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Unmanned Aircraft Systems Certificate

Training Program

Credential(s) Offered

Industry certification, IHE Certificate of Completion, Employment, Measurable Skill Gain Leading to a Credential

Method of Delivery

Hybrid or blended

When offered

Daytime Hours, Evening Hours

Instructional Program (CIP)

Remote Aircraft Pilot (Personal). 360207

Description

The Unmanned Aircraft Systems Certificate prepares students to become professional unmanned aircraft operators.


Credit Hours Required: 28

Program Requirements

Program Outcomes

Upon successful completion of the Unmanned Aircraft Systems Certificate program, the learner will be able to:



  1. Select an aircraft, sensor, and accessories to complete a defined mission.

  2. Practice building remotely piloted aircraft using aircraft and ground station components.

  3. Use remotely piloted aircraft hardware and software to safely and legally complete flight missions.

  4. Interpret images and data collected during remotely piloted aircraft operations.

  5. Assemble data in a format appropriate for an industry report or presentation.

Details

Hours

28

Entrance Requirements

None

School

Yavapai College

WIOA Approved Program

Yes

Curriculum Competency Based

Yes

Training Location(s)

CTEC; Prescott

Local WIB

12 - ARIZONA@WORK - Yavapai County

Name of Credential

Unmanned Aircraft Systems Certificate

Type of financial aid offered or have access to

FAFSA Eligible

Refund Policy

https://www.yc.edu/v6/business-office/bills.html

Is the proposed curriculum currently certified by an accrediting agency or similar national standardization program?

Yes - HL Commission

Is this proposed curriculum considered a nontraditional program of training services for women?

No

Is this proposed curriculum considered a nontraditional program of training services for men?

No

Cost Items

In-State Tuition

$4,004.00

Out-of-State/District Tuition

$9,128.00

Total In-State Program Cost

$4,004.00

Total Out-of-State Program Cost

$9,128.00

Demand Occupation(s)

53-2021.00Air Traffic Controllers
$15.00 per hour

Provider Status

Approved

Address

1100 E Sheldon, Prescott, Arizona 86301

Phone Number

(928) 445-7300

Web Address

https://catalog.yc.edu/preview_program.php?catoid=28&poid=8751

Last Updated

Jun 02, 2026

Created

May 24, 2021

Renewal

Dec 27, 2026

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