Did you know that in the past 5 years, 164 participants from 36 countries have taken this course with IATA?

About the course

5-day (40 hours) classroom course

This course teaches the basics of operational aviation security (AVSEC), providing an overview of the latest security issues, threats, and technological developments. With a focus on ICAO and IATA documentation, gain tools to implement international security procedures within your organization.

Course Code: TSAP-02

Course format

• This classroom course provides 5 days (40 hours) of instruction delivered by an official IATA Instructor.
• Take this course at an IATA Training Center, Regional Training Partner, or on-demand as in-house training.
• Student performance will be based on an assessment.

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 login to your Training Account.
• Register early and save up to 20% at our Training Centers! Please read the Terms and Conditions for the early bird discount.

In-house training

To arrange in-house training for your company, please complete the in-house training request form or contact the Training Specialist in your region.

What you will learn

On completion of this course you will be able to:

• Learn the structure and roles of major aviation security organizations
• Evaluate threat and risk involved in security planning
• Execute security concepts and integrate them into an airport security plan

Course content

The key topics that are covered during this course include:

• International aviation security laws and legal obligations
• Current threats and risks to the aviation industry
• Control of access to airport security restricted areas
• Screening of passenger and cabin baggage
• Risk assessment and contingency planning
• Emerging technologies and equipment
• Command and control of response to major incidents

Activities

• Design a full airport security concept with a team
• Analyse case studies highlighting recent industry developments

Who should attend

This course is recommended for:

• Representatives from civil aviation authorities
• Airline and airport-based and government personnel with AVSEC responsibilities
• Law enforcement personnel responsible for the overview of security measures

Certificate awarded

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.