The Aviation Maintenance Technology program offers an FAA-certified curriculum designed to prepare students for a career as aircraft, airframe and powerplant mechanics. Upon completion of the program, students are eligible to receive the Associate of Applied Science degree.
Special Admissions Requirements: Admission forms for the Aviation Maintenance Technology Program may be obtained from Northwest/DeSoto Center, 5197 W.E. Ross Parkway, Southaven, MS, 38671. Admission forms must be sent to both the Office of Admissions and Records and to the Program Director, Aviation Maintenance Technology.
Admission requirements include:
- Completed Aviation Maintenance Program application.
- Interview with Aviation Program lead instructor.
- Must provide a recent, clean, drug/alcohol screen result at applicant’s expense.
- Applicant must pass a basic, “hands-on” mechanical aptitude test at interview.
The Aviation Maintenance Program has a maximum enrollment of 20 students per class as designated by the FAA. Notification of acceptance to the program must be from the Aviation Maintenance Technology Program Director. Applications for admission must be received by July 1.
