START YOUR CAREER AS CABIN CREW
Initial Cabin Crew Course in Porto
Get ready to work as Cabin Crew and kick off a dynamic, international career with new opportunities.
With IFA’s Initial Cabin Crew Course, you will acquire the theoretical and practical knowledge needed to practice the profession and obtain the Cabin Crew Attestation, issued by ANAC under EASA regulations.
Training in Porto for €1,280
Transport and accommodation for the two mandatory days of practical training in Lisbon are included.
THE FIRST STEP TOWARD A CAREER IN AVIATION
Working as Cabin Crew is much more than just travelling.
A cabin crew member is responsible for ensuring the safety, well-being, and assistance of passengers during all phases of flight.
Throughout the training, you will learn how to act in emergency situations, provide first aid, fight fires, execute evacuation procedures, and work as part of a team in a demanding and international environment.
Upon successfully completing the course, you will obtain the Cabin Crew Attestation, which allows you to apply to airlines covered by EASA regulations.
CERTIFIED TRAINING
IFA’s training is certified by DGERT.
Upon successfully completing the course, you will obtain the Cabin Crew Attestation, issued by ANAC in accordance with EASA regulations.
This certificate allows you to apply for professional opportunities as cabin crew with airlines covered by these regulations.
IFA also provides students with support in preparing for recruitment processes, including guidance on applications and interviews.
Selection and hiring always depend on the criteria defined by each airline.
HOW DOES THE COURSE IN PORTO WORK?
The in-person day course has a duration of:
3 weeks and 2 days
Classes take place from Monday to Friday, from:
9:30 AM to 6:00 PM
The main training takes place in person in Porto.
The two mandatory days of practical training are held in Lisbon, in partnership with the São Pedro de Sintra Volunteer Fire Department.
Before the course begins, the IFA team will communicate the venue, timetables, and all the necessary information.
TRANSPORT AND ACCOMMODATION INCLUDED
To make it easier for students from the Porto class to participate, the course fee includes:
Transport between Porto and Lisbon for the practical training
Accommodation for the required period
Two days of mandatory practical training
Support from the IFA team throughout the process
101 HOURS OF TRAINING
86 hours of theoretical training
15 hours of practical training
Throughout the course, you will develop essential knowledge and skills to work as Cabin Crew.
WHAT WILL YOU LEARN?
- Aeronautical legislation
- Civil aviation security
- Emergency procedures
- First aid
Basic Life Support — CPR - Crew Resource Management — CRM
- Transport of dangerous goods
- Aquatic survival
- Emergency evacuation
- On-board firefighting
- Operation of doors and emergency equipment
- Communication and teamwork
PRACTICAL TRAINING FOR REAL SITUATIONS
First aid
Firefighting
Aquatic survival
Emergency evacuation
ACCESS REQUIREMENTS
Minimum age
You can start the course at 17 years old, as long as you turn 18 by the end of the training.
There is no maximum age to take the course.
Education
English
Swimming
It is mandatory to know how to swim and be able to cover 50 metres without assistance and without a life jacket.
If you do not yet know how to swim or do not feel prepared to meet this requirement, you can take swimming lessons at a municipal pool or contact the fire department in your area before the course begins.
Medical examination
You are not required to undergo medical examinations to take the course.
However, after obtaining your Cabin Crew Attestation, airlines typically require a medical certificate issued by an Aeronautical Medical Centre as part of the recruitment process.
HOW MUCH DOES THE COURSE COST?
€1,280
Registration fee
€350
This amount is deducted from the total course price.
CAN I PAY IN INSTALMENTS?
Yes.
Payment can be made in instalments.
The number of instalments available varies depending on how early you enrol, since the total amount must be fully paid by the end of the first week of classes.
The IFA team can present you with the options available for the class you wish to join.
Who is this course for?
This course is suitable for those who:
- Wants to start a career in aviation
- Is looking for a dynamic and international profession
- Enjoys communicating and working with people
- Has an interest in the aviation sector
- Can work in a team and under pressure
- Is prepared to take on responsibilities related to passenger safety
- Wants to obtain the necessary certification to apply to airlines
No previous professional experience in aviation is required.
WHY CHOOSE IFA?
Over 28 years of experience
IFA has over 28 years of experience in training professionals for the aviation sector.
Certified training
The training is certified by DGERT and allows you to obtain the Cabin Crew Attestation issued by ANAC, in accordance with EASA regulations.
Theoretical and practical preparation
The course combines classroom training with practical training in essential safety and emergency procedures.
Support in preparing for recruitment
The IFA team supports students in preparing applications and interviews for airlines.
In-person training in Porto
You can take the in-person training in Porto, with transport and accommodation included for the mandatory practical training days in Lisbon.
HOW CAN I ENROL?
1. Fill in the form
2. Fala com a equipa da IFA
3. Submit the documentation
- Identification document
- Academic certificate
- Completed enrolment form
- Proof of payment of the enrolment fee
4. Secure your spot
RECEIVE ALL THE INFORMATION ABOUT THE NEXT CLASS
- Next dates in Porto
- Availability of spots
- Payment conditions
- Required documentation
- Practical training in Lisbon
- Transport and accommodation included
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Yes. IFA’s training is certified by DGERT.
Upon successfully completing the course, you will obtain the Cabin Crew Attestation, issued by ANAC in accordance with EASA regulations.
Upon successfully completing the course, you will receive the Cabin Crew Attestation issued by ANAC under EASA regulations.
After obtaining your Cabin Crew Attestation, you can apply to airlines.
IFA provides support in preparing applications and interviews, but selection always depends on the criteria defined by each airline.
The in-person day course lasts 3 weeks and 2 days.
Day classes take place from Monday to Friday, from 9:30 AM to 6:00 PM.
Yes. The course is available in-person in Porto.
The two days of practical training are held in Lisbon, in partnership with the São Pedro de Sintra Volunteer Fire Department.
The IFA team will communicate the venue, timetables, and all necessary information in advance.
Yes. For students from the Porto class, transport and accommodation for the two mandatory days of practical training in Lisbon are included in the course fee.
The course fee is €1,280, including transport and accommodation for the mandatory practical training in Lisbon.
Yes. The registration fee is €350 and is deducted from the total course price.
Yes. The number of instalments varies depending on how early you enrol.
The total course fee must be fully paid by the end of the first week of classes.
No. Previous experience in the aviation field is not required.
You can start the course at 17 years old, as long as you turn 18 by the end of the training.
There is no maximum age to take the course.
Yes. You must have completed secondary education, equivalent, or higher.
Yes. You must have at least a B1 level.
The course is taught in Portuguese, but the manual, tests, and aeronautical terminology are in English.
Yes. You must be able to swim 50 metres without assistance and without a life jacket.
If you do not yet know how to swim, we recommend that you take swimming lessons before the course begins.
You are not required to undergo medical examinations to take the course.
However, airlines may require a medical certificate issued by a certified Aeronautical Medical Centre during the recruitment process.
If IFA cancels the course, a full refund of the amount paid will be made, in accordance with the applicable refund policy.
Postponement may be possible upon payment of the applicable fee and in accordance with the conditions set out in IFA’s policy.
Each request will be analysed by the team.
TAKE THE FIRST STEP TOWARD A CAREER IN AVIATION
In-person course in Porto
3 weeks and 2 days
€1,280
Transport and accommodation for practical training in Lisbon included
You can also contact the Cabin Crew team via:
Email: hello@ifa-training.com
WhatsApp: +351 927 471 413
Service hours: Monday to Friday, from 9:00 AM to 6:00 PM.
