Air Cargo Security (LIVE virtual classroom)

Did you know that in the past 5 years, 160 participants from 33 countries have taken this course with IATA?

4-day (18 hours) LIVE virtual classroom course

In the changing landscape of criminal attacks on civil aviation and security regulations, the role of the Security Manager is vital in assuring efficient and compliant operations. Over 4 days in IATA's Air Cargo security course, you will learn essential management and administration techniques so you will be able to run and integrate with your organization’s business goal while complying with national and international legislation. Through daily exercises, test your ability to work under pressure in crisis situations and how to respond to common problems you may face in your daily operations.

Course Code: TSCG-02-VC

Course format

• The live sessions of this virtual classroom course are delivered by an official IATA Instructor.
• The course will take you approximately 18 hours to complete and be held over 4 consecutive days.
• There will be 2 live interactive virtual classroom sessions per day, each session will be 120 minutes.
• The live sessions will require your participation, with multiple Q&A sessions and additional time spent on self-study material including projects, research, additional reading and videos.
• Student performance will be based on an assessment.

Technical requirements

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Prerequisites

• Recommended level is Intermediate.
• The recommended level of language proficiency is ICAO Operational Level 4 for courses in English or the equivalent level for other languages.

How to register

• When you click the Register button, you will be directed to log in to your Training Account. Please have your login details ready.
• Register early and save up to 25% at our Training Centers! Please read the Terms and Conditions for the early bird discount. The discount will be calculated at the time of payment.

To arrange in-house training for your company: Complete the in-house training request form or contact the B2B Training Specialist in your region.

Virtual venues

We schedule our virtual classroom courses through one of 3 virtual venues, each in a different time zone for your convenience. For more information, please visit our page on virtual classroom timing or contact our Customer Portal.

Please check the exact schedule of each class below (View more details) and click ‘Register’.

Upon completing this course you will be able to:

• Evaluate the principles of the air cargo chain to identify potential security risks
• Apply the ICAO Annex 17 on cargo security
• Review the national civil aviation security programs applicable in your area
• Manage day-to-day and emergency situations

The key topics that are covered during this course include:

• Review of civil aviation threats and responses after 9/11
• Regulatory authorities and the enforcement of air cargo laws
• Commonly used cargo and handling terms
• Regulated Agent concept
• Cargo security risk assessment throughout the supply chain
• Air mail security
• Improvised Explosive Devices (IEDs) and concealed weapons recognition
• Cargo terminal access control
• IOSA cargo security standards and compliance

This course is recommended for security staff and management from:

• Airline cargo departments
• Air cargo service providers
• Police and customs authorities
• Civil Aviation Authority representatives

An IATA Certificate of Completion is awarded to participants obtaining a grade of 80% or higher on all exercises and exams. A special distinction is awarded to participants obtaining a grade of 90% or higher.