Build confidence and capability in your first aviation role

Develop deeper expertise for your aviation role

What you will gain

  • Clear understanding of aviation operations and processes
  • Familiarity with international regulations and standards
  • Improved job performance and workplace confidence
  • Preparation for advanced or role‑specific training

Who these courses are for

  • Professionals in their first aviation role
  • Career changers entering the aviation industry
  • Junior staff seeking operational understanding 
  • Employees preparing for increased responsibility

Why start with IATA training?

  • Training aligned with global aviation standards
  • Courses developed with industry expertise
  • Certificates recognised across the aviation sector

Training aligned with real operations

Early‑career courses are designed to support professionals who need to understand how their role fits into the wider aviation system. Content is practical, scenario‑based, and aligned with international regulations and industry best practices.


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Selling Sustainable Travel Workshop: Tools and techniques for travel organizations

Assess environmental, social and economic impacts of your products and services and clarify customers’ questions about sustainability

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Selling Sustainable Travel Workshop: Tools and techniques for travel organizations

Assess environmental, social and economic impacts of your products and services and clarify customers’ questions about sustainability

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Serving the Travel Customer

Gain essential strategies to ensure that the customer’s level of satisfaction will influence a purchase or repurchase decision.

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SGHA for Line Maintenance

Learn how to use the IATA SGHA to its fullest potential as a commercial agreement and services description document for line maintenance services.

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SGHA for Line Maintenance

Learn how to use the IATA Standard Ground Handling Agreement to its fullest potential as a commercial agreement and services description document for line maintenance services

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SGHA Version 2023 & SLA Refresher

Learn about the latest updates on the IATA SGHA and new Service Level Agreement (SLA) template

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SGHA Version 2023 & SLA Refresher

Learn about the latest updates on the IATA SGHA and new Service Level Agreement (SLA) template

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SGHA-SLA and Effective Negotiation Behaviors

Learn how to use the latest version of the SGHA to its fullest as a commercial agreement and services description document.

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SGHA and SLA Essentials

Learn about the latest updates and how to use the IATA SGHA as a commercial agreement and services description document

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Shipping Batteries by Air

Acquire the skills and knowledge to pack and ship lithium ion, lithium metal and sodium ion cells and batteries by air, in compliance with the regulatory requirements of the ICAO Technical Instruction and IATA Dangerous Goods Regulations (DGR).

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Shipping Batteries by Air

Acquire the skills and knowledge to pack and ship lithium ion, lithium metal and sodium ion cells and batteries by air, in compliance with the regulatory requirements of the ICAO Technical Instruction and IATA Dangerous Goods Regulations (DGR).

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Special Cargo Handling Diploma

Gain expert knowledge in handling sensitive cargo like perishables, live animals, human remains, and pharmaceuticals. Learn international regulations, best practices, and compliance strategies to ensure safe and efficient transport.

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State Safety Program (SSP) Implementation

Develop, implement and maintain a State Safety Program (SSP) in compliance with the relevant ICAO Standards and Recommended Practices (SARPs)

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Station Management and Ground Handling Supervision

Examine the functions and management requirements of Ground Handling in the passenger and cargo terminal and the ramp.

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Station Management and Ground Handling Supervision

Examine the functions and management requirements of Ground Handling in the passenger and cargo terminal and the ramp.