Curriculum Pathway
Our goal is to equip First Responders with the necessary skills to utilize Uncrewed Aircraft Systems in their everyday operations – big or small. We’ve structured our courses and curriculum in modules, so that any module can be taken at any given time. Take a look at our curriculum and see which courses or track is right for you.
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Certification
There are no pre-recs to take any of these courses as our goal is for the First Responder to be able to choose which course or module suits their needs.
To Be Certified
In order to be certified, you must complete all of the courseware associated with the track & certification you are seeking to achieve in order to receive your certification in each respective area.
FOUNDATIONAL
These are the basic courses that all public safety personnel will be required to take.
Curriculum
- Part 107 License (to be submitted in student portal)
ASSUREd Safe will not be offering Part 107, this is to be submitted by the student as a pre-rec. - Basic Principles for UAS for First Responders
- Flight Operations: Organizational and Regulatory
- Considerations
Flight Operations: Mission Planning and Execution - UAS Data Fundamentals
- UAS Natural Disaster Response Applications
- UAS Search and Rescue
- Introduction to Law and Policy Related to UAS
AGENCY
Public Safety
The objective of these courses is to equip participants with essential skills for operating UAS within a designated public safety agency. Upon successful completion, participants will be awarded the ASSUREd Safe Pilot Public Safety certification tailored to that agency.
These courses are currently under construction.
LAW ENFORCEMENT
Curriculum Highlights
- Intro to Law Enforcement UAS Operations
- Advanced UAS Search and Rescue Operations
- Legal Aspects of High-Stakes UAS Operations
FIRE & RESCUE
Curriculum Highlights
- Introduction to Fire Department UAS Operations
- UAS Assisted Search and Rescue Operations
- Drone-Assisted Fire Response Scenarios
EMERGENCY MEDICAL
Curriculum Highlights
- Introduction to Emergency Medical UAS Operations
- Medical Supply Delivery and Logistics
- Legal and Ethical Challenges in Medical UAS Operations
OPERATIONS
These courses will delve into the intricacies of advanced UAS components, exploring operations, tactics, techniques, procedures, and best practices. They are designed to equip participants with comprehensive knowledge and skills beyond the basics, enhancing their proficiency in UAS operation within the public safety contexts. After successfully finishing the program, participants will receive certification as an ASSUREd Safe Operator.
CURRICULUM
These courses are currently under development.
- Surveillance and Reconnaissance with Drones
- Tactical Operations and Incident Response with Drones
- Forensic Mapping and Reconstruction with Drones
- Coordinated Air-Ground Response in Dynamic Incidents
Multi-Agency - Coordination for Aerial Operations
Complex Incident Command and Aerial Surveillance - Advanced Incident Mapping with Drones
- Rapid Scene Assessment and Triage with Drones
- Disaster Response and Resource Management
COMMAND & CONTROL
Equips participants with the tools to enhance situational awareness, streamline decision-making processes, and optimize resource allocation in the face of various emergencies. For Command & Control Level Courses, The ASSUREd Safe Foundational and Public Safety Tracks are not a requirement to have as a pre-rec but is highly encouraged to be taken in addition to the administration courseware.
OPERATIONAL SUPPORT
Curriculum Highlights
- Introduction To Management/Operations Coordinator Roles
- Basics Of Incident-Based Drone Mission Planning
- Introduction To Data Utilization And Decision Support
- Advanced Mission Planning And Collaboration
- Incident Command Coordination And Real-Time Decision Support
- Incident Command Leadership In Complex And Dynamic Missions
- Advanced Data Utilization And Visualization Techniques
- Expert Mission Planning And Multi-Agency Coordination
- Legal And Ethical Considerations For Management/Operations Coordinators
AIRBOSS
Curriculum Highlights
- Introduction To Airboss Responsibilities In Drone Operations
- Basic Air Traffic Management For Drone Operations
- Introduction To Airspace Integration And Safety
- Advanced Air Traffic Management And Incident Coordination
- Airboss Collaboration And Multi-Agency Coordination
ADMINISTRATIVE
These courses equip professionals with the skills needed to effectively manage UAS operations, navigate legal requirements, optimize workflows, and ensure safety and compliance in the rapidly evolving field of unmanned aerial vehicles. Additionally, they often include modules on emerging technologies and industry trends to stay abreast of advancements in the field.
CURRICULUM
These courses are currently under development.
- Regulatory Compliance and Legal Considerations
- Risk Management and Safety Procedures
- UAS Flight Operations and Maintenance
- Ethical and Social Implications of UAS Use
- Budgeting and Resource Management
- Public Relations and Community Outreach
- Integration with Existing Systems and Technologies
- Continuous Improvement and Adaptation
ENDORSEMENTS
These courses offer highly specialized training tailored to those seeking advanced expertise in niche fields. Participants will delve deeply into intricate subject matter, gaining specialized knowledge and skills to excel in their respective industries. These courses are to be added to our catalog at a later date.
DATA ANALYSIS
- GIS
- Image Enhancement
- Thermal
- Orthomosaic
- Damage Assessment
- Data Fusion
SEARCH AND RESCUE
- Urban
- Rural
- Mountainous
- Desert
- Water
DISASTERS
- Tornado
- Hurricane
- Flood
- Earthquake
- Wildfire
- Manmade
TRIBAL
- Challenges and Considerations
- Cultural Senstivities for Response
- Assess Incidents in Remote and Rugged Tribal Areas
Interested in a course, but do not see it as a part of the pathway?
Please reach out to ASSUREd Safe Leadership about the possibility of developing and partnering for a course.
