Why you should Study at an FAA-Accredited School

The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) is a government regulated department that ensures air travel safety. Part of the FAA’s responsibilities is to certify and provide licensing to aviation professionals; including pilots, mechanics, flight attendants, and aircraft dispatchers.

There are many aircraft dispatcher schools available nationwide and online, but not all schools are FAA-Accredited. There are three very important reasons why it is important to study at an FAA-Accredited school.

Higher Quality of Training

Like any institution, when a school is accredited it ensures a standardized level of learning. In order to be approved, schools must meet a set of standards written by the FAA with respect to equipment, facilities, personnel, and curricula. Sheffield School of Aeronautics is the oldest FAA-Accredited aircraft dispatcher school in the world. The recognition that the institution receives is what makes Sheffield the most experienced, qualified, and reputable school available for aircraft dispatcher training.

FAA-Certification Requirements

There are three requirements for being FAA Certified:

  1. Must be 18 years of age
  2. Must pass three types of FAA exams – written, oral, and practical
  3. Must have at least 18 months of experience on the job (either civilian or military experience) or graduate from an FAA-Accredited school

If you choose to move forward with a career in aviation, choosing an FAA-Accredited school will speed up the process for being FAA-Certified. Choosing an FAA-Accredited school will not only prepare you for your new career path, but will also help to expedite the process and eliminate the need for practical experience.

Pricing

Do not make decisions on your future based on financial concerns alone. As previously stated, FAA-Accredited schools have a higher quality of training which should be one of your main requirements when choosing a school. There are different courses that offer different pricing and some schools offer financial assistance. If you are considering choosing a non-accredited school based off of cost alone, you could be making a huge mistake and end up wasting money in the long run. To eventually become FAA-Certified you need to graduate from a FAA program or have 18 months of OJT, saving a few dollars at the beginning could cost you a lot more in the end.

Sheffield School of Aeronautics is a worldwide recognized FAA-Accredited aircraft dispatcher school. With over 65 years of training experience more commercial airlines choose Sheffield graduates than any other aircraft dispatcher program available. Sheffield Schools offer the highest quality of training that will exceed FAA regulations for a price that you can afford.

If you are looking for an aircraft dispatcher school and are not sure if an FAA-Accredited school is right for you, call Sheffield today. Our admissions counselors would love to help you choose the right school and program for you. Call 800-843-8289 today to learn why Sheffield is the right school for you!

 

 

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    “I entered my profession, with more knowledge and information than dispatchers who have been practicing their craft for more than ten years. Not only has Sheffield provided a top notch education, but they have also instilled in me the confidence to succeed.” A.Z. Sidebar AZ – Student Testimonial
    “Sheffield School of Aeronautics is known worldwide for its quality training and has been recommended to me by our national airline Swiss International Airlines. Whenever I mention the name ‘Sheffield’ it rings a bell in people’s ears.” IW IW
    “After receiving my certificate, I joined a class of 4 experienced dispatchers for Part 121 initial training. Without experience, my preparation at Sheffield enabled me to become active at the same time after the initial training.” PR PR
    “I wanted to tell you I got the job offer from Expressjet, and start next month! I think a couple others from class were hired as well. It just shows the Sheffield reputation when I see graduates from other schools complaining that they can’t get an interview – I wasn’t even back home to Minneapolis […] Dan Gustafson
    “Eric Morris is one of the most if not the most knowledgeable and experienced authorities on Aircraft Dispatching in the United States. He strives constantly to make the industry better.” DH sidebar DH
    “Being that half my new hire class dropped out over the course of training, I can confidently say that Sheffield helped to prepare me for the real world.” GT – abridged testimonial – school selection matters
    “These men represented the highest caliber of professionalism and integrity. The education I received from these gentleman has afforded me to be gainfully employed while having the opportunity to use the education received, all over this country, and more than a few others.” WG sidebar wg
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    “This was an amazing class! Always interesting! It was like drinking from a fire hose, but I have never enjoyed a course more than this one. Thank you for a great 5 weeks & EWINS!” R.S. R.S. Testimonial – 5-weeks & EWINS
    “Their reputation of excellence amongst the industry is second to none. Sheffield School of Aeronautics should be seen as the standard of how it can be done and how it should be done. I was hired at a major airline with no dispatch experience.” A.Z. Sidebar AZ
    “As a graduate of the aircraft dispatcher program at the Sheffield School of Aeronautics…My training was intense and thorough and furnished me with the requisite skills for performing my current job as a Flight Dispatch Supervisor.” N.S. Sidebar NS
    “I am a graduate of the Sheffield’s Dispatcher Program. I have been a Captain-Part 121 Airline, Certified Flight/Grnd Instructor, and FAA Designated Check Airman and Sim Instructor (Part 121). From my experience I would rate Sheffield School as outstanding in their field.” PT PT
    “Sheffield School of Aeronautics is a highly recognized and respected organization throughout the airline industry. They only produce the highest quality of graduate…” P.W. Sidebar PW
    “I am so glad they are like this because it made me a better dispatcher and I really appreciate their high standards. I would highly recommend Sheffield to anyone who is willing to study hard and is serious about obtaining a Dispatcher Certificate.” MC MC
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