National Occupational Standards and Certification System: Soaring to New Human Resources Heights in the Aviation Maintenance Sector

This case study looks at the impact and benefits that the Canadian Aviation Maintenance Council’s (CAMC’s) National Occupational Standards and Certification system is having on the aviation maintenance and aerospace industry in Canada. It explores how this system affects the capacity of individuals and organizations to perform. It also considers the system’s Keys to Success and its potential as a model for other Sector Councils.

CAMC’s standards and certification system is a good example of how a Sector Council can work with key industry stakeholders to address and overcome pressing human resources issues in a timely, professional and collaborative manner. Today, there is a growing demand for certified workers throughout the country in many industries and occupations. The CAMC model is leading the way in the aviation maintenance and aerospace industry, and is in a position to share its expertise with other sectors of the economy.