The Benedict College B.E.S.T. Lives Center is offering state-of-the-art drone training programs for students of all skill levels. In-person instruction provided by AINautics (EMBED LINK – https://ainautics.com/), a nationally recognized leader of drone technology training, will support industry certifications to prepare students to operate unmanned aerial systems (UAS) industry. Upon completion of the courses, students will be equipped with the knowledge to serve as drone pilots and successfully complete certifications.
Description: Prepares participants for the FAA Part 107 Remote Pilot Certification. Covers airspace classifications, weather reporting, remote pilot responsibilities, and operating requirements.
Cost: $2,232
Delivery: 4 days = 32 hours
Training Day: January 10–11, 2026 and January 17 –18, 2026 add the times 9 am – 5 pm
Virtual Review Day: January 23, 2026 11 a.m. – 2 p.m.
Test Day: January 26, 2026
Delivery Location: Benedict College Business Development Building (BDC)
Description: Focuses on UAS flight operations, drone-software alignment, Crew Resource Management (CRM), simulation, and team-based project scenarios.
Cost: $1,584
Delivery: 4 days = 32 hours
Proposed Schedule: February 7-8, 2026 and February 14-15, 2026 9 am – 5 pm
Review Day: February 20, 2026 11 am – 2 pm virtual
Test Day: February 23, 2026 TBD location
Delivery Location: Business Development Building (BDC)
Description: Equips participants with knowledge on forming and running a drone business, including compliance, insurance, marketing, and post-flight processing.
Cost: $1194
Delivery: 3 days = 24 hours
Proposed Schedule: TBD
Review Day: TBD
Test Day: TBD
Delivery Location: Benedict College Classroom and Stadium Practice Field
