Microcredential in
Drone Pilot
Registration is completed with Dutchess Community College.
Dutchess Community College
Poughkeepsie, NY 12601
Face to Face
Delivery
1 Semester
Estimated time to complete
45 Hours
Instruction hours
$650.00
Estimated cost*
What you'll learn
Go from hobbyist to working professional with this Drone Pilot microcredential! This microcredential will hone your skills in three central areas: videography, maintenance, and commercial operation. The Commercial Drone Operator course includes preparation for the Federal Aviation Administration's (FAA) Unmanned Aircraft General Small (UAG) exam, a requirement to receive your Remote Pilot Certificate from the FAA. Successful completion of this microcredential and licensure prepares you to immediately apply for drone operator or maintenance positions.
A face to face microcredential from Dutchess Community College (45 instruction hours). Registration is completed with Dutchess Community College.
Who can enroll
Ages 18 and up.
Upcoming sections
Section 1:
Open
Section 2:
Open
Section 3:
Open
What you can earn
Drone Pilot Microcredential (Digital Badge)
Pathway to Credit
This Dutchess Community College course can count toward credit at the SUNY campuses below. Each campus decides how the credit applies; confirm with its admissions or registrar office.
| Campus | Major | Counts as | Degree | Credits | As of |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tompkins Cortland Community College | General Studies | INT 110 Applied Skills Seminar | Certificate | 3 | Mar 15, 2024 |
Tompkins Cortland Community College
Major
General Studies
Counts as
INT 110 Applied Skills Seminar
Degree
Certificate
Credits
3
As of
Mar 15, 2024
Skills covered
Drone Operation
Drone Maintenance
Videography
Image Quality
FAA Part 107
Funding opportunities
You may be able to pay for this course with the funding below. Each program decides who qualifies.
Employer Tuition Assistance (Employer Sponsored)
Many employers pay for job-related training. Ask your employer before you register.
Who qualifies: Employees of a participating employer; your employer decides.
* Estimated cost
Each campus will confirm final costs.