Alvin Community College Continuing Education Workforce Development is now offering a new career training program that teaches students to become certified aircraft dispatchers.
Aircraft dispatchers work with commercial or private airlines to plan and monitor flights. These integral members of the flight team use weather, navigation, FAA regulatory requirements, aircraft systems and air traffic control data to help pilots and the ground team safely and effectively carry-out flights around the world.
“Certified aviation dispatchers are in-demand from both private and commercial aviation companies.”
The new Federal Aviation Administration (FAA)-approved Aircraft Dispatcher Program is offered by ACC in partnership with Universal Weather and Aviation, Inc, a recognized leader in aviation for over 50 years.
Students will have four months to complete the online portion of the class before moving on to the two-week, hands-on training class. After successful completion of the classroom portion of the program, students will take the FAA licensing exam.
Entry-level aircraft dispatchers who go to work for regional carriers can earn between $28,000 and $32,000 annually. Students who go to work as assistant flight dispatchers for major airlines can make up to $40,000.
“Despite the down economy, the demand for licensed dispatchers has continued to grow and is projected to increase in 2012.”
Prerequisites for certification include:
- 23 years of age
- Fluent in English
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Must enroll simultaneously in:
CEAIRP 2052, CEAIRP 2031, CEAIRP 2053, and CEAIRP 1091 - Student must pass CEAIRP 2052 and CEAIRP 2031 (two-part online component) to advance to CEAIRP 2053 and CEAIRP 1091 (two-part classroom component)
- Prior aviation experience is not required
Hybrid Program - Four Month Online/Two-week Classroom
A hybrid program is part online and part classroom instruction.
FAA Aircraft Dispatch License Training - I (Online)
Offered by Universal Weather and Aviation, Inc. a recognized leader in the aviation industry, this course prepares you for entry-level employment as an FAA-licensed aircraft dispatcher in the aviation industry. You will have eleven weeks to complete online instruction on regulatory requirements, meteorology, navigation systems, air traffic control procedures, aircraft systems, and more. You will then attend two weeks of classroom instruction in preparation for your final examination with the FAA. Students who successfully complete this course and pass the final FAA exam will obtain their FAA Aircraft Dispatcher certificate. Prerequisites for Certification: students must be 23 years of age, fluent in English, and possess a high school diploma or equivalent. This course listing is for part one (online) of the two-part course.
FAA Aircraft Dispatch License Training - II (Classroom)
This course prepares you for entry-level employment as an FAA-licensed aircraft dispatcher in the aviation industry and is offered by Universal Weather and Aviation, Inc. a recognized leader in the aviation industry. You will have a 1 day classroom training to complete instruction on communications procedures and requirements, and emergency and abnormal procedures. This is part of the two weeks of classroom instruction in preparation for your final examination with the FAA. Students who successfully complete this course and pass the final FAA exam will obtain their FAA Aircraft Dispatcher certificate. This course listing is for part two (classroom) of the two-part course.
Tuition for the 4-month on-line/2-week classroom program is $3,000 plus $50 fees. An additional $345 will be paid directly to the FAA examiner.
Classroom Program - Six-weeks
FAA Aircraft Dispatch License Training
Offered by Universal Weather and Aviation, Inc. a recognized leader in the aviation industry, this six-week course prepares you for entry-level employment as an FAA-licensed aircraft dispatcher. You will receive classroom instruction on regulatory requirements, meteorology, navigation systems, air traffic control procedures, aircraft systems, and more. Students who successfully complete this course and pass the final FAA exam will obtain their FAA Aircraft Dispatcher certificate.
Tuition for the six-week onsite classroom program is $4,000 plus $50 fees. An additional $345 will be paid directly to the FAA examiner.
Upcoming Classes
All classroom instruction to be held onsite at Universal Weather and Aviation 8787 Tallyho Rd. Houston, TX 77061.
FAA Aircraft Dispatch License Training (Hybrid)
Course Numbers: CEAIRP 2052, CEAIRP 2031, CEAIRP 2053, CEAIRP 1091
Dates: Online Part I *January 2, 2012 - April 30, 2012 / Classroom Part II begins June 11, 2012
Days: Mondays - Fridays, 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
*Must register by December 15, 2011 for January 2 start date
Course Numbers: CEAIRP 2052, CEAIRP 2031, CEAIRP 2053, CEAIRP 1091
Dates: Online Part I February 6, 2012 - June 4, 2012 / Classroom Part II begins June 11, 2012
Days: Mondays - Fridays, 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Course Numbers: CEAIRP 2052, CEAIRP 2031, CEAIRP 2053, CEAIRP 1091
Dates: Online Part I March 12, 2012 - July 9, 2012 / Classroom Part II begins August 20, 2012
Days: Mondays - Fridays, 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Course Numbers: CEAIRP 2052, CEAIRP 2031, CEAIRP 2053, CEAIRP 1091
Dates: Online Part I April 16, 2012 - August 13, 2012 / Classroom Part II begins August 20, 2012
Days: Mondays - Fridays, 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Course Numbers: CEAIRP 2052, CEAIRP 2031, CEAIRP 2053, CEAIRP 1091
Dates: Online Part I May 21, 2012 - September 17, 2012 / Classroom Part II begins October 29, 2012
Days: Mondays - Fridays, 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Course Numbers: CEAIRP 2052, CEAIRP 2031, CEAIRP 2053, CEAIRP 1091
Dates: Online Part I June 25, 2012 - October 22, 2012 / Classroom Part II begins October 29, 2012
Days: Mondays - Fridays, 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Click here for the hybrid program tuition information.
FAA Aircraft Dispatch License Training (Classroom)
Course Numbers: CEAIRP 2052, CEAIRP 2031, CEAIRP 2053, CEAIRP 1091
Dates: February 6, 2012 - March 16, 2012
Days: Mondays - Fridays, 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Course Numbers: CEAIRP 2052, CEAIRP 2031, CEAIRP 2053, CEAIRP 1091
Dates: April 16, 2012 - May 25, 2012
Days: Mondays - Fridays, 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Course Numbers: CEAIRP 2052, CEAIRP 2031, CEAIRP 2053, CEAIRP 1091
Dates: July 9, 2012 - August 17, 2012
Days: Mondays - Fridays, 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Course Numbers: CEAIRP 2052, CEAIRP 2031, CEAIRP 2053, CEAIRP 1091
Dates: September 10, 2012 - October 19, 2012
Days: Mondays - Fridays, 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Click here for the six-week program tuition information.
To learn more call 281.756.3787 or email ce@alvincollege.edu.
