UAS Bootcamp at Haney Tech
UAS Bootcamp Program Details
Starts May 12, 2025 | 16-Week Accelerated Program
Program Overview
The UAS Bootcamp Program at Haney Tech includes in-depth instruction on UAS safety, regulatory certifications, human factors, safety management systems and provides hands-on flight experience to prepare participants for a career in UAS. This program integrates multiple industry certifications into a streamlined curriculum that can be completed in as few as sixteen weeks.
Certifications Available:
1 - Remote Pilot Certificate (From the FAA)
2 - VLOS System Operation Ground Certification (From USI)
3 - VLOS System Operation Flight Certification (From USI)
4 - Safety Level 1 Certification (From USI)
5 - Advanced Safety Level 1 Certification (From USI)
6 - Advanced Safety Level 2 Certification (From USI)
7 - Advanced Unmanned System Ground Certification (From USI)
8 - Advanced Unmanned System Flight Certification (From USI)
Bootcamp Duration / Schedule
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- Duration: 16 weeks of intensive, full-time study
- Structure: Combination of online and instructor-led activities, including multiple on-site training residencies at Tom P. Haney Technical College.
Certification is valid for 24 months; recertification is accomplished by completing recurrent training.
NOTE: Curriculum is available through USI to prepare for the exam but is not required to sit for the proctored certification exam. Recertification is assessed by a third-party, independent provider.
Skills You'll Gain:
- Aeronautics
- Meteorology
- Airspace & Aviation Regulations
- Aeronautical Decision Making (ADM)
- Mission Planning, Safety Best Practices
- sUAS Technology
- Data Links, Control Stations, Payloads
- Human Factors
- Safety Management
- Advanced Flight Operations
Great For:
- Entry-level employees seeking employment in the unmanned aviation industry or Mid-level individuals looking to upskill or reskill to a new role
- Professionals in Public Safety, Construction, Agriculture, Real Estate, Emergency Response, Academia, and Beyond!

