Maturing UAS Pathways

The Maturing Regional AgTech and Aerospace Job Readiness Pathways program (MsUAS Pathways) is a two-year initiative designed to strengthen equitable, stackable workforce opportunities in drone-enabled agriculture and aerospace technology across the Monterey Bay region.

We are partnered with UC Santa Cruz’s CITRIS Initiative for Drone Education and Research (CIDER) as part of their Drones Uplifting California Commmunities (DUCC) initiative. The program empowers communities through free and low-cost drone pilot training and licensing. We aim to equip high school and community college educators with the skills needed to train future drone pilots in their schools and incorporate drones into existing classes.

In addition to “Training-the-Trainers,” we seek to create accessible entry points for youth and adults facing the greatest barriers to high-growth technical careers. Community workshops, outreach, and wraparound student support are central to this effort.

Serving those that have served. We aim to provide Active Duty, Reserve, and Veteran personnel with a clear, supportive pathway from military skills to FAA certifications.

Workforce training only works if it connects to real jobs. The program is building active relationships with employers across aerospace, agriculture, construction, public safety, and advanced air mobility to ensure students move from training into work experience and employment.

• Drones Uplifting California Communities (DUCC) Train the Trainers Program
• Monterey Adult School – Intro to Drone Operations Course Registration
• Scholarship Application Form
• Veteran’s Pathway to Part 107 – Information and Registration
• Request a Workshop or Presentation