Duration:

Typically duration is 18-24 months – 1 day a week in College & 4 days a week in the workplace

Entry Requirements:

4 GCSEs at grades 3-9. Interview and reference.

You must have an employer before you begin this course.

What's it all about?:

An aviation operations manager has accountability for compliance, safety and security within their area, must effectively plan and manage the use of resources and ensure compliance with processes and procedures. They may manage an aviation operation in a variety of contexts, such as a commercial airport, military base / aerodrome, heliport or other airfield. Specialist roles, all focussed around the management of aircraft arrival, turnaround and departure, as well as the environment and facilities, require knowledge, skills and behaviours to complete complex aviation tasks and management of others to enable compliance with regulations through a safe, secure and effective aviation operation. Effective communication and decision making across all levels of the organisation and with stakeholders across the aviation operation are essential.

What will I do?:

The course covers the essential Skills, knowledge and behaviours required across 9 key areas. These include:

• Security
• Safety
• Compliance and Legislation
• Aviation Systems
• Disruption, Incidents and Emergencies

Aviation operations management comprises six distinct managerial areas within an aviation environment. The aviation operations manager will complete ALL core knowledge, skills and behaviours, along with ONE of the six specialist functions

• Aircraft Handling Manager
• Aircraft Movement Manager
• Fire Fighter watch Manager
• Flight Operations Manager – Air Traffic Control (ATC)
• Passenger Operations Manager

What can I do next?:

On successful completion of this qualification learners can progress to a Aviation Operations Manager role with the option to progress to higher level management.

Careers:

The Aviation industry offers many exciting career opportunities and we provide clear pathways to a successful career.   This qualification is your stepping stone into a management role within the industry. Examples of managerial roles include: Aircraft Handling Manager, Aircraft Movement Manager, Fire Fighter watch Manager, Flight Operations Manager – Air Traffic Control (ATC), Passenger Operations Manager and more.

Additional Info:

Apprenticeship Standards are assessed through independent end point assessors. Your role as an apprentice may vary depending on your employer. Learners that have not yet achieved a minimum of grade 4 or C in GCSE English and Maths will be required to complete a Level 2 functional skill qualification.

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How to Apply:

Call 01279 868100 and chat with one our friendly Admissions team or ask us a question