material you have already completed will remain marked as complete in your portal, and you will not have to pay for it again. You can continue with the updated content from where you left off. Then, you can then take the exam in 2027. However, please note that any course content that\u00a0 still in progress on November 23, 2026, will need to be restarted.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Keep in mind<\/strong><br \/>\nContinuing with the current version could help you complete the theoretical component sooner. If you don\u2019t finish in time to register for the last exam of 2026, you can still pick up where you left off with the updated content.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>        <div class=\"drawer-gradient\"><\/div>\n    <\/div>\n<\/div>\n                            <div class=\"drawer-item-preview\" data-component=\"drawerItemPreview\">\n    <div class=\"drawer-title\">\n        <h5 >I\u2019ve completed all the required modules, but I haven\u2019t signed up for the exam yet<\/h5>\n        <div class=\"drawer-arrow\"><svg width=\"19px\" height=\"21px\" viewBox=\"0 0 19 21\" version=\"1.1\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" xmlns:xlink=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/1999\/xlink\">\n    <g id=\"Symbols\" stroke=\"none\" stroke-width=\"1\" fill=\"none\" fill-rule=\"evenodd\" stroke-linecap=\"round\">\n    <g id=\"Tiroir-\/-ferm\u00e9-avec-apercu\" transform=\"translate(-721.000000, -110.000000)\" stroke=\"#0046F0\"\n           stroke-width=\"2\" class=\"stroke\">\n            <g id=\"Group\" transform=\"translate(720.759431, 110.240569)\">\n                <g id=\"icon\/arrow-mini-copy-3\" transform=\"translate(10.000000, 10.000000) rotate(90.000000) translate(-10.000000, -10.000000) \">\n                    <path d=\"M1,10 L18.531388,10 M11.245014,2 L19,10.235498 M11.245014,18 L19,9.76450199\" id=\"Combined-Shape\"><\/path>\n                <\/g>\n            <\/g>\n        <\/g>\n    <\/g>\n<\/svg>\n<\/div>\n    <\/div>\n    <div class=\"drawer-content\" style=\"display: none;\">\n        <div class=\"wysiwyg \">\n\t<p>If you\u2019ve completed the required modules and want to be tested on the material you\u2019ve studied, register for the professional exam by October 20, 2026.<\/p>\n<p>See the schedule of upcoming exam dates<\/p>\n<p>This is your last opportunity to take the exam based on the current course content and study guide. Starting in 2027, the exam will reflect the updated course content, including about ten updated questions.<\/p>\n<p>If you\u2019ve completed the required modules and want to be tested on the material you\u2019ve studied, <strong>register for the professional exam by October 20, 2026<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.oiq.qc.ca\/en\/futurs-membres\/examinations\/professional-exams\/\">See the schedule of upcoming exam dates<\/a><\/p>\n<p>This is your last opportunity to take the exam based on the current course content and study guide. Starting in 2027, the exam will reflect the updated course content, including about ten updated questions.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Keep in mind<\/strong><br \/>\nSince you\u2019ve completed all the required modules, you\u2019re eligible to take the exam. If you register by October 20, 2026, you\u2019ll be tested on the material you\u2019ve studied and won\u2019t have to wait until 2027 to take the exam.<\/p>\n<p>Since you\u2019ve completed all the required modules, you\u2019re eligible to take the exam. If you register by October 20, 2026, you\u2019ll be tested on the material you\u2019ve studied and won\u2019t have to wait until 2027 to take the exam.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>        <div class=\"drawer-gradient\"><\/div>\n    <\/div>\n<\/div>\n                            <div class=\"drawer-item-preview\" data-component=\"drawerItemPreview\">\n    <div class=\"drawer-title\">\n        <h5 >I\u2019ve completed all the required modules and registered for a 2026 exam<\/h5>\n        <div class=\"drawer-arrow\"><svg width=\"19px\" height=\"21px\" viewBox=\"0 0 19 21\" version=\"1.1\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" xmlns:xlink=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/1999\/xlink\">\n    <g id=\"Symbols\" stroke=\"none\" stroke-width=\"1\" fill=\"none\" fill-rule=\"evenodd\" stroke-linecap=\"round\">\n    <g id=\"Tiroir-\/-ferm\u00e9-avec-apercu\" transform=\"translate(-721.000000, -110.000000)\" stroke=\"#0046F0\"\n           stroke-width=\"2\" class=\"stroke\">\n            <g id=\"Group\" transform=\"translate(720.759431, 110.240569)\">\n                <g id=\"icon\/arrow-mini-copy-3\" transform=\"translate(10.000000, 10.000000) rotate(90.000000) translate(-10.000000, -10.000000) \">\n                    <path d=\"M1,10 L18.531388,10 M11.245014,2 L19,10.235498 M11.245014,18 L19,9.76450199\" id=\"Combined-Shape\"><\/path>\n                <\/g>\n            <\/g>\n        <\/g>\n    <\/g>\n<\/svg>\n<\/div>\n    <\/div>\n    <div class=\"drawer-content\" style=\"display: none;\">\n        <div class=\"wysiwyg \">\n\t<p>No action needed. You\u2019re on track to complete the theoretical component in 2026.<\/p>\n<p><strong>If you take the exam in 2026<\/strong><br \/>\nThe upcoming changes won\u2019t affect you. You\u2019ll take the exam based on the current course content.<\/p>\n<p><strong>If you <\/strong><strong>do not pass<\/strong><strong> and need to retake the exam in 2027<\/strong><br \/>\nIn 2027, the exam will reflect the updated course content, including about ten updated questions. You will have access to the updated study guide and revised training modules in your portal at no additional cost.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Good to know<\/strong><br \/>\nIf you\u2019ve completed all the required modules and are registered for the exam in 2026, there\u2019s nothing else you need to do.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>        <div class=\"drawer-gradient\"><\/div>\n    <\/div>\n<\/div>\n                            <div class=\"drawer-item-preview\" data-component=\"drawerItemPreview\">\n    <div class=\"drawer-title\">\n        <h5 >I didn\u2019t pass the exam on my first try<\/h5>\n        <div class=\"drawer-arrow\"><svg width=\"19px\" height=\"21px\" viewBox=\"0 0 19 21\" version=\"1.1\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" xmlns:xlink=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/1999\/xlink\">\n    <g id=\"Symbols\" stroke=\"none\" stroke-width=\"1\" fill=\"none\" fill-rule=\"evenodd\" stroke-linecap=\"round\">\n    <g id=\"Tiroir-\/-ferm\u00e9-avec-apercu\" transform=\"translate(-721.000000, -110.000000)\" stroke=\"#0046F0\"\n           stroke-width=\"2\" class=\"stroke\">\n            <g id=\"Group\" transform=\"translate(720.759431, 110.240569)\">\n                <g id=\"icon\/arrow-mini-copy-3\" transform=\"translate(10.000000, 10.000000) rotate(90.000000) translate(-10.000000, -10.000000) \">\n                    <path d=\"M1,10 L18.531388,10 M11.245014,2 L19,10.235498 M11.245014,18 L19,9.76450199\" id=\"Combined-Shape\"><\/path>\n                <\/g>\n            <\/g>\n        <\/g>\n    <\/g>\n<\/svg>\n<\/div>\n    <\/div>\n    <div class=\"drawer-content\" style=\"display: none;\">\n        <div class=\"wysiwyg \">\n\t<p>You have two options:<\/p>\n<p><strong>Retake the exam based on the current content<\/strong><br \/>\nIf you want to be tested on the current course content, be sure to register for one of the remaining 2026 exam dates. The deadline to register for the last exam session of 2026 is October 20.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Retake the exam based on the updated content<\/strong><br \/>\nAny course material you have already completed will remain marked as complete in your portal. Starting in 2027, the exam will reflect the updated course content, including about ten updated questions. Since you first prepared with the current version, be sure to review the updated study guide before retaking the exam.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Keep in mind<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>If you want to be tested on the current course content, be sure to register for one of the remaining 2026 exam dates. <strong>The deadline to register is October 20<\/strong>. If needed, you can retake the exam in 2027, but you\u2019ll need to review the updated content available as of November 23, 2026.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>        <div class=\"drawer-gradient\"><\/div>\n    <\/div>\n<\/div>\n                            <div class=\"drawer-item-preview\" data-component=\"drawerItemPreview\">\n    <div class=\"drawer-title\">\n        <h5 >I didn\u2019t pass the exam on my second try<\/h5>\n        <div class=\"drawer-arrow\"><svg width=\"19px\" height=\"21px\" viewBox=\"0 0 19 21\" version=\"1.1\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" xmlns:xlink=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/1999\/xlink\">\n    <g id=\"Symbols\" stroke=\"none\" stroke-width=\"1\" fill=\"none\" fill-rule=\"evenodd\" stroke-linecap=\"round\">\n    <g id=\"Tiroir-\/-ferm\u00e9-avec-apercu\" transform=\"translate(-721.000000, -110.000000)\" stroke=\"#0046F0\"\n           stroke-width=\"2\" class=\"stroke\">\n            <g id=\"Group\" transform=\"translate(720.759431, 110.240569)\">\n                <g id=\"icon\/arrow-mini-copy-3\" transform=\"translate(10.000000, 10.000000) rotate(90.000000) translate(-10.000000, -10.000000) \">\n                    <path d=\"M1,10 L18.531388,10 M11.245014,2 L19,10.235498 M11.245014,18 L19,9.76450199\" id=\"Combined-Shape\"><\/path>\n                <\/g>\n            <\/g>\n        <\/g>\n    <\/g>\n<\/svg>\n<\/div>\n    <\/div>\n    <div class=\"drawer-content\" style=\"display: none;\">\n        <div class=\"wysiwyg \">\n\t<p>If you didn&#8217;t pass the exam on your second try, you\u2019ll need to retake all the required modules before you can register for the exam again. You have two options:<\/p>\n<p><strong>Redo the current training modules and take the exam in 2026<\/strong><br \/>\nIf you want to take the exam based on the current course content, redo the required modules and take the exam this year. The deadline to register for the last exam session of 2026 is October 20. This will allow you to prepare using material you\u2019re already familiar with.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Wait for the updated version<\/strong><br \/>\nStarting November 23, 2026, you will have access to the revised training modules and updated study guide. In 2027, the exam will reflect the updated course content, including about ten updated questions.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Keep in mind<\/strong><br \/>\nSince you\u2019ll need to redo all the required modules, it may be worth waiting for the updated version. This will allow you to benefit from updated training and a more streamlined learning experience. Please note that the fees for retaking the online training after failing the exam remain in effect and are unrelated to the modernization of the theoretical component.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>        <div class=\"drawer-gradient\"><\/div>\n    <\/div>\n<\/div>\n                            <div class=\"drawer-item-preview\" data-component=\"drawerItemPreview\">\n    <div class=\"drawer-title\">\n        <h5 >I\u2019ve completed the theoretical component and passed the exam<\/h5>\n        <div class=\"drawer-arrow\"><svg width=\"19px\" height=\"21px\" viewBox=\"0 0 19 21\" version=\"1.1\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" xmlns:xlink=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/1999\/xlink\">\n    <g id=\"Symbols\" stroke=\"none\" stroke-width=\"1\" fill=\"none\" fill-rule=\"evenodd\" stroke-linecap=\"round\">\n    <g id=\"Tiroir-\/-ferm\u00e9-avec-apercu\" transform=\"translate(-721.000000, -110.000000)\" stroke=\"#0046F0\"\n           stroke-width=\"2\" class=\"stroke\">\n            <g id=\"Group\" transform=\"translate(720.759431, 110.240569)\">\n                <g id=\"icon\/arrow-mini-copy-3\" transform=\"translate(10.000000, 10.000000) rotate(90.000000) translate(-10.000000, -10.000000) \">\n                    <path d=\"M1,10 L18.531388,10 M11.245014,2 L19,10.235498 M11.245014,18 L19,9.76450199\" id=\"Combined-Shape\"><\/path>\n                <\/g>\n            <\/g>\n        <\/g>\n    <\/g>\n<\/svg>\n<\/div>\n    <\/div>\n    <div class=\"drawer-content\" style=\"display: none;\">\n        <div class=\"wysiwyg \">\n\t<p>The upcoming changes won\u2019t affect you.<\/p>\n<p>Starting November 23, 2026, the updated versions of the modules you completed will be available in your portal if you want to review the new content.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>        <div class=\"drawer-gradient\"><\/div>\n    <\/div>\n<\/div>\n                            <div class=\"drawer-item-preview\" data-component=\"drawerItemPreview\">\n    <div class=\"drawer-title\">\n        <h5 >I have a Temporary Restrictive Permit (TRP). How will the theoretical component update affect me?<\/h5>\n        <div class=\"drawer-arrow\"><svg width=\"19px\" height=\"21px\" viewBox=\"0 0 19 21\" version=\"1.1\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" xmlns:xlink=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/1999\/xlink\">\n    <g id=\"Symbols\" stroke=\"none\" stroke-width=\"1\" fill=\"none\" fill-rule=\"evenodd\" stroke-linecap=\"round\">\n    <g id=\"Tiroir-\/-ferm\u00e9-avec-apercu\" transform=\"translate(-721.000000, -110.000000)\" stroke=\"#0046F0\"\n           stroke-width=\"2\" class=\"stroke\">\n            <g id=\"Group\" transform=\"translate(720.759431, 110.240569)\">\n                <g id=\"icon\/arrow-mini-copy-3\" transform=\"translate(10.000000, 10.000000) rotate(90.000000) translate(-10.000000, -10.000000) \">\n                    <path d=\"M1,10 L18.531388,10 M11.245014,2 L19,10.235498 M11.245014,18 L19,9.76450199\" id=\"Combined-Shape\"><\/path>\n                <\/g>\n            <\/g>\n        <\/g>\n    <\/g>\n<\/svg>\n<\/div>\n    <\/div>\n    <div class=\"drawer-content\" style=\"display: none;\">\n        <div class=\"wysiwyg \">\n\t<p>It depends on how far along you are in your preparation.<\/p>\n<p>As with CEP candidates, the course content, study guide, and professional exam questions will be updated. About 55% of the online course content will change, along with roughly ten exam questions.<\/p>\n<p>Modules you have completed in the \u201cParcours de formations pr\u00e9paratoires \u00e0 l\u2019examen professionnel\u201d will remain marked as complete in your portal. If you are well advanced, we recommend completing the mandatory modules before the update. Starting November 23, 2026, you will have access to the revised versions at no additional cost.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Keep in mind<\/strong><br \/>\nYou can continue with the current training or wait for the updated version, which launches on November 23, 2026. In both cases, completed content will remain marked as complete. If you plan to take the exam in 2027, we recommend reviewing the updated content and study guide, since the exam will be aligned with the revised course content.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>        <div class=\"drawer-gradient\"><\/div>\n    <\/div>\n<\/div>\n                    <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<div class=\"block-wrapper wp-block-acf-drawers-faq\">\n<div class=\"drawers-faq full-width\">\n    <div class=\"container\">\n              <div class=\"row\">\n            <div class=\"col-lg-4 df-header\">\n                                    <h2>FAQ<\/h2>\n                                            <\/div>\n            <div class=\"col-lg-8\">\n                                    <div class=\"df-content\">\n                                                                                                                <div id=\"what-content-will-change\" class=\"df-item drawer-item js-drawer-item\" data-component=\"drawerItem\">\n                                    <div class=\"title-wrapper opener\">\n                                        <h3>What content will change?<\/h3>\n                                    <\/div>\n                                    <div class=\"content-wrapper\">\n                                        <div class=\"inner-content\">\n                                            <div class=\"wysiwyg \">\n\t<p>Most modules will be updated, especially Modules 2, 3, 4, and 5. Some content will be added, combined, shortened, or removed. Module 5 will also include a new mock exam. Module 1 will only have minor updates. This <a href=\"https:\/\/www.oiq.qc.ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/schema-formations-oiq.png\">diagram<\/a> in French shows the changes for each module.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>                                        <\/div>\n                                    <\/div>\n                                    <div class=\"arrow-down opener\"><svg width=\"19px\" height=\"21px\" viewBox=\"0 0 19 21\" version=\"1.1\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" xmlns:xlink=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/1999\/xlink\">\n    <g id=\"Symbols\" stroke=\"none\" stroke-width=\"1\" fill=\"none\" fill-rule=\"evenodd\" stroke-linecap=\"round\">\n    <g id=\"Tiroir-\/-ferm\u00e9-avec-apercu\" transform=\"translate(-721.000000, -110.000000)\" stroke=\"#0046F0\"\n           stroke-width=\"2\" class=\"stroke\">\n            <g id=\"Group\" transform=\"translate(720.759431, 110.240569)\">\n                <g id=\"icon\/arrow-mini-copy-3\" transform=\"translate(10.000000, 10.000000) rotate(90.000000) translate(-10.000000, -10.000000) \">\n                    <path d=\"M1,10 L18.531388,10 M11.245014,2 L19,10.235498 M11.245014,18 L19,9.76450199\" id=\"Combined-Shape\"><\/path>\n                <\/g>\n            <\/g>\n        <\/g>\n    <\/g>\n<\/svg>\n<\/div>\n                                <\/div>\n                                                                                                                                            <div id=\"what-happens-to-the-course-content-i-already-paid-for\" class=\"df-item drawer-item js-drawer-item\" data-component=\"drawerItem\">\n                                    <div class=\"title-wrapper opener\">\n                                        <h3>What happens to the training courses I\u2019ve already purchased and completed ?<\/h3>\n                                    <\/div>\n                                    <div class=\"content-wrapper\">\n                                        <div class=\"inner-content\">\n                                            <div class=\"wysiwyg \">\n\t<p>As of November 23, 2026, the current versions of the training courses will be replaced with updated versions in your portal.<\/p>\n<p>If you have already purchased a training module, you will not need to purchase it again as a result of this update. However, any course within that module that is in progress and not completed by November 23, 2026, will need to be restarted from the beginning using the updated version. Courses that have already been completed will retain their completed status in your record.<\/p>\n<p>The theoretical training courses that you completed before November 23, 2026, will remain on your record and will continue to be recognized as completed.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>                                        <\/div>\n                                    <\/div>\n                                    <div class=\"arrow-down opener\"><svg width=\"19px\" height=\"21px\" viewBox=\"0 0 19 21\" version=\"1.1\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" xmlns:xlink=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/1999\/xlink\">\n    <g id=\"Symbols\" stroke=\"none\" stroke-width=\"1\" fill=\"none\" fill-rule=\"evenodd\" stroke-linecap=\"round\">\n    <g id=\"Tiroir-\/-ferm\u00e9-avec-apercu\" transform=\"translate(-721.000000, -110.000000)\" stroke=\"#0046F0\"\n           stroke-width=\"2\" class=\"stroke\">\n            <g id=\"Group\" transform=\"translate(720.759431, 110.240569)\">\n                <g id=\"icon\/arrow-mini-copy-3\" transform=\"translate(10.000000, 10.000000) rotate(90.000000) translate(-10.000000, -10.000000) \">\n                    <path d=\"M1,10 L18.531388,10 M11.245014,2 L19,10.235498 M11.245014,18 L19,9.76450199\" id=\"Combined-Shape\"><\/path>\n                <\/g>\n            <\/g>\n        <\/g>\n    <\/g>\n<\/svg>\n<\/div>\n                                <\/div>\n                                                                                                                                            <div id=\"how-can-i-get-ready-for-the-professional-exam\" class=\"df-item drawer-item js-drawer-item\" data-component=\"drawerItem\">\n                                    <div class=\"title-wrapper opener\">\n                                        <h3>How can I get ready for the professional exam?<\/h3>\n                                    <\/div>\n                                    <div class=\"content-wrapper\">\n                                        <div class=\"inner-content\">\n                                            <div class=\"wysiwyg \">\n\t<p>Complete the four required modules and review the study guide. 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