Develop a solid foundation for your cargo career by gaining knowledge and skills to accept and handle special cargo products such as dangerous goods, live animals, perishables and pharmaceuticals.

The regulatory requirements for transporting special cargo by air are complex and detailed. The IATA Diploma in Special Cargo helps you understand the intricacies of these regulations and allows you to safely and efficiently handle special commodities.

This diploma prepares you to

• Intensify your study of time and temperature-sensitive cargos and the value-added service they require
• Make appropriate arrangements and reservations for international air cargo shipments
• Explore the latest industry trends and types of perishable commodities transported by air
• Explore the latest industry trends and types of Live Animals transported by air

Key subjects

Preparation of dangerous goods for air transport

• Classification and identification
• Packing, marking and labeling
• Documentation

Acceptance of dangerous goods

• Storage
• Loading
• Emergency procedures

Live animal regulations

• Containers
• Country and operator restrictions
• Documentation
• CITES

Industry standards and best practices for perishable cargo transport

• Cargo agents
• Cargo operations managers
• Cargo supervisors
• Regulatory compliance specialists

Candidates must complete four courses within two years.

A candidate must achieve a passing mark of 70% on any assignment or exam. To achieve distinction, a candidate must obtain 90%.