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Drone Pilot Certification

The Drone Pilot Technician program has two modules: Drone Pilot Technician I and Drone Pilot Technician II.

Drone Pilot Technician I (DPTI)

This module provides students with the foundational knowledge and practical skills needed to safely operate unmanned aircraft systems (UAS). Students prepare for the FAA Part 107 Remote Pilot Knowledge Exam while learning basic flight operations, aviation safety, airspace regulations, weather interpretation, and mission planning.

Drone Pilot Technician II (DPTII)

This module builds upon the foundational knowledge acquired in Drone Pilot Technician I. Students apply FAA regulations while performing advanced commercial drone missions using industry-standard procedures. The course is organized into five knowledge areas: Drone Regulations, Airspace, Weather, Drone Performance, and Drone Operations.

Registration for the Drone Pilot Technician I will open July 20, 2026

Duration

1 Semester

Class Schedule

Drone Pilot Technician I (DPTI) - 11 Weeks

Drone Pilot Technician II (DPTII) - 8 Weeks

Tuesday and Wednesday 

6:00 PM - 9:00 PM

Cost

$495 (DPTI)

$395 (DPTII)


*Does NOT include drone

Prerequisites
  • Minimum 18 years and older
  • High school diploma or high school equivalency certificate (GED/HiSET)
  • Must participate in an orientation and placement testing session
  • DPTI prerequisite for DPTII

Orientation & Placement Testing

Orientation and placement testing for the upcoming session will open Fall 2026!

CLICK HERE TO REGISTER FOR ORIENTATION

Location

Firebaugh High School

5246 Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd

Lynwood, CA 90262

 

*Student parking available on site

Upcoming Session

Fall 2026