Introductions to Drone Operations

This two-day intensive course equips you with the essential theory and hands-on flight skills required for safe, professional drone operations.

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Course Description

The curriculum covers a comprehensive range of critical topics, including CAA regulatory guidelines, UK air law, meteorology, and robust mission planning. You will move from classroom safety protocols to field-based practical exercises, ensuring you can operate responsibly in complex environments.

Through guided flight manouvres and real-world risk assessments, you will build the proficiency needed to handle equipment confidently and stay compliant with current aviation standards. Whether you are a hobbyist or an aspiring commercial pilot, this course fosters a thorough understanding of the technical and theoretical aspects of the modern drone industry.

During the course you will have the opportunity to complete your CAA License in the A1 & A3 Open Category.
Entry Requirements

There is age requirement of 19+ for participants.
Course Length

How long is this course?

2 days

When does this course start?

21/22 April, 12/13 May, 01/02 June, 22/23 June 2027

How many hours / days per week is this course?

2 days 09:00 - 16:00

Course Fees

Age	Cost
19+	£250

Fee information

Adult (19+) learners

Depending on your age, course, educational history and personal circumstances, there may be options available for you to receive a course fully-funded by the government. Our fee calculator will help give you an idea on whether you'll be able to have your course fee waived or covered by an Advanced Learner Loan.

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Learners with an active Education, Health & Care Plan

If you are aged 19 - 24 at the start of your course and have an active Education, Health & Care Plan (EHCP), any course up to and including level 3 will be fully-funded by the government. This means you will not have a course fee to pay and any equipment considered essential to complete your course will be provided by the college.

Please note the information on this page was correct at the time of publication but is subject to change due to factors beyond our control.

Additional Information

What qualification will I achieve?

What will be covered?

Air Law & Responsibilities

Airspace Operating Principles

Meteorology

UAS General Knowledge

Mission Planning & Risk Assessment:

Pre-Flight Checks Core Flight Manoeuvres Emergency Procedures Post-Flight Actions

How is my course assessed?

On completion of the course, you will gain your CAA A1 & A3 Open Category licence, and be awarded a Continuing Professional Development (CPD) approved CWA Green Skills Academy certificate.