New Zealand Diploma in Air Traffic Services
Airways Training
Subject area
Air Traffic Control
Qualification
Duration
24 Weeks
Total student fees
$19,504
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About the course
What can I expect out of this qualification?
The purpose of this qualification is to provide the air traffic services sector of the aviation industry with individuals who have advanced specialist knowledge and skills to operate as licenced and rated air traffic controllers.
Graduates will be qualified to operate as air traffic controllers within a specialist area, and will be accountable for the continuous decisions they make, under the appropriate Civil Aviation Authority (CAA) rules, and aligned with the International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO) regulatory requirements for air traffic services.
Key Information for Students
Entry Requirements
Minimum requirements
To be admitted to this programme Learners will be selected by Airways and must meet the following criteria: * Be at least 20 years of age; and * New Zealand citizens or residents; and * Hold a current Civil Aviation Authority Class 3 medical certificate issued under CAR Part 67; and * Hold a flight radiotelephone operator rating; and * Be proficient to at least Level 4 (Operational) of the ICAO Language Proficiency Rating Scale, and * hold a valid NZCAA Air Traffic Trainee Licence. Have at least 5 hours experience on the flight deck of an aircraft in controlled airspace; and * Be able to evidence that they are already able to integrate the knowledge, skills and attitudes required of a professional Air Traffic Controller in a simulated variable, dynamic surveillance, or aerodrome environment to provide for safe air travel and be accountable for decisions made
Detailed requirements
See provider website for more details about entry to this qualification.
Duration
24 Weeks
Tuition Fees
| Annual | Total qualification | |
|---|---|---|
|
Student fees
(what you pay)
|
$19,504 | $19,504 |
|
Government tuition subsidy
(what the government pays)
|
$9,611 | $9,611 |
| Total | $29,115 | $29,115 |
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A Compulsory Student Services Fee may be charged, see your provider for details.
Student Success
93%
National Graduate Outcomes
Outcomes for students who completed qualifications at the same level and in the same subject area, three years after completion:
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Contact details
Main Campus Office
Phone: (03) 357 2822
Email: trainingadmin@airways.co.nz
Web: http://airways.co.nz/training
Where does this information come from?
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NZQA supplies all other information based on material from the provider.
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