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AVI50119 Diploma of Aviation (Aviation Management)

Formal recognition for aviation management personnel performing ground operations duties in support of commercial or Defence aviation flight operations, including passenger, charter, cargo and emergency service operations.
Overview

Turn years of hands-on aviation management or flight operations experience into the AVI50119 Diploma of Aviation (Aviation Management), a nationally recognised qualification reflecting the roles of aviation management personnel performing ground operations duties in support of commercial or Defence aviation flight operations. Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) allows your experience applying technical and non-technical aviation skills across aerodrome and air transport operations to be formally assessed against this qualification rather than starting your learning over. Once your evidence is assessed and confirmed by our partner RTO, you hold the same AQF-recognised Diploma as anyone who completed the qualification through classroom-based study.

Helicopter Pilot
Flies helicopters to transport passengers, mail or freight, provide agricultural, aviation or aerial surveillance services, or support emergency rescue operations.
Commercial Pilot
Operates as pilot in command in single pilot aircraft, or as co-pilot in multi-pilot aircraft carrying passengers or freight.
Aerodrome Manager
Manages aerodrome operations in support of passenger, charter, cargo, emergency service and government aviation activities.

Reference: training.gov.au

Industry RecognitionFormal recognition of the technical and non-technical aviation skills you have already developed supporting flight or ground operations.
Career AdvancementProvides a pathway into further study, such as a related aviation management qualification, or into a senior aerodrome or operations management role.
Nationally Recognised
ASQA Registered
RPL Specialist

General Documents

  • Your identification Documents
  • USI Number
  • Detailed Resume
  • Work Reference Letter(s)
  • Payslips
  • Previous Qualifications (If Any)

Project & Work Evidence

  • Flight logs, mission records or operation logs showing your aviation experience
  • Records showing you have operated aircraft or remotely piloted aircraft systems (RPAS) within regulatory requirements
  • Risk assessments, flight plans or operational safety records you have prepared
  • Records showing you have complied with Civil Aviation Safety Authority (CASA) or Defence aviation regulations
  • Maintenance, pre-flight or post-flight inspection records you have completed
  • Client or employer correspondence confirming your aviation role and responsibilities
  • Training, certification or currency records relevant to your aviation role
  • Records showing you have coordinated ground operations or flight support activities

Working Photos & Videos

  • Photos taken during real aviation operations showing you performing your role
  • You clearly visible carrying out aviation tasks in a professional operational setting
  • Videos recorded on site showing you performing aviation tasks
  • Each video approximately 90-120 seconds long

[NB: RTO might ask for more evidences based on qualification requirements]

16,700Employed
44Median Age
500Annual Employment Growth

Ref: Jobs and Skills Australia (Employed, Median Age, Annual Employment Growth)

$2,651Median per week
$137,852Yearly income

Ref: Jobs and Skills Australia (Median per week, Yearly income)

How It Works

Once your Student Agreement is signed and your initial payment is confirmed, your RPL journey begins — here's what to expect at each stage.

1
Collect Your Evidence
Using your personalised checklist, gather evidence that demonstrates your skills and experience. This may include employment records, certificates, photos, videos, or supervisor references. Your Navigator will guide you every step of the way.
2
Receive Your Enrolment & RPL Docs
We'll send your Enrolment Form and LLN Assessment to complete first. Following that, you'll receive your SelfAssessment Form and Third-Party Verification Form to work through carefully before moving to the next step.
3
Submit Your Completed Forms
Complete and sign all required forms, then return them along with your full evidence portfolio. Ensure every section is filled in, all signatures are included, and all supporting documents are attached before submitting.
4
Assessment and Competency Review
Your RTO Assessor will review and map your evidence against the required unit competencies. Where further clarification is needed, a competency conversation will be conducted to confirm your knowledge and skills.
5
Outcome Issued
Once assessed as competent across all required units, the RTO will formally issue your certificate or Statement of Attainment. Your real-world experience is now officially recognised as a nationally accredited qualification.

Qualification Overview

  • Qualification Code: AVI50119
  • Qualification Name: Diploma of Aviation (Aviation Management)
  • AQF Level: 5
  • Units: 10 core + 14 elective

Reference: Official packaging rules and description from training.gov.au – Australia's national register for vocational training.

Disclaimer: ATSR is a facilitator of RPL. Qualifications are issued by our partner Registered Training Organisations (RTOs) upon successful assessment.

Payment & Refund

Check Personalised quote after your consultation
Check Pricing based on your individual advised pathway
Check RTO name and all payment options included
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Check Refunds available in line with our policy

Payment options

✦ 4 interest-free instalments available
Debit / Credit Card
Bank Transfer

Payment Options

Your fees are confirmed before you commit — no surprises.

After your initial consultation, you'll receive a personalised quote that includes your total fee based on your individual advised pathway, the name of the assessing RTO, and all available payment options. No payment is required until you've reviewed and accepted your quote.

Refund Policy

We're committed to your outcome — and we back that with our refund policy.

Our navigators support you through the process to help ensure your portfolio meets the RTO's requirements before it's submitted. If the RTO finds your application ineligible after portfolio submission, you may be entitled to a refund of fees paid to ATSR, in accordance with our and the RTO's refund policy.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I get a Diploma of Aviation (Aviation Management) through RPL without full-time study?
Yes, RPL recognises the aviation management or flying experience you've already built through a formal assessment process rather than requiring you to repeat training. A partner RTO assesses your evidence against the diploma's national standards before issuing the qualification.
What kind of evidence is used for RPL at diploma level in aviation?
Assessors look at real operational evidence such as flight logs, mission or operation records, and documentation showing you've operated aircraft or RPAS within regulatory requirements. Risk management records or operational planning documents you've prepared also help support a diploma-level application.
Is an RPL Diploma of Aviation the same as one from full-time training?
Yes, it's the exact same AQF-registered qualification, issued by an ASQA-registered RTO — RPL is a different pathway to the same credential, not a shortcut to something lesser. ATSR isn't the RTO; it guides you through the process while the partner RTO conducts the assessment and issues the diploma.
What roles does this diploma open up beyond flying?
A Diploma of Aviation (Aviation Management) supports a move into roles like Aerodrome Manager or Operations Manager, as well as ongoing work as a Helicopter Pilot or Commercial Pilot. It's aimed at people ready to take on management responsibility within an aviation operation, not just flying duties.

Secure your status as a certified aviation management professional today

Turn your aviation flight operations or management experience into a nationally recognised Diploma qualification.

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