ICAO Aviation Security Certification System (ASCS) Workshop

Course Aim

This workshop is designed to equip participants with knowledge, skills, attitude and practical tools necessary to develop, implement, maintain, and improve an effective certification system in accordance with ICAO Annex 17, Security Manual Doc 8973 (Restricted) and other applicable aviation security requirements.

Course Code

ICAO_ASCS

Who should attend

Certification and licensing personnel and Quality Control personnel;
Safety and security managers involved in certification processes;
Aviation service providers subject to certification requirements;

Entry Requirements

Background in aviation and/or security operations
Ability to communicate effectively in English

Workshop Content

Describe the requirements and benefits of certifying key aviation security personnel with an aviation security system;
Identify the difference between training and certification;
Demonstrate a working knowledge of criteria for a certification system, as well as the guidance material on certification provided in the ICAO Aviation Security Manual (Doc 8973 – Restricted);
Establish the recruitment, selection and training criteria for personnel that may be certified;
Identify the regulatory requirements outlined at the national level related to the certification and recertification process; and
Establish the criteria for a national certification system.