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“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“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“now that I’ve been in an indoctrination class with students from other schools, I know I made the right choice with Sheffield.” Kindest regards, A.R.
All schools are created equal?! yeah…sure ;)“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“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“Going to Sheffield prepared me for the real world challenges of Aircraft Dispatching. I certainly believe that the method Sheffield used is one not only for success in a real world career, but also one that prepares students to correctly dispatch aircraft.” T.Z.
Sidebar TZ“Your school has offered me an incredible advantage in the Dispatcher job market.” D.K.
D. Kircher“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“While touring my company’s dispatch department before I had my license our OCC manager pointed out that 7 of the 10 dispatchers on shift had come from Sheffield. The overall consensus was that Sheffield grads were able to hit the ground running as they were better prepared.” K.O.
Sidebar K.O.“I am a month into my new job at a airline coming out of reorganization, and am helping the training department by referencing the excellent and up to date course book provided to all Sheffield grads.” RW
RW“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“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 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“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“This school came highly recommended by multiple past students and EVEN OTHERS FROM OTHER SCHOOLS. Reputation is fantastic from multiple companies that I have worked for.”
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How do I convert my license to a FAA Aircraft Dispatcher License?
See 2 examples below, taken from actual emails, regarding license conversion:
QUESTION 1
I am a G.C.A.A. Aircraft Dispatcher license holder. As if now i would like to enquire regarding procedures to obtain a FAA flight dispatcher license. As I have been unable to acquire any job yet, which has put me with an interest to achieve the FAA Flight dispatch license, as i feel better opportunities are available. Please do let me know what course do I need to go on for a refresher or complete 6 week course, and also what would be the complete cost structure include housing. Does Sheffield also assist in acquiring jobs?
(Sent Nov 25, 2008)
Answer: Get an FAA certificate – period! You can always get the other countries’ equivalent with reduced hours courses at a reduced tuition, most likely. You may qualify to take an accelerated course from us. Contact us for more information.
QUESTION 2:
I am licensed aircraft dispatcher having license from civil aviation pakistan. I am residing in Dubai, UAE and working in Emirates Airlines in ground operation. I wanted to convert my license from FAA and ETOPs certification as emirates airlines flight operations department is giving preference to those dispatcher who are holding FAA license and specially from your school. Please guide me, how can I convert my license and what will be the minimum cost (tuition + board and lodging fees) and how many days classroom training I require?
Answer: See answer above. There really is no conversion, only receiving additional certificates.