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Cabin Crew Initial Training

About the course

The Cabin Crew Initial Training is a combination of theoretical classroom instruction (including PPT and video presentations), practical training and actual handling of relevant safety equipment covering all training elements. English is commonly used as documentation language, as it is the language used within aviation. All elements of training and checking are conducted by suitably qualified instructors accredited by the Hellenic Civil Aviation Authority.

Prerequisites for Cabin Crew Training

Minimum Age 18 Years.

High School Diploma.

Fluent Use in English Language.

Excellent level of Health and Ability to Swim. In order to join the Initial course, all candidates must pass an Aviation Medical Examination by an Authorized Medical Examiner (AME) and if successful, a Medical Certificate will be issued.

Willingness to Work in Customer Service Field and Positive Attitude.

Course Structure

The initial Cabin Crew course consists of theoretical, practical training and the final flight attendant competency check.

Theoretical Training

The course covers the following topics in compliance with EU-REG No290/2012:

Introduction to Cabin Crew Training
Rules & Regulations
Discipline & Responsibilities
Fire & Smoke
Survival
Water Survival
Dangerous Goods
Security
Passenger Handling
Safety & Emergency Responsibilities
Medical Aspects & First Aid
Crew Resource Management

Practical Training

Future Flight Attendants undergo the following practical training:

Water survival training in a swimming pool
Fire and smoke practical training
Flight Attendant Competency Check: Successful completion of the course is certified via written examinations in all subjects

The Competency Check has a minimum pass mark of 80%.
The Cabin Crew Initial Course has a duration of one month.

All future flight attendants receive informative and detailed course reference manuals, helpful through out their entire professional career.

Cabin Crew Initial Course Training Location

The Cabin Crew Initial Course can be delivered either in HATS’ premises or in the case of a group of individuals or an airline company and upon the customer’s request it can be delivered in other suitable facilities (company customer’s base) that satisfy HATS’ requirements.