Drone Pilot Certification

This program consists of two modules: Drone Pilot Technician I and Drone Pilot Technician II.

About the Modules

• Drone Pilot Technician I (DPTI)

  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)

  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.

Schedule

• Duration: 1 Semester
• Drone Pilot Technician I (DPTI): 11 Weeks
• Drone Pilot Technician II (DPTII): 8 Weeks
• Class Days/Times: Tuesday and Wednesday, 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM
• Upcoming Session: Fall 2026
• Registration Opens: July 20, 2026 (for DPTI)

Pay

• Drone Pilot Technician I (DPTI): $495
• Drone Pilot Technician II (DPTII): $395
• Does NOT include drone.

Requirements

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

Orientation & Placement Testing

Orientation and placement testing for the upcoming session will open Fall 2026. Register for orientation here.

Location

Firebaugh High School
5246 Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd
Lynwood, CA 90262
Student parking available on site