id: 7a.1-overview title: 7A.1 Overview meta: Overview of procedures to be followed by Trainers. order: 1 auth: trainers #

7A.1 Overview #

7A.1.1 #

The Training Team (Trainers) is here to educate and train individuals within their specific area of study as Air Traffic Controllers, ensuring test readiness and a high standard of controlling.

7A.1.2 #

Trainers must{.red} ensure that all requirements are met before taking on a Trainee. In an instance where there is ambiguity, this manual overrides any conflicting information. Trainers unsure as to the circumstances of a Candidate/Controller (or possible exemptions to the prescribed guidelines) must{.red} consult a Recruiter for a final verdict.

7A.1.3 #

Members of the Training Team are selected on a merit-only basis with regards to past service and current skill levels as a Controller. Merit is based on, but not limited to:

community service
good behavior
comprehensive understanding of this manual
and other considerations as appropriate at the time of choosing

Any Controller considered must{.red} hold the rank of Officer as a minimum in order to qualify (this is to guarantee that all components of the training program can be taught).

7A.1.4 #

Trainers must{.red} comply with the following when in the process of being added as members of the team:

Meet with the Training Team Administrator over a call in order to outline expectations and bring up questions should the need arise
Be subject to a 30 day probationary period during which time the trainer must not{.red} take more than 3 trainees at any given time (this is to allow Trainers to decide whether or not the role is for them and to avoid staffing issues if there is a lapse in coverage)

7A.1.5 #

As representatives of the Training Team, Trainers must{.red} conduct themselves in a professional manner, reflective of the team and service they provide on a daily basis. Trainers may be demoted or removed from the Training Team if expectations are not met.

7A.1.6 #

Complaints pertaining to the behavior of Trainers should{.red} be forwarded to the Training Team Administrator, and/or then to the IFATC Manager based on the circumstances of the given situation(s).

7A.1.7 #

When new Trainers are selected, they will be added to the following channels within Discord:

Channel	Purpose
#tests	Recruiters will post in this channel when they require pilots to join in for a Practical Test (Initial or Radar). Testers available for the test can “react” to the post to indicate attendance. If all available slots are already filled, Testers must not{.red} “react” to the request
#tester [VC]	This can be used for test participants as a general lounge or operationally to coordinate during an active test. All feedback should{.red} still given in writing via the test topic
#trainers	Main channel for coordination purposes within the Training Team
#training	Trainers will use this channel to create a topic for each scheduled training session. This is where training session objectives, assignments, and feedback will be given
#training-time	Trainers will post in this channel when they require pilots to join in for a training session. Pilots available for the session can “react” to the post to indicate attendance. If all available slots are already filled, Pilots must not{.red} “react” to the request
#trainer [VC]	This can be used for participants as a general lounge or operationally to coordinate during an active training session. All feedback should{.red} still given in writing via the training topic

All test session coordination must{.red} take place in the designated channel as directed by the Recruiter

7A.1.8 #

The use of VCs for coordination between Trainers and their Trainees must{.red} be conducted in accordance with Section 1A - Administration (see 1A.1.4 and 1A.2.2 above). It’s intended use is for one-on-one training through the session but may also be used to brief/debrief before or after a session, or for general Trainer/Trainee meetings. The VCs may also be used for Trainer/Trainee meetings or to brief upcoming sessions. It is entirely voluntary and at the discretion of the Trainer and Trainee.