THE GROUND INSTRUCTOR CERTIFICATE

This is a career oriented course designed for suitably qualified pilots (and others) who wish to help to pass on their experience and understanding concerning 'the theory of flight' and a great deal more. For example, the course can make an excellent first step in gaining Employment in the aviation industry, or even setting up your own business - as many of our graduates have done. The Ground Instructor Certificate Course may also be your first step to becoming a Class Rating Instructor (CRI) or Flight Instructor (FI). In some cases funding may also be available - try 'Go Wales' or Careers Advice in England. For suitably qualified candidates this course may be accredited at level 3 or 4 in 'Preparing to Teach in the Lifelong Learning Sector"

What is it?
The qualification is aimed primarily at the individual who undertakes to teach the theory ('ground based') subjects associated with the JAA PPL or the UK NPPL licences. The purpose of the certificate is to improve the status and quality of instruction and training in the technical subjects for the JAA PPL / UK NPPL. The UK CAA may also accept the certificate as credit towards other instructor qualifications such as the CRI, IRI or FI.

What will I achieve?
At the completion of the course you will be able to confidently undertake a teaching or instructing role in the following areas:
(a) understand adults needs, behavioural attitudes and be able to assess their individual levels of education
(b) describe the principles of basic instruction, and be able to apply them at JAA PPL level
(c) explain the technical subjects as they relate to the JAA PPL syllabus
(d) discuss flight safety as it is related to the ground instructor's task
(e) explain the importance of human factors in the application of theoretical knowledge to flying.

How will I be assessed?
For satisfactory completion of training you must complete a training portfolio, and pass a Practical Ground Instructor Test with a FIC instructor or a FIE (Flight Instructor Examiner). The contents of the test will include:
(a) A Theoretical Knowledge lesson not exceeding 45 mins given to the examiner or to other students one of whom will be the examiner (The subject to be chosen from the JAA PPL syllabus)
(b) An Oral examination covering Teaching and Learning and subjects from the JAA PPL syllabus.
(c) The Result and applicant de-brief.
(d) There are also a number of assignments to complete in your own time

How much time do I need?
A minimum period of 63 hours of study is required. Popular formats are available, including a part-time distance learning programme.This can also be achieved with 8 half days attendance, plus 2 half day final assessment progress and review sessions.

Where does this take place?
At our specialist aviation assessment and Training centre near Cardiff in South Wales

References & background reading
Ground Instructor Certificate Syllabus AOPA
AOPA JAR-FCL PPL (A) Syllabus
UK NPPL (A) Syllabus
JAR Instructional Techniques For The Flight Instructor by Halstead, J & Newton A
FAA Aviation Instructor’s Handbook 2008, H-8083-9
Learning Theories for Teachers by Bigge & Skemis

How much does it cost?
Please contact us for Full Details , but a lot less than you might think.

All your books and pilot equipment are available from our Pilot shop at well below RRP.Also, you can order yourself direct from Pooleys or AFE, and get an immediate 5% discount by quoting CAMBRIAN AERO on their order form!!

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