Fully Accredited and ICAO Compliant

What is Accreditation

If standards are met, accredited status is granted by the agency. In most countries in the world, the function of educational accreditation is conducted by a government organization, such as a ministry of education. In the United States however, a quality assurance process exists that is independent of government and performed by private membership associations. The U.S. accreditation process developed in the late 19th century and early 20th century after educational institutions perceived a need for improved coordination and articulation between secondary and post-secondary educational institutions, along with standardization of requirements between the two levels.

Aerocadet uses only accredited flight training and academic providers. The resulting accreditation is compliant with the following regulatory bodies:

College Accreditaiton in the US and Canada

College accreditation is the process by which an independent organization evaluates and confirms that a college or university meets certain standards of quality. These standards typically cover areas such as academic programs, faculty qualifications, financial stability, and student services.

Accreditation is important for several reasons. First, it helps to ensure that students are receiving a quality education. Second, it makes it easier for students to transfer credits from one school to another. Third, it makes it more likely that students will be able to get financial aid. Finally, it can help to improve the reputation of a school.

There are two main types of college accreditation: institutional accreditation and programmatic accreditation. Institutional accreditation is awarded to a school as a whole, while programmatic accreditation is awarded to a specific program or department within a school.

In the United States, there are several regional accrediting agencies that are recognized by the U.S. Department of Education. These agencies are responsible for evaluating and accrediting colleges and universities in their respective regions.

National accreditation is also available, but it is not as widely recognized as regional accreditation. National accrediting agencies typically focus on specific types of schools or programs, such as religious schools or online schools.

If you are considering attending a college or university, it is important to make sure that the school is accredited. You can find a list of accredited schools on the website of the U.S. Department of Education.

Here are some of the benefits of attending an accredited college or university:

• Increased job opportunities: Many employers prefer to hire graduates from accredited schools.
• More financial aid: You may be eligible for more financial aid if you attend an accredited school.
• Transferability of credits: If you decide to transfer to another school, your credits will be more likely to transfer if the school is accredited.
• Enhanced reputation: An accredited school has a better reputation than a non-accredited school. This can be helpful when applying for jobs or graduate school.

Our College FTP partner in the US is Aviator College of Aeronautical Science and Technology. Aviator College is accredited by the Accrediting Commission of Career Schools, and Colleges (ACCSC). More and over, Aviator College Flight and Ground Courses are approved by the Veterans Administration affording the veteran eligibility to receive tuition reimbursement.

Flight Training Accreditation by FAA (United States)

The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) in the US does not directly accredit flight training schools. However, the FAA does have a set of regulations that flight training schools must meet in order to be approved to provide training for FAA certificates and ratings. These regulations are found in Title 14 of the Code of Federal Regulations (CFR) part 141.

To be approved by the FAA, a flight training school must meet the following requirements:

• Have a qualified staff of flight instructors and ground instructors.
• Have adequate facilities and equipment.
• Follow a structured training program that meets FAA standards.
• Maintain records of student progress.
• Comply with all applicable FAA regulations.

Flight training schools that meet these requirements are issued an FAA-approved Part 141 Certificate of Authorization (COA). This COA allows the school to provide training for FAA certificates and ratings.

It is important to note that not all flight training schools are FAA-approved. Some schools may choose to operate under Part 61 of the CFR, which has less stringent requirements. However, students who train at an FAA-approved Part 141 school can be assured that they are receiving training that meets the highest standards of quality.

Here are some of the benefits of attending an FAA-approved flight training school:

• Increased likelihood of passing the FAA knowledge and practical exams: FAA-approved schools have a proven track record of student success.
• More flexibility in scheduling: FAA-approved schools typically offer more flexible scheduling options than non-approved schools.
• Access to more advanced training equipment: FAA-approved schools typically have access to more advanced training equipment, such as simulators and flight training devices.
• Increased job opportunities: Many employers prefer to hire pilots who have trained at an FAA-approved school.

All of our US FTPs have FAA accreditation to conduct flight training under part 141 and part 61 curriculum.

Flight Training Accreditation by TCCA (Canada)

The Transport Canada Aviation Branch (TCCA) in Canada does not directly accredit flight training schools. However, the TCCA does have a set of regulations that flight training schools must meet in order to be approved to provide training for TCCA certificates and ratings. These regulations are found in the Canadian Aviation Regulations (CARs) Part IV, Subpart 403.

To be approved by the TCCA, a flight training school must meet the following requirements:

• Have a qualified staff of flight instructors and ground instructors.
• Have adequate facilities and equipment.
• Follow a structured training program that meets TCCA standards.
• Maintain records of student progress.
• Comply with all applicable TCCA regulations.

Flight training schools that meet these requirements are issued a TCCA-approved Flight Training Unit Operator Certificate (FTUOC). This FTUOC allows the school to provide training for TCCA certificates and ratings.

It is important to note that not all flight training schools are TCCA-approved. Some schools may choose to operate under Part VI of the CARs, which has less stringent requirements. However, students who train at a TCCA-approved school can be assured that they are receiving training that meets the highest standards of quality.

Here are some of the benefits of attending a TCCA-approved flight training school:

• Increased likelihood of passing the TCCA knowledge and practical exams: TCCA-approved schools have a proven track record of student success.
• More flexibility in scheduling: TCCA-approved schools typically offer more flexible scheduling options than non-approved schools.
• Access to more advanced training equipment: TCCA-approved schools typically have access to more advanced training equipment, such as simulators and flight training devices.
• Increased job opportunities: Many employers prefer to hire pilots who have trained at a TCCA-approved school.

If you are considering getting a pilot's license in Canada, I recommend that you choose a TCCA-approved flight training school. This will give you the best chance of success and help you reach your aviation goals.

Here are some resources where you can find a list of TCCA-approved flight training schools:

• Transport Canada Aviation Branch website: https://tc.canada.ca/en/aviation/
• Canadian Council for Aviation and Aerospace (CCAA): https://ccaa.ca/
• Canadian Aviation Association (CAA): https://www.caa.ca/

Again, all of our FTPs in Canada have been approved by TCCA to provide structured flight training programs using TCCA curriculum.