Online Assessments
Through online exams, guides and expedition leaders test their knowledge of AECO guidelines and relevant regulations.
Annual Tests
AECO’s members have decided that field staff and designated crew must complete the Online Assessments annually.
What do the Assessments Consist of?
The assessments focus on AECO’s guidelines and principles, along with knowledge of Svalbard, Greenland, Canada, and Iceland.
Each test consists of multiple-choice and yes/no questions.
Responsibility
Operating members are responsible for ensuring staff compliance with AECO obligations.
Test Certificate
A score of 85% or higher on each test is required to pass.
A certificate can be downloaded and forwarded to the employer as documentation after passing a test.
Last update: 16. April 2025