Fast-Track Programs
Accelerate your opportunities with flexible training
Explore new fields, build job-ready skills, or upskill with fast-track programs from Academy College.
Explore our fast-track programs
Career and Flight Programs
Prepare yourself for FAA certifications or aviation-related careers. These programs provide real-world experience in high-demand roles.
Build foundational knowledge in aviation systems with hands-on experience through apprenticeships.
Complete FAA-approved training for the FAA Aircraft Dispatcher certification exam.
Flexible, modular business education for professionals, career changers, and entrepreneurs seeking to upskill.
Early-Learner Programs
Exposes high-school students to aviation and college-level learning through hands-on experiences and classroom activities.
High school seniors will earn tuition-free college credit while exploring aviation careers.
Why Academy College for fast-track programs?
Fast, focused learning
Complete these programs quickly, with some finished in as little as three months.
Flexible schedules
Evening, hybrid, and online options.
Career-launching skills
Courses built with employer input to ensure real-world relevance.
Future-friendly pathways
Credits that can be transferred to other degree programs.
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FAqs
Good questions
Can I work while enrolled in a fast-track program?
Yes. Many courses are held at night or in flexible formats.
Do I need experience to apply?
No prior experience is required. Our fast-track programs are built for beginners and career changers.
Where does the flight training happen?
Flight training is conducted through our partnership with Thunderbird Aviation, operating at Flying Cloud (FCM) and Crystal (KMIC) airports.
They are our long-standing FAA-approved flight training partner and are located in the Twin Cities area.
Can these programs count toward a degree?
Yes. Many fast-track programs offer transferable credit toward an Academy College degree.
Get involved
2026-06-12T15:00:00
Aviation Open House
2026-06-19T15:00:00
Business, Accounting, Dispatch Open House
2026-06-30T18:00:00
Meet the Fleet
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