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Aviation Security Awareness
Course Outline

Aviation security is one of the most important aspects for the safety and efficiency of global air travel. The IATA Aviation Security Awareness course equips you with the skills to identify and respond to all kinds of evolving threats. You’ll learn about aviation security regulations, access control, and effective security measures for passengers, baggage, cargo, and catering.

WingsWay offers the best aviation security course in Dubai. Understand key aviation security regulations, manage access control and emergency responses, and boost your career prospects in aviation security by enrolling in this AvSec training course.

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    Recognitions

    WingsWay Training Institute is the Authorized Training Centre for the International Air Transport Association (IATA), Canada. IATA sets global standards for the aviation industry, and this recognition signifies that this course aligns with international standards of airport services.

    Our commitment to delivering exceptional private education in Dubai has earned us the endorsement of the Knowledge and Human Development Authority (KHDA) and ISO 9001:2015 certification from the International Accreditation Forum (IAF).

    Key Topics

    This is a basic airport and aviation security course in Dubai that will teach you:

    • Current threats to the aviation industry
    • Aviation security regulations and the international organizations behind them
    • Airport access control for people and vehicles
    • Passenger, baggage, cargo, mail and catering security basics
    • Common airport and in-flight security measures for responding to threats

    Course Content

    Module 1 – Threats to Civil Aviation

    Module 2 – Role of ICAO, IATA and ACI in AVSEC

    Module 3 – Regulating AVSEC—International Conventions, Annex 17, Document 8973 & the IATA SeMS Manual

    Module 4 – Managing Access Control—People & Vehicles

    Module 5 – Security Measures for Passengers and their Baggage

    Module 6 – Security Measures for Cargo, Mail and Catering

    Module 7 – Response to Bomb Threats

    Module 8 – Security Awareness in the Airport Environment

    Module 9 – In-Flight Security Measures

    Learner’s Profile

    The Aviation Security training is suitable for:

    • Entry-level security staff
    • Industry personnel working with passengers or cargo

    Learning Outcomes

    Upon completing this course at WingsWay Training Institute, students will gain expertise in the following areas:

    • Understanding the ground operations working environment.
    • Proficiency in standard ramp operations terminology.
    • Knowledge of airport departments and how they collaborate.
    • Basic safety and security practices for efficient operations.
    • Mastery of procedures for key aircraft ground servicing tasks.
    • Familiarity with IATA Airport Handling Manual and IATA Ground Operations Manual standards.

    Entry Qualification

    • A basic understanding of aviation operations and security principles.
    • Experience in roles related to aviation security, such as working with passengers or cargo.

    Career Oppotunities

    Completing the IATA Aviation Security course opens up various career opportunities in the aviation industry, including:

    • Aviation Security Officer
    • Airport Security Manager
    • Cargo Security Specialist
    • Security Compliance Auditor
    • Security Trainer
    • Risk Management Analyst

    FAQs

    Aviation security is the practice of protecting passengers, aircraft, and airport facilities from threats such as terrorism, unlawful interference, and other security risks. It involves measures like screening, access control, and surveillance to ensure safe and secure air travel for everyone.

    To become an aviation security professional, you need to complete specialised training courses, such as the IATA Aviation Security course. Additionally, having a background in law enforcement or security, along with strong observational and communication skills, can be beneficial.

    An aviation security program is a structured set of policies, procedures, and measures designed to protect aviation operations from security threats. It includes guidelines for screening passengers and cargo, controlling access to secure areas, and responding to security incidents.

    The role of aviation security is to safeguard passengers, crew, aircraft, and airport infrastructure from threats like terrorism and unlawful interference. This involves implementing security measures, conducting screenings, monitoring activities, and coordinating with law enforcement agencies to ensure a secure environment at the airport as well as aircraft.

    To get an AVSEC (Aviation Security) certificate, you need to complete a recognised aviation security training course, such as the one offered by IATA. After successfully completing the course and passing any required exams, you will be awarded the AVSEC certificate.

    About The Instructor

    Sheetal Murthy

    Sheetal Murthy, with 20+ years in aviation and travel, holds various IATA certifications and NLP Coaching Academy credentials. Her teaching combines deep subject understanding and interactive workshops, yielding a remarkable pass rate of above 90%. Sheetal excels in CV writing, career guidance, interviews, and interpersonal skills.

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