College & University Drone Programs That Deliver Workforce Outcomes
Build a college drone degree or certificate pathway with stackable credentials—UAS certification college options including FAA Part 107, Safety Levels 1–4, and OEM micro‑credentials. Extend your employer pipeline with work‑based learning & job placement.
Professional Development That Empowers Educators
Equip yourself with nationally recognized UAS certifications and the tools to lead future-ready programs.
Build Your Skills.
Inspire Your Students.
Advance Your Career.
Training That Meets Educators Where They Are
We understand the roadblocks schools face when adopting new programs—and we’re here to make it easier.
- No Aviation Background Required
- Stackable, Industry-Recognized Certifications
- National Educator Community
- Classroom-Ready Curriculum Support
- Seasonal Earning Potential
Common hurdles to starting a drone program
We understand the roadblocks schools face when adopting new programs—and we’re here to make it easier.
- Lengthy adoption cycles
- Budget constraints
- Faculty training
- Keeping up with evolving standards
- Demonstrating workforce outcomes
- Differentiating programs
Turnkey Drone Programs for Colleges and Universities
We work with Technical Colleges, Community Colleges, and Universities to launch workforce-ready UAS programs with industry recognized certifications, expert instruction, and career outcomes.
College & University Drone Programs That Deliver Workforce Outcomes
Build a college drone degree or certificate pathway with stackable credentials—UAS certification college options including FAA Part 107, Safety Levels 1–4, and OEM micro‑credentials. Extend your employer pipeline with work‑based learning & job placement. Keywords: drone workforce training.
The USI Difference
Instructor Certification
Earn USI Instructor credentials with CEUs.
Part 107 for Educators
Focused prep and classroom implementation tips.
Safety Levels 1–4
Teach safety with ASTM‑aligned checklists and SOPs.
Ready‑to‑Teach Assets
Slide decks, labs, and assessments inside your LMS.
Office Hours & Support
Real humans during implementation and beyond.
Upskilling Pathways
Advance from foundational to advanced operations.
- Lack of subject-matter expertise? Our PD builds your knowledge step by step, starting from any background.
- Unclear career connections for students? USI certifications map directly to high-demand workforce roles.
- Limited time for new prep? Ready-to-teach curriculum reduces the burden of lesson creation.
- Need for validation? Earn nationally recognized credentials that demonstrate authority and open doors to funding.
We Understand What Educators Need Most
Flexible Training Options for Educators
- Instructor Certification (Train-the-Trainer)
Become certified to teach USI curriculum at your school or college. - Part 107 Prep & Certification
FAA Remote Pilot Certificate included—essential for teaching and flying with students. - Specializations in Safety, Flight, and Maintenance
Build expertise across multiple areas to strengthen your program and expand offerings. - Ongoing Support & Community
Access PD refreshers, instructional resources, and peer-to-peer educator networks.
Flexible Training Options for Educators
- Instructor Certification (Train-the-Trainer)
Become certified to teach USI curriculum at your school or college. - Part 107 Prep & Certification
FAA Remote Pilot Certificate included—essential for teaching and flying with students. - Specializations in Safety, Flight, and Maintenance
Build expertise across multiple areas to strengthen your program and expand offerings. - Ongoing Support & Community
Access PD refreshers, instructional resources, and peer-to-peer educator networks.
Become a Champion for Drone Education
Educators who complete USI PD don’t just gain skills—they become advocates who bring drone programs to life in their schools, districts, and colleges. With certification in hand, you can lead adoption, guide colleagues, and inspire students with a clear path from classroom learning to real careers.
Multiple options to suit your needs
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How it Works Clear Delivery options for colleges |
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Career-Ready Curriculum in Action: USI offers flexible in-person, hybrid, or online delivery options with turnkey program management, faculty training and support, comprehensive curriculum and assessments, and leadership oversight from our experienced customer success and implementation teams to ensure seamless execution.
We partner with leading colleges around the U.S.
We partner with leading colleges around the U.S.
We partner with leading
colleges around the U.S.
Our students love the hands‑on missions. USI made alignment to our CTE pathway straightforward and safe.
CTE Teacher
High School
The stackable credentials and employer partnerships helped us prove outcomes to our advisory board.
Program Director
Community College
I’m not a pilot, but the instructor PD gave me the confidence and resources to teach safely.
Science Teacher
PD Participant
The kits and safety checklists made it easy to learn at home and in group meetups.
Homeschool Co‑op Leader
Parent‑Educator
Career Outcomes Your Students Will Recognize
TESTIMONIAL FROM EMPLOYERS WHO HAVE HIRED USI TRAINED GRADUATES.
Career Outcomes Your Students Will Recognize
LOGOS TO BE ADDED HERE + TESTIMONIAL FROM EMPLOYERS WHO HAVE HIRED USI TRAINED GRADUATES.
Why Start Now?
- Total commercial UAS market is $41 billion in 2025 and growing to $126 billion by 2032.
- Top 5 industry sectors: Mapping/Surveying, Media, Agriculture, Utility, Construction
- The Services market is over $6 billion and set to exceed $18 billion by 2029.
What our Educators say
USI certifications gave us a clear way to build industry-aligned pathways. While we teach our own curriculum alongside USI’s, these certifications validate our students as qualified pilots and operators—and make their skill sets visible and valuable to employers.
Chris Strasbaugh, Director of Learning Technologies
- Ohio State University
USI is an incredible partner. What we value most is how seamlessly their approach aligns with our focus on fundamentals and transdisciplinary learning. They don’t just provide curriculum—they help us build bridges across disciplines, connecting aviation, technology, and real-world application in meaningful ways.
Lisa Swartzwelder, President and COO
- PAST Foundation
Why Start Now?
- Top 5 drone industry sectors: Mapping/Surveying, Media, Agriculture, Utility, Construction
445,000+
$126 billion
$18 billion
420,000 +
Designed for Schools. Built for Careers.
- FAA & ASTM International aligned curriculum– built to exceed industry and regulatory standards.
- Stand up your program quickly with pre-built curricula, pacing guides, SOPs, and assessments.
- Reduce startup risk with proven turnkey or hybrid models that include staffing, aircraft, marketing support, and insurance
- Expand access with short-term, stackable credentials and dual-enrollment readiness.
- Drive enrollments by serving high school feeders, veterans, career changers, and adult learners.
Why Start Now?
- Total commercial UAS market is $41 billion in 2025 and growing to $126 billion by 2032.
- Top 5 industry sectors: Mapping/Surveying, Media, Agriculture, Utility, Construction
- Services market is over $6 billion and set to exceed $18 billion by 2029.
Why Start Now
- Total commercial UAS market is $41 billion in 2025 and growing to $126 billion by 2032.
- 444,960 certificated remote pilots and 420,825 commercial drone registrations across the U.S.
- Services market is over $6 billion and set to exceed $18 billion by 2029.
The USI Pipeline Program
Ready to Explore Your Options?
Schedule a call with a Workforce Partnership Manager today and explore drone workforce training models, employer partnerships, and UAS curriculum options for your college program.
College Drone Programs
- Stand up your program quickly with pre-built curricula, pacing guides, SOPs, and assessments.
- Reduce startup risk with proven turnkey or hybrid models that include staffing, aircraft, marketing support, and insurance.
- Expand access with short-term, stackable credentials and dual-enrollment readiness.
- Drive enrollments by serving high school feeders, veterans, career changers, and adult learners.
Our teacher are the best & highly qualified
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- Nationally Recognized Standards
Only USI offers ASTM-aligned curriculum across flight operations, maintenance, and technology. - Full-Service Program Management
We provide instructors, aircraft, insurance, marketing support, and flight operations support—so you don’t have to. - Scalable Model
Whether you want to pilot one course or build a UAS Center of Excellence, we support every step. - Multi-Track Certification Pathways
From basic drone operations to advanced maintenance and electronics technician credentials.
What Sets Us Apart
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