Prepare Your Classroom
for the Workforce with a
Turnkey CTE / STEM Drone Curriculum

Educators at high schools, CTE programs, colleges, and technical training centers get positive outcomes with our self-paced, online course – students pass the FAA Part 107 drone license exam and learn to fly drones for real-world operations.

80,000+ Customers Served | 4,500+ 5-Star Reviews | 99%+ Pass Rate on the 1st Try

See Inside the Course

See how content is structured, how teaching notes are provided, and how students progress through the material — so you can decide if it’s the right fit for your classroom.

Access the full curriculum 24/7 on desktop or tablet — perfect for classroom, hybrid, or independent learning models
30+ hours of structured content with 80+ video and text lessons, plus instructor notes and classroom activities
Built-in progress tracking and exam readiness reporting to monitor student performance
Flexible pacing to match your semester timeline or CTE program schedule

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Serving High Schools, Colleges, and CTE Programs Nationwide

East Orange School District is rolling out UAV Coach Academy across multiple high schools. This district-wide approach equips students with commercial drone credentials and opens doors to cutting-edge STEM careers.

East Orange, New Jersey

During its “Soar to Success” Spring Unit Program, Gill St. Bernard’s School combined UAV Coach Academy with live flight training. Students prepared for FAA Part 107 certification and competed in an exciting NIST drone challenge.

Gladstone, New Jersey

Through its CTE Robotics & Advanced Manufacturing program, Shasta High School uses drones to give students hands-on flight experience and real-world STEM applications. The program prepares students for FAA Part 107 certification and careers in advanced manufacturing.

Redding, California

St. Charles West uses drones in robotics, video production, and short film classes. Students start with beginner-friendly Tello drones for flying and programming via smartphones then progress to the Mavic 2 Pro for advanced video projects.

Saint Charles, Missouri

Serving High Schools Nationwide

Curriculum Overview

Prepare your students for FAA drone certification — a 13-module curriculum with flexible pacing to fit any schedule.

Part 107 Certification

1. Welcome to Drone Pilot Ground School – 3 lessons

1.1 Course Orientation & Quick Tips
1.2 Download the PDF Test Supplement
1.3 Common Drone Industry Terms (Glossary)

2. Drone Rules and FAA Regulations – 11 lessons

2.1 Intro to Part 107 Regulations
2.2 Crew Member Definitions
2.3 Registering Your Drone
2.4 Reporting an Accident or In-Flight Emergency
2.5 Operating Limitations: Speed, Visibility, Cloud Clearance
2.6 Required Documents and Flight Logging
2.7 Flying from a Moving Vehicle
2.8 Flying Over People
2.9 Flying Visual Line-of-Sight
2.10 Alcohol, Drugs, and Physiology
2.11 Airspace Authorization and Operational Waivers

3. Night Operations Training – 4 lessons

3.1 Anti-Collision Lighting and Civil Twilight Hours
3.2 Night Ops Environment & Best Practices
3.3 How Your Eyes Function at Night
3.4 Understanding Visual Illusions

4. National Airspace System (NAS) – 8 lessons

4.1 Class B Airspace
4.2 Class C Airspace
4.3 Class D Airspace
4.4 Class E Airspace
4.5 Class G Airspace
4.6 Special Use Airspace
4.7 Military Training Routes (MTRs)
4.8 TFRs and NOTAMs

5. Reading Sectional Charts – 10 lessons

5.1 What’s a Sectional Chart?
5.2 Latitude and Longitude
5.3 VFR Checkpoints
5.4 Notification Boxes
5.5 MSL vs. AGL
5.6 Airport Icons and Data
5.7 Isogonic Lines
5.8 Maximum Elevation Figures
5.9 Victor Airways
5.10 Advanced Sectional Chart Interpretation

6. Airport Operations – 5 lessons

6.1 Reading a Chart Supplement
6.2 Runways and Traffic Patterns
6.3 Right of Way
6.4 Towered vs. Non-Towered Airports
6.5 Airport Signs and Markings

7. Weather and Micrometeorology – 8 lessons

7.1 Standard Conditions and Density Altitude
7.2 Wind and Currents
7.3 Moisture, Fog and Frost
7.4 Reading a METAR Report
7.5 Reading a TAF Report
7.6 Operating in Extreme Weather
7.7 Clouds, Ceilings and Visibility
7.8 Stable vs. Unstable Air (Understanding Air Masses)

8. Drone Flight Operations – 13 lessons

8.1 Hazardous Flight Operations
8.2 Emergency Operations
8.3 Lost Link Procedures
8.4 LiPo Batteries
8.5 Aeronautical Decision-Making (ADM)
8.6 Crew Resource Management (CRM)
8.7 PAVE, IMSAFE & DECIDE Models
8.8 5 Hazardous Attitudes
8.9 Radio Communications
8.10 UAS Loading and Performance
8.11 UAS Maintenance and Inspection
8.12 Preflight Checklist
8.13 Remote Identification (Remote ID)

9. Practice Tests, Cram Sheet & FAA Exam – 6 lessons

9.1 Full-Length Practice Tests
9.2 Cram Sheet (Am I Ready to Take the Test?)
9.3 Getting Your FAA Tracking Number (FTN) and Booking Your Exam
9.4 Test Day Checklist
9.5 Using IACRA to Apply for Your Remote Pilot Certificate
9.6 How to Renew Your FAA Part 107 Remote Pilot Certificate

Flight Skills

10. FAA Drone Rules & Registration – 2 lessons

10.1 Overview of FAA Drone Rules
10.2 Drone Registration Walkthrough

11. Airspace Research & Mission Planning – 5 lessons

11.1 Do I Need Airspace Authorization?
11.2 How to Get Airspace Authorization (Using LAANC)
11.3 How to Get Airspace Authorization (Using FAA DroneZone)
11.4 A Few Days Before Your Flight
11.5 The Night Before (or Morning of) Your Flight

12. Drone Flight Training – 7 lessons

12.1 Your Guide to Drone Hardware & Flight Controls
12.2 Mastering the Basic Flight Maneuvers
12.3 How Return to Home (RTH) Works
12.4 Risk Management (AKA Planning for What Can Go Wrong)
12.5 Using Intelligent Flight Modes
12.6 Cinematic Maneuvers & Settings to Level Up Your Drone Shots
12.7 NIST Bucket Training

Workforce Development

13. Drones in the Workforce – 7 lessons

13.1 Drone Industry Pathways & Careers
13.2 Real Estate & Event Marketing

13.3 Construction

13.4 Energy & Utilities

13.5 Public Safety

13.6 Agriculture

13.7 Starting a Drone Services Business

Pricing

Up to 20 Students

per school year

$1,500

Up to 50 Students

per school year

$3,000

Teach Real Flight Skills with Zero Crash Risk

We’ve partnered with a leading drone flight simulator trusted by organizations like NASA, Clemson University, and more than 25 state departments of transportation. Students can begin building real flight skills immediately in realistic environments—without physical drones, weather delays, or airspace restrictions. Simulation removes common barriers like battery charging, equipment damage, and limited lab time, while allowing students to train anywhere with a computer and internet access. Instructors can track flight time, assign exercises, and identify skill gaps through this built-in learning management system.

Standards-Aligned for Funding and Career Readiness

Our curriculum is built to align with the Common Career Technical Core (CCTC) and the Next Generation Science Standards (NGSS).

This means administrators can confidently show that drone education supports Perkins V funding priorities, CTE pathways, and STEM reporting requirements. Students aren’t just learning how to pass the FAA Part 107 exam – they’re practicing workplace safety, problem solving, teamwork, and engineering design in ways that check the boxes for accountability and deliver real-world career skills.

Top-Rated by School Districts, Colleges, and CTE Programs Nationwide

“This was the first year for the Drone Pilot Class at Cambridge High School in Ohio. We purchased this program for me and my four students. We spent the winter months this year going through this program and studying every aspect. The lectures are very clear and to the point. We took the five practice tests at the end and studied every answer until we all felt that we were ready. We recently took a field trip to a nearby testing center and I am thrilled to report that all five of us, one old teacher and four 16-17 year olds, passed the test the first time! Thanks for providing such an awesome program.”

The Benefits of Drones in Education & Workforce Training

Frequently Asked Questions

Payments

How do we pay for our faculty or students to take the course?

We’ll send an invoice to you and/or the appropriate person in your organization, and we accept payments by credit card, PayPal and check.

Can you process purchase orders?

Yes, we’ll process your purchase order and issue an invoice.

My institution is tax-exempt — how can I sign up?

If your institution is tax-exempt, please email a copy of your state-issued tax-exempt form to enroll@uavcoach.com, including the number of people you wish to enroll.

Can you fill out paperwork to become a vendor with my institution?

Sure, we’re happy to provide the necessary information to officially get set up in your system.

Enrollment & Logging In

Can I get a progress report?

Yes, each teacher gets access to live progress reporting, including student knowledge check and practice exam scores. Contact enroll@uavcoach.com for assistance.

Can we share log-ins with other faculty or students?

It’s to your advantage to have your own log-in so you can easily track your progress through the course. We operate on the honor system and reserve the right to revoke access if we see an unusually high number of log-ins from the same account.

Can we transfer enrollment to someone else?

Yes, you can transfer an enrollment to another team member if the original enrollee completed less than 25% of the course. This substitution option is made available one time for each paid enrollment seat at no additional cost. Contact enroll@uavcoach.com for assistance.

How long does our faculty or students have access to the course?

This course includes 30+ hours of structured curriculum and each paid enrollment retains access to their account for one academic year.