In person
Hands-on experience in the classroom and in the field, at our facilities or yours.
Specialized training and consulting for Oil & Gas
Developing competence. Strengthening operations.
HCT brings together specialized training, technical consulting and competency development to help organizations strengthen their teams, optimize their operations and achieve sustainable results.
Who we are
A firm built to turn the challenges of the hydrocarbons industry into solutions and results.
HCT – Heredia Consulting & Training is a firm specialized in training, technical consulting and competency development for the oil and gas industry.
We help organizations strengthen their talent, optimize operational performance and develop technical solutions aligned with the real needs of the business.
Our approach is specialized. Every program, methodology and solution is designed around the technical, operational and regulatory challenges of the industry, combining knowledge, field experience and practical application.
- Experience across Latin America and international markets.
- Practical, results-driven solutions.
- Instructors and consultants with extensive industry experience.
- Programs tailored to each organization's technical and operational needs.
15+years of team experience in Oil & Gas
500+professionals trained by our team
5countries with execution capability
2service languages: Spanish and English
Our solutions
Technical and competency development solutions for Oil & Gas.
Training and consulting aligned with the real challenges of operations.
Specialized training
Technical programs in production, artificial lift, facilities, drilling and management, in person, virtual or hybrid.
Technical consulting
Expert support to diagnose, optimize and improve the performance of systems and operations, together with international partners.
Competency development
Models, assessment and learning paths to close gaps and make sure knowledge reaches the field.
From knowledge to field application.
Request a proposalAreas of specialization
Technical specialization at every stage of the operation.
Select a discipline to see its courses.
IADC Certifications
IADC-certified programs.
HCT provides access to IADC-certified programs through partnerships with specialized, authorized providers, offering solutions aligned with the industry's training needs.
Request information- WellSharp DrillingIADC well control certification for drilling operations.
- RigPassRig induction and safety.
- Stuck Pipe PreventionPreventing and managing stuck pipe.
- Rig InspectionEquipment and operations inspection.
- H₂S OperationsWorking safely around hydrogen sulfide.
Our methodology
From need to result.
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Diagnosis
We identify needs, gaps and improvement opportunities.
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Design
We develop solutions adapted to the technical and operational context.
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Execution
We deliver programs and projects with industry experts.
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Validation
We assess results, knowledge transfer and impact.
Training formats
Flexibility for every operation.
Virtual
Live classes with real interaction, downloadable materials and online assessment.
Hybrid
The best of both: theory online and in-person practice where it matters most.
From Ecuador to the continent
International coverage.
Execution capability and collaboration with experts and partners across Latin America and international markets.
- EcuadorHeadquarters
- Colombia
- Peru
- Venezuela
- United States
Leadership
Committed to your success.
Santiago Heredia
Founder & CEO
A professional with more than 15 years of experience in the Oil & Gas industry, mainly at Schlumberger, leading initiatives in training, competency development, project management and business development across Latin America.
Founder of HCT – Heredia Consulting & Training, a firm created to bring together industry experience, technical knowledge and results-driven training and consulting solutions.
View LinkedIn profileMission
To train and certify energy-industry professionals to international standards, connecting business strategy with the real capability of each team.
Vision
By 2035, to be the benchmark for certified technical training in Latin America's Oil & Gas industry, known for the excellence of our programs and for developing world-class talent.
Strategic partners
Partnerships that strengthen our value.
Our partnerships extend HCT's international and technical capability with firms specialized in engineering, training and consulting.
QTraining & Supplies
Specialized training for drilling and workover.
Alpha Consultoría
Training and consulting in Project Management, Agile and AI.
MSI International Inc.
United States
MSI International Inc. is a U.S. engineering firm specialized in Oil & Gas, recognized for its expertise in production, multiphase flow, flow assurance and production system optimization.
FAQ
What clients often ask.
Are your certifications valid internationally?
Yes. IADC courses lead to certifications from the International Association of Drilling Contractors (IADC), recognized by operators and contractors worldwide. The rest of the portfolio follows international industry standards and best practices.
What training formats do you offer?
In person (at our facilities or yours), live virtual sessions, and hybrid. Every format keeps the same course hours and the same assessment rigor.
Do you work with companies outside Ecuador?
Yes. We have execution capability, with experts and partners, in Ecuador, Colombia, Peru, Venezuela and the United States, virtually, hybrid or in person depending on the project. Contracts and deliverables in Spanish or English.
What does the engagement process look like?
We start with a diagnostic meeting to understand your team's needs. We then send a tailored technical and financial proposal and, once approved, coordinate dates, instructors and logistics.
Can you design a program around my operation?
That is how we usually work. We can run courses on your operation's real data and align learning paths with your competency model.
Contact us
Ready to strengthen your operation.
Tell us what your team needs and we'll reply with a tailored proposal.
- Phone & WhatsApp
- +593 99 583 1294
- Location
- Quito, Ecuador
Do you have a technical challenge or a training need?
We develop solutions adapted to the needs of your organization and its operations.
Let's talk