Competency-Based Training for Dangerous Goods Instructors

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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: DGC017VEEN03

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

Switzerland, Geneva (IATA)
3 - 7 November, 2025
Register before Oct 13, 2025 to take advantage of the USD100 Early Bird discount. *Terms apply
We recommend registering by 13 Oct to secure your place.
All prices displayed below are before tax and include applicable discounts.
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Class no: 1147095
English
USD 2,595
USD 3,365
Regular*
USD 3,755

Competency-Based Training for Dangerous Goods Instructors

Singapore, Singapore (IATA)
17 - 21 November, 2025
Register before Oct 27, 2025 to take advantage of the USD100 Early Bird discount. *Terms apply
We recommend registering by 27 Oct to secure your place.
All prices displayed below are before tax and include applicable discounts.
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Class no: 1291640
English
USD 2,595
USD 3,365
Regular*
USD 3,755

Competency-Based Training for Dangerous Goods Instructors

Switzerland, Geneva (IATA)
12 - 16 January, 2026
Register before Oct 12, 2025 to take advantage of the 20% Early Bird discount (only for payment by credit card or ICH). *Terms apply
We recommend registering by 22 Dec to secure your place.
All prices displayed below are before tax and include applicable discounts.
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Class no: 2876469
English
USD 2,156
USD 2,772
Regular*
USD 3,084

Competency-Based Training for Dangerous Goods Instructors

Singapore, Singapore (IATA)
26 - 30 January, 2026
Register before Oct 26, 2025 to take advantage of the 20% Early Bird discount (only for payment by credit card or ICH). *Terms apply
We recommend registering by 05 Jan to secure your place.
All prices displayed below are before tax and include applicable discounts.
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Class no: 2936090
English
USD 2,156
USD 2,772
Regular*
USD 3,084

Competency-Based Training for Dangerous Goods Instructors

Hong Kong SAR, China (IATA)
2 - 6 March, 2026
Register before Dec 02, 2025 to take advantage of the 20% Early Bird discount (only for payment by credit card or ICH). *Terms apply
We recommend registering by 09 Feb to secure your place.
All prices displayed below are before tax and include applicable discounts.
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Class no: 2939014
English
USD 2,156
USD 2,772
Regular*
USD 3,084

Competency-Based Training for Dangerous Goods Instructors

United States, Miami (IATA)
9 - 13 March, 2026
Register before Dec 09, 2025 to take advantage of the 20% Early Bird discount (only for payment by credit card or ICH). *Terms apply
We recommend registering by 16 Feb to secure your place.
All prices displayed below are before tax and include applicable discounts.
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Class no: 2936682
English
USD 2,156
USD 2,772
Regular*
USD 3,084

Competency-Based Training for Dangerous Goods Instructors

United Arab Emirates, Abu Dhabi (IATA)
30 March - 3 April, 2026
Register before Dec 30, 2025 to take advantage of the 20% Early Bird discount (only for payment by credit card or ICH). *Terms apply
We recommend registering by 09 Mar to secure your place.
All prices displayed below are before tax and include applicable discounts.
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Class no: 2939327
English
USD 2,156
USD 2,772
Regular*
USD 3,084

Competency-Based Training for Dangerous Goods Instructors

Switzerland, Geneva (IATA)
27 April - 1 May, 2026
Register before Oct 27, 2025 to take advantage of the 25% Early Bird discount (only for payment by credit card or ICH). *Terms apply
We recommend registering by 06 Apr to secure your place.
All prices displayed below are before tax and include applicable discounts.
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Class no: 2901963
English
USD 2,021
USD 2,599
Regular*
USD 2,891

Competency-Based Training for Dangerous Goods Instructors

Singapore, Singapore (IATA)
18 - 22 May, 2026
Register before Nov 18, 2025 to take advantage of the 25% Early Bird discount (only for payment by credit card or ICH). *Terms apply
We recommend registering by 27 Apr to secure your place.
All prices displayed below are before tax and include applicable discounts.
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Class no: 2936238
English
USD 2,021
USD 2,599
Regular*
USD 2,891

Competency-Based Training for Dangerous Goods Instructors

United States, Miami (IATA)
1 - 5 June, 2026
Register before Dec 01, 2025 to take advantage of the 25% Early Bird discount (only for payment by credit card or ICH). *Terms apply
We recommend registering by 11 May to secure your place.
All prices displayed below are before tax and include applicable discounts.
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Class no: 2936830
English
USD 2,021
USD 2,599
Regular*
USD 2,891

Competency-Based Training for Dangerous Goods Instructors

Netherlands, Amsterdam (IATA)
20 - 24 July, 2026
Register before Jan 20, 2026 to take advantage of the 25% Early Bird discount (only for payment by credit card or ICH). *Terms apply
We recommend registering by 29 Jun to secure your place.
All prices displayed below are before tax and include applicable discounts.
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Class no: 2938718
English
USD 2,021
USD 2,599
Regular*
USD 2,891

Competency-Based Training for Dangerous Goods Instructors

China, Beijing (IATA)
17 - 21 August, 2026
Register before Feb 17, 2026 to take advantage of the 25% Early Bird discount (only for payment by credit card or ICH). *Terms apply
We recommend registering by 27 Jul to secure your place.
All prices displayed below are before tax and include applicable discounts.
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Class no: 2938866
English
USD 2,021
USD 2,599
Regular*
USD 2,891

Competency-Based Training for Dangerous Goods Instructors

Chinese Taipei, Taipei (IATA)
31 August - 4 September, 2026
Register before Feb 28, 2026 to take advantage of the 25% Early Bird discount (only for payment by credit card or ICH). *Terms apply
We recommend registering by 10 Aug to secure your place.
All prices displayed below are before tax and include applicable discounts.
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Class no: 2960810
English
USD 2,021
USD 2,599
Regular*
USD 2,891

Competency-Based Training for Dangerous Goods Instructors

Singapore, Singapore (IATA)
14 - 18 September, 2026
Register before Mar 14, 2026 to take advantage of the 25% Early Bird discount (only for payment by credit card or ICH). *Terms apply
We recommend registering by 24 Aug to secure your place.
All prices displayed below are before tax and include applicable discounts.
Please note our Payment options and find out more about our Early Bird Terms.
Class no: 2936386
English
USD 2,021
USD 2,599
Regular*
USD 2,891

Competency-Based Training for Dangerous Goods Instructors

Spain, Madrid (IATA)
21 - 25 September, 2026
Register before Mar 21, 2026 to take advantage of the 25% Early Bird discount (only for payment by credit card or ICH). *Terms apply
We recommend registering by 31 Aug to secure your place.
All prices displayed below are before tax and include applicable discounts.
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Class no: 2938570
English
USD 2,021
USD 2,599
Regular*
USD 2,891

Competency-Based Training for Dangerous Goods Instructors

United Arab Emirates, Abu Dhabi (IATA)
28 September - 2 October, 2026
Register before Mar 28, 2026 to take advantage of the 25% Early Bird discount (only for payment by credit card or ICH). *Terms apply
We recommend registering by 07 Sep to secure your place.
All prices displayed below are before tax and include applicable discounts.
Please note our Payment options and find out more about our Early Bird Terms.
Class no: 2939475
English
USD 2,021
USD 2,599
Regular*
USD 2,891

Competency-Based Training for Dangerous Goods Instructors

Switzerland, Geneva (IATA)
2 - 6 November, 2026
Register before May 02, 2026 to take advantage of the 25% Early Bird discount (only for payment by credit card or ICH). *Terms apply
We recommend registering by 12 Oct to secure your place.
All prices displayed below are before tax and include applicable discounts.
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Class no: 3000155
English
USD 2,021
USD 2,599
Regular*
USD 2,891

Competency-Based Training for Dangerous Goods Instructors

Singapore, Singapore (IATA)
16 - 20 November, 2026
Register before May 16, 2026 to take advantage of the 25% Early Bird discount (only for payment by credit card or ICH). *Terms apply
We recommend registering by 26 Oct to secure your place.
All prices displayed below are before tax and include applicable discounts.
Please note our Payment options and find out more about our Early Bird Terms.
Class no: 2936534
English
USD 2,021
USD 2,599
Regular*
USD 2,891

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.

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