Infectious Substances Transport - Train the Trainer (classroom)
Did you know that in the past 3 years, 39 participants from 24 countries have taken this course with IATA?
About the course
5-day (40 hours) classroom course
Instructors in our industry need to have strong skills in both instructional techniques and their subject area. This course will show you how to train personnel at all levels about the intricacies of shipping infectious substances by air. While learning key instructional skills, you will also gain confidence in your knowledge of handling potentially dangerous pathogens over the entire shipping process. You will also have multiple opportunities to evaluate your approach to the design, delivery, and assessment of training. With a strong focus on presentation skills and training best practices, you will gain valuable feedback from experienced facilitators in a practical and constructive learning environment.
This course is available at IATA Training Centers and Regional Training Partner locations, and on-demand as in-house training.
Course code: TCGG-10
Course format
- This classroom course provides 5 days (40 hours) of instruction delivered by an official IATA Instructor.
- Student performance will be based on an assessment.
Prerequisites
- Participants should have 2 years working knowledge and experience in hazardous materials and/or infectious substances.
- Recommended level is Intermediate and Advanced.
- 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
To arrange in-house training for your company: Complete the in-house training request form or contact the salesperson in your region.
1 additional classes are scheduled
Singapore, Singapore (IATA)
9 - 13 October, 2023
Register before 09 Jul, 2023 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 18 Sep
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Class no: 172512
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What you will learn
Upon completion of this course you will be able to:
- Design and prepare a course
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Conduct a course from start to wrap-up
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Apply the principles of learning and active training
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Teach the technical aspects of shipping infectious substances by air
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Reference the current Infectious Substances Shipping Regulations (ISSR) based on the most recent IATA Dangerous Goods Regulations Manual
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Guide students through a course workbook in conjunction with the current Infectious Substances Shipping Regulations publication
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Evaluate the effectiveness of a course and of your training techniques
Course content
The key topics that are covered during this course include:
- Classification, labelling, documentation, handling and emergency procedures for infectious substances
- Application of the current edition of the Infectious Substances Shipping Guidelines manual
- Lesson planning techniques
- Course design and development
- Instructional methods and strategies
Supporting materials
Each participant will receive a complimentary copy of the latest IATA Infectious Substances Shipping Regulations manual in e-book format. It is an indispensable field publication that you will refer to throughout this course and in your day-to-day duties.
Who should attend
This course is recommended for:
- Instructors
- Laboratory and research professionals
- Health and medical professionals
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.