This course provides participants with knowledge and understanding of key concepts related to aviation psychology. Participants will be able to assess psychological factors that affect human performance in aviation, highlighting the implications for safety, teamwork, and decision-making. It will assist in recruitment, medical examinations, performance improvements and the well-being of personnel in a demanding industry.
The course ends with a written exam. A score of 75% or higher, along with meeting all other certification criteria, is required for the issuance of a certificate of completion.
INTENDED PARTICIPANTS:
- Aviation medical examiners
- Practising psychologists
- Human Resource Managers
- Advanced students in psychology
- Safety Managers
Course modules
Key topics include:
- Basics of aviation psychology
- Human factors
- ICAO and international best practices
- The work and personal lives of cockpit & cabin crew
- Stress management in aviation mental health
- Understanding Stress and Fear of Flying
- Psychological challenges of pilots and cabin crew
- Common mental health problems among aircrew
- A positive safety culture
- Peer Support for aviation personnel
Certification
Our programs are based on ICAO requirements as well as international best practices and requirements from leading regulators from around the world. As such we align global best practices and tailor them to local needs. One size does NOT fit all.
The course is accredited to the European Association for Aviation Psychology.
Your instructor
Our clinical psychologist, aviation psychologist and commercial pilot, Dr. Lucas van Gerwen Dr. Lucas van Gerwen will deliver this course, supported by Rwandan psychologist Felicien Izaturwanaho. Contact us for a copy of his Letter of Credentials.
Course fees
Extensive support by our sponsors make it possible for the Foundation to offer this five-day course for only US$ 500 (including lunch). Participants are responsible to arrange and pay for their own transport and accommodation.
Members of the European Association for Aviation Psychology (EAAP) qualify for a 20% discount. Apply for your EAAP discount via training@aviassist.org with your EAAP membership certificate.
Staff from airlines that are a member of the African Regional Airlines Association qualify for a 10% discount on the course fee. Apply for your AFRAA discount via training@aviassist.org