How do you start preparing for class?
Follow these steps!
Once you know you will be taking one of our classes and have begun the registration process, you will want to start preparing to make sure you get the best possible experience for your investment. There are several things we recommend:
- Begin studying for the ADX exam - Passing the ADX exam is a necessary step in the dispatch license process. It is an 80-question knowledge test administered by the FAA at testing centers across the USA for a fee of $165. We have a testing center right here in St. George, Utah, which you can use if needed. You must pass the ADX exam with a score of 70% or higher. We recommend downloading ADX exam prep software as soon as possible, and begin studying as much as you can before your class date begins. We recommend using the Sheppard Air study module. Although it is not required to pass the ADX before class starts, several students have done so, and it is extremely beneficial to have that behind them once class begins. If you pass the ADX exam before the class starts, please let us know! Once you pass the ADX, we will gladly give you access to ADA's Google Drive learning platform, so you can jumpstart your studying before class begins. Even better, you will granted this access before the start of your course at no additional cost.
- Home Computer/Laptop/Tablet - For our classes, you will need a PC or tablet to use throughout the entire class. Make sure your device is not too old as our virtual classroom and flight planning platforms do require a more up to date operating system and system resources. You will also need access to a high-speed internet connection during the online portion of class.
- Google/Gmail Account - If you do not already have one, we recommend creating a Google/Gmail account for our class. Many of our classroom and virtual hard drive access for files and assignments is done on various Google apps. It is free to create a new Google/Gmail account by clicking here.
- Books & Materials - All of our books and materials needed for the class are available in an electronic format that we provide at no charge.
- Transportation & Lodging - For the 2 weeks in-class portion, you will need to arrange for transportation and lodging*. We do not pay for any of those costs. We have a list of lodging recommendations if that is needed.
St. George has many outdoor events throughout the year that people travel in for. You will want to get your lodging arranged as soon as possible! If you choose to fly in, we do have a local airport (SGU) which is served by Delta from SLC, United from LAX or DEN, and American from PHX or DFW. The Las Vegas airport (LAS) is also only 90 minutes away and is served by every major domestic airline and several international airlines. It is often less expensive to fly into Las Vegas and rent a car or take a shuttle up to St. George. Shuttles run every hour and there are two different companies that offer service. Here are the links to the shuttle companies:
*Students receiving tuition assistance through VA benefits including Post-9/11 GI Bill® will need to attend class 8 weeks in person class.