NCCER's Enhanced Pipeline Program

Program Features

  • Training and testing available online
  • Streamlined qualification process
  • Individual training modules for each covered task with knowledge and performance exams
  • Integrated performance exams developed in accordance with API RP 1161, 3rd edition
  • All covered task training and qualification modules incorporate task-specific AOCs
  • Pipeline testing administered online through the new NCCER Testing System

NCCER has been providing pipeline resources for over fifteen years and prides itself on safety, quality and results. Contact NCCER today to start using this comprehensive training and qualification system.

Pipeline Career Pathway Training

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The newly established pipeline career pathway provides the recognition pipeline professionals deserve through standardized training and industry-recognized credentials. These books consist of modules compiled together to provide levels of training for pipeline professionals. Annotated Instructor Guides with teaching outlines are available in print as well.

All ISBNs and further ordering information are available on the NCCER Bookstore at www.nccer.org/catalog.

Covered Task Modules

A list of covered task modules has been compiled into PDF format. Click the link below to download.

New Covered Tasks OQ Crosswalk

Individual Ordering (Ebook Only)
Purchase individual covered task modules in an ebook format which can be used as a study guide for OQ.

  • Go to www.NCCER.org/pipeline-program
  • Click on Individual Ordering
  • Click on the covered task needed
  • You will now be on VitalSource website where you can purchase the covered task training module ($18 each)
  • Once purchased it will be available immediately
  • Tests for qualification can only be done with an NCCER Accredited Training Sponsor

Instructor/Program Ordering
Allows an instructor/organization to make bulk purchases in both print and digital (this is not an ebook, it is a PDF with no interactive features, but can be viewed on a computer or mobile device. It does not work offline like VitalSource.)

  • Website is www.pearsoncollections.com, there is a minimum 10 copies, but it can be of the same module
  • Digital copies can be added by selecting the option when ordering
  • Printed books take 3 weeks, digital PDFs take 5 days
  • Trainee Guides (full books) still available for $100/per level
  • In order to test trainees, the new NCCER Testing System will have to be used

Performance Profile Sheets

Click on the paperclips in the spreadsheet below to download PDFs of the performance profiles for each covered task module.

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Pipeline Webinar Training Series

We have conducted webinars that cover topics such as general program overview, training materials and how to use the new testing system.



Frequently Asked Questions

Q: How should I manage my current assessment inventory?
A: We encourage you to use up what you can in the coming months and be cautious placing new assessment orders as you will only be able to submit until September 1.

Q: Do I have to train? I have always just tested.
A: No. You can continue to just test, although NCCER strongly encourages everyone to offer training prior to testing.

Q: Will paper testing still be available?
A: Yes, paper testing will still be available. More details will be coming out soon.

Q: Do we have to test both written and performance?
A: This is up to the requirements of each operator. Only pipeline operators (not NCCER) can determine the qualification requirements of workers, contractors and subcontractors working on their pipeline.