Aviation Learning Launches New Professional Development Division to Provide Quality Training Products & Services for the Aviation Maintenance Industry

Aviation Learning launches its line of Professional Development products and services to address aviation industry needs in the areas of Human Factors, Occupational Health & Safety, Leadership & Supervision, Quality Systems, and Operational Management.

Rochester, NY (PRWEB) April 20, 2004 --Aviation Learning, recognized as a leading provider of technical maintenance and inspection training for aviation and aerospace, continues their service to the industry by expanding their offering to include training products and services focused on the professional development and soft skills training of technicians and engineers. Subjects include Human Factors, Occupational Health & Safety, Leadership & Supervision, Quality Systems, and Operational Management.

Professional Development courses will be available worldwide at key hub locations or onsite at the customers request. In addition to traditional instructor-led training classes and hands-on workshops, Aviation Learning is developing stand alone and integrated computer-based training and e-learning courses for online delivery. With over 24 courses and products planned for release starting in April 2004, Aviation Learning offers a comprehensive training solution to customers needs.

Human Factors training is widely recognized as a critical element to the success of a quality, efficient, and safe maintenance operation," said Mark Rider, Executive Vice President of Aviation Learning. Our customers have clearly indicated that they demand a wide variety of training courses addressing the various 'soft skills a maintenance operation needs to be a leader in todays global marketplace and we are addressing that demand."

David Taylor, Director of Professional Development, addressed the legislative changes supporting human factors training, indicating the FAA is fully recognizing the need for human factors training as an integral part of maintenance operations with their latest changes to the new Part 145 regulations. These types of courses will no longer be optional, they will become mandatory."

More information on Aviation Learnings Professional Development products and services including course descriptions, class schedules, and custom development capabilities can be found at their web site www.AviationLearning.com.

About Aviation Learning: Headquartered in Rochester, NY, Aviation Learning is comprised of a team of dedicated and experienced aviation and technology training professionals providing Blended Training Solutions, Performance Support Systems, and Information and Intelligence products and services to the aviation and aerospace industry. Aviation Learnings training and information solutions are currently used worldwide by major airline operators, MRO shops, OEMs, and aviation technical schools. The company can be reached toll free within the United States and Canada at 1-888-458-5040 (1-585-328-5000 Outside US) or by visiting their web site at www.AviationLearning.com.