Meet the minimum age requirement in your country
Complete the required education, usually a high school diploma or equivalent
Earn a degree if required by your national aviation authority
Meet medical and vision standards
Pass background and security checks
Apply for air traffic controller training programs or job openings
Pass entrance exams and aptitude tests
Complete official air traffic control training
Gain certification or licensing from the aviation authority
Complete on-the-job training at an assigned facility
Pass final performance evaluations
Maintain medical fitness and ongoing proficiency
Continue recurrent training and recertification as required