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This Summer, MCC to Offer FAA Remote Pilot Certification Course
MCC is offering an FAA Remote Pilot Certification program starting Saturday, July 13 on the Bedford campus
This summer, Middlesex Community College is offering an FAA Remote Pilot Certification program. Run by the college’s Community Education and Training (CET) division, the course will take place on MCC’s Bedford Campus starting on Saturday, July 13.
“From real estate agents taking aerial photos to engineers better envisioning their ideas, the pilot certification benefits a variety of industries,” said Audrey Nahabedian, MCC’s Dean of Workforce Development. “The program is open to anyone interested in adding a useful skill to their resume or learning a fun new hobby. The certification serves to make businesses more legitimate in the services they offer.”
Over three days, participants will learn about FAA requirements for drone operations, regulations and safety practices. The 21-hour course covers all of the required knowledge content areas of the FAA’s Remote Pilot Test. Skills include regulations, the National Airspace System, weather, aircraft loading and performance, and flight operations.
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The program will run from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. for three consecutive Saturdays, from July 13 to July 27. Taught by Aviation and UAS industry expert David Price, previous aviation experience is not required to sign up for the program. Upon completion, students will be prepared to sit for the FAA Remote Pilot Test.
MCC’s CET courses and programs provide employees with the training and skills they need to advance in their careers. Other classes this summer include eligible grant funded programs, including a Business Computer Applications Certificate starting July 12 and Practical Computers beginning August 6.
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“We have a variety of programs this summer to help individuals advance their careers and enrich their lives,” Nahabedian said. “Gain valuable and meaningful insight into some of the leading industries in the state to become prepared to get hired into stable and fulfilling roles.”
Visit www.middlesex.mass.edu/careertraining/ for more information and to register for classes.
