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Welcome to the Atlantic Petroleum Training College

Start training for your oil and gas industry career. Train on an oilrig in Dartmouth, Nova Scotia to gain hands-on experience. The oil and gas industry wants floorhands (Roughnecks) in Western Canada. The Atlantic Petroleum Training College provides direction and opportunity for our students in the oil and gas industry. The college sets a standard for excellence in safety and world class hands-on training.

Certificate Programs

The Atlantic Petroleum Training College (APTC), offers a certificate program in oilfield training. This program provides an opportunity for unskilled individuals to take advantage of quality hands-on training to begin a successful career in the oil and gas industry. This program provides the knowledge and skills to work safely and productively as part of an oilrig team. In addition to the core program, mandatory H2S Alive and 2-day Standard First Aid with Level A are given. Potential earnings for an individual starting in this dynamic industry can exceed $60,000 per year. Learn More…

Employment Opportunities

Many production and well servicing companies in western Canada recognize that Atlantic Petroleum Training College provides quality training that prepares you for a successful career in the oil and gas industry. Read letters directly from the industry. Learn More…

Mission and Goals

Teach and instill in each student:

• the importance of developing and maintaining a strong work ethic.
• a positive level of confidence that builds self-esteem and a good attitude.
• a healthy respect for all aspects of oilrig safety, positive motivation and oilrig work skills.
• the building of character to set and achieve career goals.

Associates Oilfield Employment Services

Associates Oilfield Employment Services (AEOS) is a placement service affiliated with Atlantic Petroleum Training College (APTC). This service is provided to APTC students only. It has secured employment for more than 1600 Atlantic Canadians since January 2003. Associates has a 100% success rate. These 1600+ clients began working in the oilfield very soon after graduation.

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