Until further notice, Alberta is not accepting new applications for designated occupation programs. These programs are being reviewed as part of the transition from the Apprenticeship and Industry Training Act to the Skilled Trades and Apprenticeship Education Act. Please check back at a later date for updates.
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Slickline Services (All Levels)
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Slickline services operations perform a safe, cost-efficient means to complete or enhance production in pressurized or static wellbores. Slickline operations involve the use of slickline, specialty line or braided line in conjunction with operation specific tools to:
- install and retrieve valves, plugs and pressure regulators,
- remove sand and paraffin from the wellbore,
- run instruments to record bottom hole pressure and temperature, and
- install and retrieve gas lift valves.
Those authorized to perform the restricted activities of this designated trade include:
- Sponsored Apprentices,
- Certified Journeypersons
- Individuals deemed qualified by their employer, and
- Self-Employed individuals.
For complete information, see Restricted Activities and Classes of Individuals.
Program Information
| Program | Information & Requirements |
| Trades Qualifier |
You can earn a Journeyperson Certificate based on: The requirements for Slickline Services, depending on the branch, are as follows:
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Program Credit
| Category | Information |
Supporting Resources
Description
Description / Resources |
Resources |
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| Trade Information | Get important information about the duties, working conditions, and skills and abilities needed to work in this trade. (You will be re-directed to the alis website.) | |
| Job Information | View job postings in this trade, and learn about the current job market, average wage and resources for finding a job. (You will be re-directed to the alis website.) | |
| Competency Outline | Get information on all of the program requirements and what you will learn. | |
| Legislation | For more information regarding undertakings, activities, and certification requirements, please review the Designated Trades and Restricted Activities Regulation and the Designated Trades’ Activities and Certification Requirements Order. |
