Aviation Maintenance and Management - Job Outlook

Annual employment growth in aviation maintenance is predicted to be better than the national average through the year 2012 (U.S. Department of Labor). Additional growth will be a result of retirements, growth in the international aviation industry and as a result of the backorder of new aircraft requiring airlines to fly their older aircraft. For the latest employement outlook, see the link below.

Aviation Maintenance is an exciting career field with many areas of opportunities. Graduates of our program are employed by not only the major airlines, but also many other areas in aviation like the commuter airlines, cargo carriers, corporate aviation and general aviation.

The Airframe and Powerplant license is the minimum credential required to legally work on aircraft and is the heart of our Aviation Maintenance Programs. It requires two years (four semesters) of training which is very hands-on and technically orientated. It also represents 65-66 college academic credits, about half way to a Bachelor’s degree. Keep in mind that the Airframe and Powerplant license is not only recognized in the aviation industry, but in many other industries outside aviation. In our program, you learn many skills, which can make you employable in many other technical industries.

Going beyond the two year certificate program can open additional employment opportunities for your future. If you choose to go on for one additional semester, you can obtain an Associate degree in Aviation Maintenance. And for an additional three semesters (4 total beyond the certificate program) you can receive a bachelor’s degree in Aviation Maintenance and Management. These programs can open up opportunities for advancement into a managerial position.

 

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