Competency-Based Training for Dangerous Goods Instructors (classroom)

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5-day (40 hours) classroom course

IATA Competency-Based Training for Dangerous Goods Instructor aviation training course

This course is recommended for Instructors of Dangerous Goods training as per IATA's DGR - section 1.5 Find out more about the CBTA approach, current courses and previous corresponding categories.

Under a Competency-Based Training and Assessment (CBTA) approach, the instructor plays a critical role in facilitating the trainees’ progression toward their achievement of relevant competencies. The instructor is also required to be actively involved in evaluating the effectiveness of the training program to support continuous improvement. In this course, you will acquire techniques and strategies to plan robust CBTA-compliant dangerous goods training programs. You will learn how to develop training sessions, impart knowledge through active learning, sequence learning activities to ensure an effective mix and flow, and conclude training sessions with an emphasis on a competency-focused approach. You will have ample opportunities to learn and practice a variety of core techniques to lead adult learning, communication and presentation skills, and effective facilitation techniques. Furthermore, you will obtain practical, workable solutions for successful classroom management and media usage.

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Course Code: CECB-08

Course format

Prerequisites

  • Participants should have successfully completed a relevant dangerous goods training program and possess a valid certificate attesting the same.
  • Recommended level is Intermediate.
  • The recommended level of language proficiency is ICAO Operational Level 4 or the equivalent for courses held in languages other than English.

How to register

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.

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Competency-Based Training for Dangerous Goods Instructors (classroom)

Hong Kong SAR, China (IATA)
24 - 28 February, 2025
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All prices are before tax and include applicable discounts.
Class no: 230657
English
USD 2,695
USD 3,465
Regular
USD 3,855

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For Hong Kong residents in full-time employment in the aviation sector
IATA is constantly striving to make aviation training as accessible as possible, and so we have collaborated with the Professional Training and Examination Refund Scheme (ProTERS), which offers refunds for approved courses/exams taken from July 2023 to June 2026. Successful applicants can receive an 80% refund, up to a maximum of HK$30,000 or the course/exam cost, whichever is lower. Find out more

Competency-Based Training for Dangerous Goods Instructors (classroom)

Singapore, Singapore (IATA)
3 - 7 March, 2025
Register before Feb 10, 2025 to take advantage of the USD100 Early Bird discount. The price below includes this discount.
Please register by 10 Feb
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All prices are before tax and include applicable discounts.
Class no: 230525
English
USD 2,595
USD 3,365
Regular
USD 3,755

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Competency-Based Training for Dangerous Goods Instructors (classroom)

United States, Miami (IATA)
10 - 14 March, 2025
Register before Feb 17, 2025 to take advantage of the USD100 Early Bird discount. The price below includes this discount.
Please register by 17 Feb
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All prices are before tax and include applicable discounts.
Class no: 229775
English
USD 2,595
USD 3,365
Regular
USD 3,755

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Competency-Based Training for Dangerous Goods Instructors (classroom)

Switzerland, Geneva (IATA)
31 March - 4 April, 2025
Register before Mar 10, 2025 to take advantage of the USD100 Early Bird discount. The price below includes this discount.
Please register by 10 Mar
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All prices are before tax and include applicable discounts.
Class no: 230192
English
USD 2,595
USD 3,365
Regular
USD 3,755

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Competency-Based Training for Dangerous Goods Instructors (classroom)

Sri Lanka, Colombo (UL-RTP)
21 - 25 April, 2025
Please register by 30 Mar
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Class no: 235497
English
USD 2,695
USD 3,465
Regular
USD 3,855

Registration

This class is offered in partnership with SriLanka Aviation College (UL).
Please refer to the SrilLanka Aviation College for the final price.

Shehan Weldt
Senior Marketing & Business Development Coordinator
SriLankan Aviation College - SriLankan Airlines Ltd
Airline Center BIA
Katunayake
Sri Lanka

Tel: +94 744 449 999
Email: shehan.weldt@srilankan.com

Competency-Based Training for Dangerous Goods Instructors (classroom)

Hong Kong SAR, Hong Kong (MCAA-RTP)
28 April - 2 May, 2025
Please register by 06 Apr
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All prices are before tax and include applicable discounts.
Class no: 239759
English
USD 2,695
USD 3,465
Regular
USD 3,855

Registration

This class is offered in cooperation with Menzies CNAC Aviation Academy (formerly JAA). Please refer to Menzies CNAC Aviation Academy for the final price.

Menzies CNAC Aviation Academy
4/F CNAC House
12 Tung Fai Road
Hong Kong International Airport

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Competency-Based Training for Dangerous Goods Instructors (classroom)

United States, Miami (IATA)
19 - 23 May, 2025
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Please register by 28 Apr
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All prices are before tax and include applicable discounts.
Class no: 229776
English
USD 2,156
USD 2,772
Regular
USD 3,084

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Competency-Based Training for Dangerous Goods Instructors (classroom)

Türkiye, Istanbul (TKAA-RTP)
26 - 30 May, 2025
Please register by 04 May
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All prices are before tax and include applicable discounts.
Class no: 226881
English
USD 2,695
USD 3,465
Regular
USD 3,855

Registration


This class is offered in cooperation with Turkish Airlines Aviation Academy (TKAA).
A regional price applies to residents of Türkiye. Please refer to TKAA for the final price.

Turkish Airlines Aviation Academy (TKAA)
Ataturk Airport; Gate B 34149 Yesilkoy
Istanbul
Türkiye

For more information please contact:

You may also register on the Turkish Airlines Aviation Academy (TAA) website:

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Competency-Based Training for Dangerous Goods Instructors (classroom)

Singapore, Singapore (IATA)
9 - 13 June, 2025
Register before Mar 09, 2025 to take advantage of the 20% Early Bird discount (only for payment by credit card or ICH)*. The price below includes this discount. *Terms apply
Please register by 19 May
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All prices are before tax and include applicable discounts.
Class no: 230528
English
USD 2,156
USD 2,772
Regular
USD 3,084

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Competency-Based Training for Dangerous Goods Instructors (classroom)

United Arab Emirates, Abu Dhabi (IATA)
21 - 25 July, 2025
Register before Apr 21, 2025 to take advantage of the 20% Early Bird discount (only for payment by credit card or ICH)*. The price below includes this discount. *Terms apply
Please register by 10 Feb
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All prices are before tax and include applicable discounts.
Class no: 229694
English
USD 2,156
USD 2,772
Regular
USD 3,084

Find out more about our IATA Training Center in Abu Dhabi, including details about the Training Center, a map to help you find it, and a schedule of all the upcoming courses being held in Abu Dhabi.

Competency-Based Training for Dangerous Goods Instructors (classroom)

Netherlands, Amsterdam (IATA)
28 July - 1 August, 2025
Register before Apr 28, 2025 to take advantage of the 20% Early Bird discount (only for payment by credit card or ICH)*. The price below includes this discount. *Terms apply
Please register by 07 Jul
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All prices are before tax and include applicable discounts.
Class no: 229568
English
USD 2,156
USD 2,772
Regular
USD 3,084

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Competency-Based Training for Dangerous Goods Instructors (classroom)

China, Beijing (IATA)
18 - 22 August, 2025
Register before Feb 18, 2025 to take advantage of the 25% Early Bird discount (only for payment by credit card or ICH)*. The price below includes this discount. *Terms apply
Please register by 28 Jul
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All prices are before tax and include applicable discounts.
Class no: 229463
English
USD 2,021
USD 2,599
Regular
USD 2,891

Please note that prices DO NOT include the 6% Chinese VAT. The VAT must be paid additionally if applicable to your registration.

Find out more about our IATA Training Center in Beijing, including details about the Training Center, a map to help you find it, and a schedule of all the upcoming courses being held in Beijing.

Competency-Based Training for Dangerous Goods Instructors (classroom)

Singapore, Singapore (IATA)
1 - 5 September, 2025
Register before Mar 01, 2025 to take advantage of the 25% Early Bird discount (only for payment by credit card or ICH)*. The price below includes this discount. *Terms apply
Please register by 11 Aug
Find out more about our Early Bird Terms.
All prices are before tax and include applicable discounts.
Class no: 230527
English
USD 2,021
USD 2,599
Regular
USD 2,891

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Competency-Based Training for Dangerous Goods Instructors (classroom)

Spain, Madrid (IATA)
22 - 26 September, 2025
Register before Mar 22, 2025 to take advantage of the 25% Early Bird discount (only for payment by credit card or ICH)*. The price below includes this discount. *Terms apply
Please register by 01 Sep
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All prices are before tax and include applicable discounts.
Class no: 229495
English
USD 2,021
USD 2,599
Regular
USD 2,891

Find out more about our IATA Training Center in Madrid, including details about the Training Center, a map to help you find it, and a schedule of all the upcoming courses being held in Madrid.

Competency-Based Training for Dangerous Goods Instructors (classroom)

United Arab Emirates, Abu Dhabi (IATA)
13 - 17 October, 2025
Register before Apr 13, 2025 to take advantage of the 25% Early Bird discount (only for payment by credit card or ICH)*. The price below includes this discount. *Terms apply
Please register by 22 Sep
Find out more about our Early Bird Terms.
All prices are before tax and include applicable discounts.
Class no: 229695
English
USD 2,021
USD 2,599
Regular
USD 2,891

Find out more about our IATA Training Center in Abu Dhabi, including details about the Training Center, a map to help you find it, and a schedule of all the upcoming courses being held in Abu Dhabi.

Competency-Based Training for Dangerous Goods Instructors (classroom)

Switzerland, Geneva (IATA)
3 - 7 November, 2025
Register before May 03, 2025 to take advantage of the 25% Early Bird discount (only for payment by credit card or ICH)*. The price below includes this discount. *Terms apply
Please register by 13 Oct
Find out more about our Early Bird Terms.
All prices are before tax and include applicable discounts.
Class no: 230193
English
USD 2,021
USD 2,599
Regular
USD 2,891

Find out more about our IATA Training Center in Geneva, including details about the Training Center, a map to help you find it, and a schedule of all the upcoming courses being held in Geneva.

Competency-Based Training for Dangerous Goods Instructors (classroom)

Singapore, Singapore (IATA)
17 - 21 November, 2025
Register before May 17, 2025 to take advantage of the 25% Early Bird discount (only for payment by credit card or ICH)*. The price below includes this discount. *Terms apply
Please register by 27 Oct
Find out more about our Early Bird Terms.
All prices are before tax and include applicable discounts.
Class no: 230526
English
USD 2,021
USD 2,599
Regular
USD 2,891

Find out more about our IATA Training Center in Singapore, including details about the Training Center, a map to help you find it, and a schedule of all the upcoming courses being held in Singapore.

Competency-Based Training for Dangerous Goods Instructors (classroom)

Türkiye, Istanbul (TKAA-RTP)
1 - 5 December, 2025
Please register by 09 Nov
Find out more about our Early Bird Terms.
All prices are before tax and include applicable discounts.
Class no: 226882
English
USD 2,695
USD 3,465
Regular
USD 3,855

Registration


This class is offered in cooperation with Turkish Airlines Aviation Academy (TKAA).
A regional price applies to residents of Türkiye. Please refer to TKAA for the final price.

Turkish Airlines Aviation Academy (TKAA)
Ataturk Airport; Gate B 34149 Yesilkoy
Istanbul
Türkiye

For more information please contact:

You may also register on the Turkish Airlines Aviation Academy (TAA) website:

Register on the TAA website

What you will learn

Upon completing this course you will be able to:

  • Apply a regulatory framework using a CBTA approach
  • Recognize CBTA concepts and their benefits to all stakeholders
  • Recognize the “analyze, design and develop” process and apply it to dangerous goods training
  • Implement a competency-based training and assessment strategy and plan
  • Acquire techniques and strategies to plan and deliver robust CBTA compliant dangerous goods training programs
  • Contribute to the overall effectiveness and quality of the training program

Course content

The key topics that are covered during this course include:

  • Interpreting CBTA concepts, principles, benefits
  • Understanding competency factors
  • Recognizing stakeholders and their roles and responsibilities in CBTA
  • Using a CBTA approach to develop, implement, and execute effective instructional and assessment plans
  • Understanding and applying adult learning principles
  • Learning practical facilitation techniques
  • Applying facilitation techniques for effective classroom management in face-to-face or virtual environments
  • Designing engaging visual or electronic aids required for the training unit
  • Mastering communication and presentation skills
  • Analyzing and evaluating feedback to ensure continuous improvement

Activities

  • Lectures and Interactive discussions
  • Group work, exercises and presentations

Who should attend

This course is recommended for:

  • Dangerous Goods instructors, trainers and assessors
  • Supervisors and line managers involved in training and assessment
  • Companies aiming to obtain IATA CBTA Center certification

Certificate awarded

An IATA Certificate of Completion is awarded to participants obtaining a grade of 80% or higher on an assessment. A special distinction is awarded to participants obtaining a grade of 90% or higher. Please note: This certificate is valid for 24 months.

The course enhanced my knowledge of safety management systems and taught me how to implement them in my work area to improve processes and achieve safety targets.

- Cecilia Tokolo Dioso , February 19, 2024

I chose this course to further develop my skills as a Dangerous Goods instructor. With this training, I’ll be able to lead more effective sessions and contribute to my company’s safety efforts.

- Mark Szarek , January 15, 2024

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