International Certifications

The OPITO Global Foundation Training Certificate in Introduction to Oil and Gas Processing provides an introduction to the basic principles of oil and gas processing operations.

As well as providing an introduction to how the oil and gas industry operates, Candidates will develop knowledge of safe working practices, the plant/equipment that is used in processing operations and how to use processing drawings.

The Training Certificate is designed for Candidates with either very little or no prior experience of a processing workshop environment. It would be suitable for individuals wishing to progress to a career as a Process Technician and also for individuals who would like an overview of processing operations.

This Training Certificate is at Oil and Gas Foundation Level. This is broadly comparable to training at SCQF level 3, QCF at entry level and EQF at level 1.

On successful completion of the Training Certificate, Candidates can progress to the OPITO Global 1 Training Certificate: Basic Oil and Gas Processing.

The OPITO Global 1 Training Certificate in Basic Oil and Gas Processing provides an introduction to the practical skills required to carry out basic processing operations in an oil and gas processing training workshop.

Candidates will also develop their knowledge of safe working practices, processing operations and the use of processing drawings.

The Training Certificate is designed for individuals wishing to progress to a career as a Process Technician and also would also be relevant for individuals who would like to develop a basic understanding of, and/or some basic skills in, processing operations e.g. Maintenance Technicians.

It is recommended that Candidates complete the OPITO Global Foundation Training Certificate: Introduction to Oil and Gas Processing or equivalent training before undertaking this Training Certificate.

This Training Certificate is at Oil and Gas Level 1. This is broadly comparable to training at SCQF level 4, S/NVQ level 1, QCF level 1 and EQF level 2.

On successful completion of the Training Certificate, Candidates can progress to the OPITO Global 2 Training Certificate: Oil and Gas Processing.

The OPITO Global 2 Training Certificate in Oil and Gas Processing will develop Candidates’ knowledge and practical skills in carrying out processing operations in an oil and gas processing training workshop.

Candidates will gain experience of operating a range of oil and gas processes and also develop their knowledge of safe systems of work and the use of processing drawings.

The Training Certificate is designed to prepare individuals for a career as a Process Technician. It would also be relevant for individuals who would like to develop skills in one or more processing operation. This could include existing Process Technicians who would like to expand their skills.

It is recommended that Candidates complete the OPITO Global 1 Training Certificate: Basic Oil and Gas Processing or equivalent training before undertaking this Training Certificate.

This Training Certificate is at Oil and Gas Level 2. This is broadly comparable to training at SCQF level 5, S/NVQ level 2, QCF level 2 and EQF level 3.

On successful completion of the Training Certificate, Candidates can progress to developing their skills in the workplace.

The OPITO Global Foundation Certificate in Introduction to Maintenance Workshop Practice provides an introduction to the basic principles of working in a maintenance workshop.

The OPITO Global Foundation Certificate in Introduction to Maintenance Workshop Practice is jointly awarded by OPITO and SQA and successful Candidates who complete the relevant Training Standards will be
issued with a joint OPITO/SQA certificate.

This Foundation Training Certificate is broadly comparable to training at SCQF level 3, QCF at entry level and EQF at level 1.

On successful completion of this Training Certificate, Candidates can progress to the OPITO Global Training Certificates at Oil and Gas 1 for Basic Maintenance Practice.

The OPITO Global 1 Training Certificate: Basic Maintenance Practice provides an introduction to the maintenance techniques required in an oil and gas maintenance workshop.

The OPITO Global 1 Training Certificate for Basic Maintenance Practice is jointly awarded by OPITO and SQA and successful Candidates who complete the relevant Training Standards will be issued with a joint OPITO/SQA certificate.

This Training Certificate is at Oil and Gas Level 1. This is broadly comparable to training at SCQF level 4, S/NVQ level 1, QCF level 1 and EQF level 2.

On successful completion of this Training Certificate, Candidates can progress to ONE of the craft specific OPITO Global 1 Basic Maintenance Practice Training Certificates.

The OPITO Global 1 Training Certificate: Basic Mechanical Maintenance Practice provides an introduction to the mechanical maintenance techniques required in an oil and gas maintenance workshop.

The OPITO Global 1 Training Certificate for Basic Mechanical Maintenance Practice is jointly awarded by OPITO and SQA and successful Candidates who complete the relevant Training Standards will be issued with a joint OPITO/SQA certificate.

This Training Certificate is at Oil and Gas Level 1. This is broadly comparable to training at SCQF level 4, S/NVQ level 1, QCF level 1 and EQF level 2.

On successful completion of this Training Certificate, Candidates can progress to the OPITO Global 2 Training Certificate for Mechanical Maintenance Practice.

The OPITO Global 1 Training Certificate: Basic Instrument and Control Maintenance Practice provides an introduction to the instrument and control maintenance techniques required in an oil and gas maintenance workshop.

The OPITO Global 1 Training Certificate for Basic Instrument and Control Maintenance Practice is jointly awarded by OPITO and SQA and successful Candidates who complete the relevant Training Standards will be issued with a joint OPITO/SQA certificate.

This Training Certificate is at Oil and Gas Level 1. This is broadly comparable to training at SCQF level 4, S/NVQ level 1, QCF level 1 and EQF level 2.

On successful completion of this Training Certificate, Candidates can progress to the OPITO Global 2 Training Certificate for Instrument and Control Maintenance Practice.

The OPITO Global 1 Training Certificate: Basic Electrical Maintenance Practice provides an introduction to the electrical maintenance techniques required in an oil and gas maintenance workshop.

The OPITO Global 1 Training Certificate for Basic Electrical Maintenance Practice is jointly awarded by OPITO and SQA and successful Candidates who complete the relevant Training Standards will be issued with a joint OPITO/SQA certificate.

This Training Certificate is at Oil and Gas Level 1. This is broadly comparable to training at SCQF level 4, S/NVQ level 1, QCF level 1 and EQF level 2.

On successful completion of this Training Certificate, Candidates can progress to the OPITO Global 2 Training Certificate for Electrical Maintenance Practice.

The OPITO Global Engineering Foundation Training Certificate: Introduction to Mechanical and Electrical Engineering is an optional training qualification and introduces the basic knowledge and principles of working in a mechanical and electrical engineering environment in the renewable energies industry.

The OPITO Global Engineering Foundation Training Certificate: Introduction to Mechanical and Electrical Engineering is jointly awarded by OPITO and SQA and successful Candidates who complete the relevant Training Standards will be issued with a joint OPITO/SQA certificate.

This Engineering Foundation Training Certificate is broadly comparable to training at SCQF level 3, QCF at entry level and EQF at level 1.

On successful completion of this Training Certificate, Candidates can progress to the OPITO Global Training Certificates at Renewable Energy Foundation.

The OPITO Global Renewable Energies Foundation Training Certificate: Renewable Energies Foundation introduces the basic principles of working in the renewable energies industry.

The OPITO Global Renewable Energies Foundation Training Certificate: Renewable Energies Foundation is jointly awarded by OPITO and SQA and successful Candidates who complete the relevant Training Standards will be issued with a joint OPITO/SQA certificate.

This Engineering Foundation Training Certificate is broadly comparable to training at SCQF level 3, QCF at entry level and EQF at level 1.

On successful completion of this Training Certificate, Candidates can progress to the OPITO Global Training Certificates at Renewable Energy 1