Series of general courses for National Authorities and other stakeholders in States Parties on a range of topics aimed at assisting them with implementation of the Chemical Weapons Convention 

<div class="text_to_html">Module 1-2: History of Chemical Weapons, the Chemical Weapons Convention and Introduction to the OPCW </div>
  • Module 1-2: History of Chemical Weapons, the Chemical Weapons Convention and Introduction to the OPCW
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In this module you will learn about the history of chemical weapons, the Chemical Weapons Convention (CWC) and the implementing body of the CWC: the Organisation for the Prohibition of Chemical Weapons (OPCW). 

A pass  grade of 80% in the Final Test is required to obtain a Certificate. 
<div class="text_to_html">Module 3: The Chemical Weapons Convention Article by Article </div>
  • Module 3: The Chemical Weapons Convention Article by Article

In this module you will get an insight into the provisions of the Convention starting with the Preamble, and covering the 24 Articles, and three Annexes of the Chemical Weapons Convention. 

A pass  grade of 80% in the Final Test is required to obtain a Certificate. 
<div class="text_to_html">Module 4: Establishing and Running a National Authority </div>
  • Module 4: Establishing and Running a National Authority

In this module you’ll learn about establishing/designating and running a National Authority and the specific tasks and obligations they deal with.

A pass  grade of 80% in the Final Test is required to obtain a Certificate. 
<div class="text_to_html">Module 5: National Implementing Legislation </div>
  • Module 5: National Implementing Legislation

This module covers the obligation to enact National Implementing Legislation to allow the enforcement of the Chemical Weapons Convention at a national level.  

A pass  grade of 80% in the Final Test is required to obtain a Certificate. 
<div class="text_to_html">Module 6: Implementation of Article X: Assistance and Protection </div>
  • Module 6: Implementation of Article X: Assistance and Protection

In this module you’ll learn how the OPCW and States Parties implement Article X of the Chemical Weapons Convention, which addresses assistance and protection against chemical weapons. 

A pass  grade of 80% in the Final Test is required to obtain a Certificate. 
<div class="text_to_html">Module 7: National Implementing Legislation: Initial Measures </div>
  • Module 7: National Implementing Legislation: Initial Measures

This module will provide you with the knowledge and support necessary for effective implementation of the Chemical Weapons Convention at a national level. 

A pass  grade of 80% in the Final Test is required to obtain a Certificate. 
<div class="text_to_html">Module 8: A Guide for National Authorities on Submissions under Article X via the Online Platform PAD </div>
  • Module 8: A Guide for National Authorities on Submissions under Article X via the Online Platform PAD

This module introduces the Protection and Assistance Databank (PAD) and provides practical information on the use of PAD.   

A pass  grade of 80% in the Final Test is required to obtain a Certificate. 
<div class="text_to_html">Module 9: Article XI - An Introduction to Chemical Safety and Security Management </div>
  • Module 9: Article XI - An Introduction to Chemical Safety and Security Management

In this module you will learn about the chemical safety and security management principles. It will provide you with tools and knowledge on mitigation of risks arising from chemical accidents and the potential misuse of highly toxic chemicals, including the threat of terrorism.  

A pass  grade of 80% in the Final Test is required to obtain a Certificate.