How to Apply for Oil and Gas Technical Apprenticeship Program (OGTAP) 2024
Qualified individuals are encouraged to apply for the Oil and Gas Technical Apprenticeship Program, overseen by OPITO. This initiative seeks to establish a lasting pool of proficient technicians on a global scale. Accepted candidates will undergo a comprehensive four-year apprenticeship spanning four key disciplines: instrument and control, electrical maintenance, mechanical maintenance, and process operations. Throughout this period, apprentices will acquire accredited qualifications and hands-on training through collaboration with OGTAP sponsoring companies.
The Oil and Gas Technical Apprentice Programme OGTAP Nigeria is the skills and safety organisation for the energy industry. Being an apprentice allows you to gain recognised qualifications, combined with practical training with some of the world’s most innovative oil and gas companies.
The Oil and Gas Technical Apprentice Programme (OGTAP), managed by OPITO and the ECITB, is recognized as one of the most successful apprenticeship schemes of its kind.
Established in 1999, the scheme continues to grow in stature and offers a reputable learning experience whilst providing the oil and gas industry with suitably skilled, trained, and motivated technicians.
OGTAP apprentices have the opportunity to gain recognized qualifications, combined with practical training hosted by OGTAP sponsoring companies.
SUMMARY:
- Program Sponsors: OPITO and supporting Companies
- Program Type: Apprenticeship Program
- Program Location: Not specified
- Program Duration: 4 Years
- Available Slot: Several
- Basic Qualifications: Not specified
- Nationality: Nigerians
Oil and Gas Technical Apprenticeship Program | Eligibility Criteria
To be considered for the Oil and Gas Technical Apprenticeship Program, applicants must meet the following general requirements together with the country specific requirements:
- Applicants must have a National Identity Number (NIN) before applying for the OGTAP Scheme. Applicants are to note that they will be required to verify their NIN before proceeding with the application (NIMC verification charges apply). ALSO NOTE THAT MULTIPLE APPLICATIONS WILL LEAD TO AUTOMATIC DISQUALIFICATION.
- Must be 16-35 years of age by May of the year of applying.
Nigerian Applicants
Ordinary Level(O’ Level) WAEC, NECO, NABTEB, or NBAIS – either external (GCE) or internal and must have a credit grade C in the following subjects.
- Mathematics
- English
- Physics, Chemistry and Mathematics
- One other
Consideration will be given to your application if you have the below qualifications in Engineering, Science, and other related fields:
- Diploma (OND & Others)
- Higher National Diploma (HND/NCE & Others)
- Bachelor Degree (BSc/BENG & Others)
- Post Graduate (PGD/MSC/PHD & Others)
Scotland Applicants
Four National 5 Grades A-C or equivalent
- Mathematics
- English
- Physics, Chemistry or Engineering Science
- One other
Consideration will be accorded application if applicants do not have Physics, Chemistry or Engineering Science but do have:
- Mathematics Higher at Grade C or above
- English at National 5 Grade C or above
- Two other subjects at National 5 Grade C or above
England, Wales and Northern Ireland Applicants
Four GCSE (or equivalent) Grade 4 or above:
- Mathematics
- English Language
- Double Science or one from Physics, Chemistry or an appropriate Technological subject
- One other subject
Consideration will be given application if applicants do not have Double Science, Physics, Chemistry or Technological Subject requirements but do have the following:
- Mathematics at GCSE Grade 7 or above
- English Language at GCSE Grade 4 or above
- Two other GCSE subjects at Grade 4 or above
International qualifications are accepted; however applicants must submit evidence that their qualifications are equivalent to programme entry requirements.
Application Procedures Oil and Gas Technical Apprenticeship Program (OGTAP) 2024
How-to-Apply: Interested applicants for the Oil and Gas Technical Apprenticeship Program 2024 are to complete an online application process and provide all the required information and documents by the application deadline.
Application Deadline: 30 November 2023
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How to Apply for Oil and Gas Technical Apprenticeship Program (OGTAP) 2024
