What is a Certificate of Competence?

Certificates of Competence are qualifications that are easy to access and are practically assessed.

The training can be gained from industry experience (on the job training), or a short training course.

The qualifications are used to gain access to certain jobs, for individuals undertaking some work-based learning programmes or as stand-alone qualifications for those already in employment. In some sectors a Certificate of Competence acts as a “licence to practise”.

Certificate of Competence for Equine Flight Attendants Transporting Horses by Air

This qualification is focussed on the following:

  • IATA Live Animal Regulations with international suitability

  • Species specific (horses)

  • Welfare of the horse

  • Safety & Security of people (both within and outside the aircraft) and of the aircraft / vehicles / buildings / etc

  • A standard operating procedure for Equine Flight Attendants transporting horses by air

The qualification will cover:

  • Animal Welfare of the horse

  • Safety Regulations / Responsibilities of the Equine Flight Attendant
  • Legal Requirements / Responsibilities of the Equine Flight Attendant
  • Essential items of the Equine Flight Attendant’s Equipment (tack bag)

  • Knowledge of Documentation / Authorisations required

  • Enforcement authorities and their powers

  • Transport Container

  • Aircraft procedures

  • Checking animals to be transported (documentation and fitness)

  • Loading and unloading animals

  • Causes / signs of stress / ill-health & treatment

  • Completing documentation / reporting

For more details please see the Assessment Schedule here:

Certificate of Competence for Equine Flight Attendants Transporting Horses by Air Assessment Schedule