Take your career to the next levelProspectus 2012

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Kathy Wolfe

ATTTO is New Zealand’s industry training organisation (ITO) for the Aviation, Tourism, Travel and Museums industries.

We support and work with the Aviation sector on a workforce development strategy, nationally recognised qualifications and workplace training to ensure the sector’s continued growth and economic significance to New Zealand.

In 2009, the New Zealand aviation industry generated $9.7 billion in revenue, with $5.9 billion from domestic activities and $3.8 billion from export activities. There are more than 1,000 organisations participating in the industry, employing over 23,000 staff with wages and salaries estimated at about $1.3 billion.

With more than $3 billion in growth of economic contribution over the 2005 - 2009 period, this industry is significant and poised for further growth. It is projected to contribute $12 billion by 2015.

Integral to this is the continual development of those employed in the sector, along with a steady recruitment flow of high calibre entrants.

More than 2,000 trainees are undertaking Aviation training at any one time. ATTTO has a key role in ensuring the relevance and quality outcomes of qualifications and training to ensure a highly skilled and productive workforce.

We work with both large and small organisations covering everything from Aeronautical Engineering to Flight Attendants and Ground Operations. Our aim is to make a positive difference to businesses and the people that work within them.

Sincerely

Kathy Wolfe ATTTO Chief Executive

ATTTO Aviation Sector Qualifications

This is a brief overview of the qualifications ATTTO currently offers in the aviation sector. For more information about each qualification, including content and unit standards, visit www.attto.org.nz/qualifications

Cameron Greene

Air New Zealand

Aviation Trainee of the Year 2011

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Aviation – General

• NationalCertificateinAviation(Introductory)(Level 2)

Designed for secondary school students to provide a taster to the aviation sector and its various career paths.

• NationalCertificateinAviation(CoreSkills)(Level 3)

Provides the range of core skills required within the broader aviation industry. Prepares candidates for entry into higher aviation sector qualifications.

Aviation – Ground Operations

• NationalCertificateinAviation(AircraftCleaning) (Level 2)

For new entrants to the industry, focusing on specific aircraft and general cleaning skills as well as ramp operations specific knowledge.

• NationalCertificateinAviation(RampOperations) (Level 3)

Focused on the skills and knowledge in the ramp operations section of the aviation industry.

• NationalCertificateinAviation(AirlineCheck-in) (Level 3)

Covers the essential knowledge and skills for the airline check in role for new entrants and people working within the industry.

Aviation – Pilots and Safety Management

• NationalCertificateinAviation(PrivatePilot)(Level 3)

Meets the majority of the Civil Aviation Authority (CAA) theoretical requirements for a private pilot’s license as well as demonstrating flying ability to commence solo flying. Has pathways for fixed wing or rotary.

• NationalDiplomainAviation(RiskManagement) (Level 5)

Introduces the concepts and practices of risk management, equipping trainees to manage risk in any aviation organisation, at any level.

• National Diploma in Aviation (Safety Management Systems) (Level 5)

Qualification recognised by the Civil Aviation Authority as an effective way of strengthening safety oversight and assurance. Provides the core knowledge as well as enabling trainees to design and implement safety practices.

• NationalDiplomainAviation(RegulatoryOversight and Governance) (Level 5)

Designed to improve the understanding of the role and function of an Aviation Regulator, and the principles and application of regulatory oversight and governance in the aviation industry.

• New Zealand Diploma in Aviation (Aeroplane and Helicopter) (Level 5)

Covers the operational and theoretical knowledge and practical skills for those aiming to be commercial pilots in general aviation or agriculture sectors.

• New Zealand Diploma in Aviation (Aeroplane and Helicopter) (Level 6)

Holders of this qualification are able to work as commercial pilots of an aeroplane or helicopter engaged in air transport operations or flight instruction under the relevant CAA rules.

Flight Attendants

• NationalCertificateinAviation (Flight Attendants) (Level 4)

Focused on the skills and knowledge required to work as a flight attendant in commercial or non-commercial roles.

Aeronautical engineering

• NationalCertificateinAeronauticalEngineering(RelatedTechnology)(Level3)

This entry-level qualification provides the foundation to equip someone with a base of skills and experience that will prepare them for further training and qualifications in Aeronautical Engineering.

• NationalCertificateinAircraftServicing(Level 3)

Entry-level qualification focused on the key skills in servicing aircraft on a flight line or ramp. Holders can carry out tasks such as replenishments, refuelling, ground handling and pre and post flight checks on an aircraft flight line or ramp.

• NationalCertificateinAeronauticalStorekeeping(Level3)

Entry level on the knowledge and skills common to all storekeeping and warehousing sectors, with a focus on specific aeronautical engineering sector skills.

• NationalCertificateinAeronauticalEngineering (Level 4)

Recognising the skills required to carry out maintenance, overhauls and repairs to aircraft systems, components and equipment to Civil Aviation Authority (CAA) standards.

• NationalCertificateinAeronauticalEngineering (Aircraft Manufacture) (Level 4)

Focused on the core set of skills required for people working in all areas of aircraft manufacturing.

• NationalCertificateinAeronauticalEngineering (Specialist Support) (Level 4)

Recognises the ability to undertake a range of aeronautical engineering specialist support tasks of a limited nature in accordance with the requirements of Part 43 and/or Part 145 of the Civil Aviation Rules.

• NationalCertificateinAeronauticalEngineering (Gas Turbine Overhaul) (Level 4)

Focused on skills required to carry out overhauls and repairs to aircraft and/or aero-derivative gas turbine engines, systems and components.

• NationalCertificateinAeronauticalEngineering (Maintenance Control) (Level 4)

A standalone qualification relating to management of maintenance control for an aviation engineering organisation in keeping with the CAA regulatory requirements for this role.

• National Diploma in Aeronautical Engineering (Maintenance Planning) (Level 5)

Focused on skills and knowledge of CAA regulations for long-term maintenance planning for aircraft fleet and major aircraft components.

Tim Draisey

Apprentice Aeronautical Engineer Air New Zealand

Modern Apprenticeship Aviation – Aeronautical Engineering

Aeronautical maintenance certification

• National Diploma in Aeronautical Maintenance Certification(Level6)

For people working towards the privileges of certifying the release to service of aircraft or components following maintenance. Covers the topics required for issue of CAA Aircraft Maintenance Engineers Licence (AMEL) without rating privileges.

Air traffic services

• NationalCertificateinAirTrafficServices(Aerodrome Control Theory) (Level 5)

For those training to work in air traffic services, this qualification meets the core compulsory standards and competencies required by the CAA. Creates a pathway to Level 6 qualification.

• NationalCertificateinAirTrafficServices(Level 6)

Focused on the core compulsory standards and CAA regulatory requirements of all those working in the air traffic services flight information sector. Creates a pathway to Level 7 qualification.

• NationalDiplomainAirTrafficServices(Level 7)

Focused on the core compulsory standards and CAA regulatory requirements of all those working in the air traffic services sector. Also features options for specialised applications within the sector.

Management

• NationalCertificateinBusiness (First Line Management) (Level 3)

The first of two qualifications for people covering essential skills for those training to be first line manager.

• NationalCertificateinBusiness (First Line Management) (Level 4)

Qualification to recognise those who are currently first line managers, or who are seeking to become one.

Airport Operations

• NationalCertificateinAirportOperations(Level 4)

For people working in the airports division of the aviation sector whose role it is to provide safe and secure airport operations and to provide assistance to airport users.

• National Diploma in Airport Operations (Level 5)

For those working in supervisory and managerial roles in airports. Focused on the compulsory standards common to the management of all airports.

Helen Gower

Team Leader Landside Operations AucklandInternationalAirport

NationalCertificatesin AirportOperationsandBusiness (First Line Management)

GatewayATTTO also supports those still in school wanting to take their first steps into an aviation career. Our Aviation Gateway programmes offers students the opportunity to gain hands on experience through workplace based learning while still at school, and while gaining NZQA unit standards. Visit www.attto.org.nz for more information or contact:

Alan Moulai 027 282 5115 alan.moulai@attto.org.nz

For more information about all our aviation qualifications, please contact:

Dave Evans 03 578 6668 dave.evans@attto.org.nz

John Cassidy 027 488 5612 john.cassidy@attto.org.nz

orvisitwww.attto.org.nz/qualifications

BayleighMcGuire Aviation Gateway

Going on to study to be a commercial pilot in Southland

Level 13, Plimmer Towers 2–6 Gilmer Terrace, Wellington 6011

PO Box 6466, Marion Square Wellington 6141

T (04) 499 6570 F (04) 499 6577

info@attto.org.nz www.attto.org.nz