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Skid Steer - Blended
A blended skid steer course for new and recertifying operators that combines online theory with a practical on-site assessment. Learners work through the full operating workflow at their own pace, then are trained and assessed on safe, legally compliant skid steer operation.
What you’ll learn
- Understand regulatory responsibilities and competency requirements
- Apply skid steer stability and load-handling principles
- Complete pre-use inspections and documentation
- Operate safely across terrain and slopes
- Follow shutdown and emergency response procedures
Who it’s for
- New skid steer operators
- Operators recertifying
What you’ll cover
- Regulatory responsibilities and the general duty clause
- Competency and authorization requirements
- Machine components and hydraulic systems
- Stability principles and load dynamics
- Control systems and safe operating techniques
- Pre-use inspections and documentation
- Safe travel and movement
- Terrain and slope hazards
- Attachments and quick-coupler systems
- Entry and exit procedures
- Shutdown and cold weather operation
- Emergency response including rollover and entrapment
From registration to certification
Theory online at your own pace — skills proven in person. Here’s the whole path:
- 1RegisterPick a date below and reserve your seat — online access follows right away.
- 2Learn onlineWork through the theory on any device, whenever it suits — your personal link arrives in your confirmation email.
- 3Practise in personA short, hands-on session for the skills that can only be done in the room.
- 4Be assessedYour instructor confirms every required skill — no separate written exam.
- ✓CertifiedYour credential is issued — verifiable any time at /verify.
Completion & certification
To receive your credentials you must attend and complete the entirety of the course and complete all the necessary components as required by the course provider.
- You receiveAlpha Certificate of Completion
- ValidityValid 36 months
- DeliveryBlended · 1 day in person
- JurisdictionCanada
Upcoming dates
No public dates scheduled for this course right now — we run it on request, and we schedule quickly once there is interest.
Common questions
Who is Skid Steer - Blended for?
New skid steer operators; Operators recertifying.
How long is Skid Steer - Blended valid for?
The certificate is valid for 36 months from the course completion date, after which recertification is required.
How is the course delivered?
It's blended: the theory is completed online at your own pace, followed by a short in-person session to practise and be assessed. Less time off work, same certification.
Can you deliver this course on-site for our crew?
Yes. Any course in our catalogue can run at your yard, camp, or office anywhere in BC and Alberta — based in Fort St. John, we travel province-wide. Request an on-site quote for group pricing.
What does Skid Steer - Blended cost?
$299 + GST per person. Group and on-site rates are available on request.