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      ​​​​​​​Become a Skilled Drone Pilot!​​​​

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      ​Overview​

      Learn the ins-and-outs of legally flying a drone. Students will practice basic flight maneuvers and specific tasks like recording video and aerial mapping. Training will also include safety and emergency procedures.

      The Drone Pilot Training course covers FAA rules and regulations, settings and features of drones, and supervised hands-on flight instruction with a licensed drone pilot. Drones are provided for the class.​​

      Job Outlook​​​

      Average Wage: $40,170
      Projected Job Openings: 148,900


      ​​Course Requirements
      Students must pass the following TWO courses:​
      VDMA 320 - Introduction to Drone Pilot Training
      VBUS 303 - Adobe Photoshop

      Students must pass ONE of the following courses:
      VBUS 243 - Introduction to Customer Service Skills 
      VBUS 400 - Employability Skills

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      Participatio​​n Requirements
      • Be at least 18 years old on the first day of class.

      Learn more about this program.

      More classes will be available in Fall 2024. Complete the interest form below and we will contact you.

      Click here for the interest form in career education at continuing education, near tustin, orange, and westminster​​​​​​​