Why AWCC Leads the Way in Well Control Training

September 19, 2025

At AWCC, well control isn’t just one of the courses we deliver, it’s the foundation of who we are. Our training programs are built on more than 150 years of combined field experience, led by instructors who have lived and worked in drilling, rigs, and well control operations. This depth of expertise allows us to deliver courses that don’t just tick compliance boxes, but genuinely prepare participants for the realities of the field.

Our Unique Point of Difference

Unlike many training providers, AWCC was founded by IWCF Well Control experts, making us one of the only organisations in Queensland, and possibly Australia, with such a specialised origin. Well control training has always been our “bread and butter,” and that’s what makes our programs stand apart.

We deliver internationally recognised IWCF Level 3 and 4 Well Control courses, equipping drillers and supervisors with the knowledge, skills, and certification required to operate safely and effectively in high-pressure environments.

Our industry partners consistently tell us it’s this deep understanding of what the sector truly needs, both in terms of technical quality and service, that sets AWCC apart from competitors.

From Industry Demand to Industry Leader

In 2015, AWCC became a Registered Training Organisation (RTO) at the request of major drilling contractors who were seeking a higher standard of training. Since then, we’ve delivered nationally accredited programs to leading operating companies and contractors across the oil and gas industry.

We were built because the industry asked for something better, and our ability to combine real-world rig and well control knowledge with structured, accredited training has provided that solution.

Recognised for Quality and Safety

Our commitment to excellence was further recognised when AWCC was appointed as an Approved Program Provider for Safer Together’s Industry Safety Induction (ISI). Since then, we’ve proudly overseen the rollout and continued success of the ISI program across Queensland.

This recognition reflects our core belief: that safety and competency go hand in hand, and that quality training is non-negotiable.

Why Quality Training Matters Now More Than Ever

In today’s environment, with increasing emphasis on competency management and the introduction of industrial manslaughter laws in Queensland, the stakes are high. Choosing a training provider is no longer about price or simply ticking a box. The RTO you select must deliver the kind of training that reduces incidents, empowers your workforce, and ensures every worker returns home safely.

At AWCC, that’s exactly what we deliver.

Build a Safer Future with AWCC

When it comes to well control, there’s no substitute for experience. AWCC brings decades of rig and well control expertise into the classroom, providing the industry with training that is rigorous, relevant, and reliable.

If you’re ready to partner with a training organisation that’s trusted by industry and committed to quality, explore our upcoming IWCF Well Control courses today.

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