The A2 CofC Online Course: How Remote Study Works in the UK

Why the A2 CofC suits online study

The A2 CofC is built around theory knowledge and a practical self-assessment declaration rather than an in-person flight test. That structure makes it well suited to online delivery, and most Recognised Assessment Entities (RAEs) offer it as an online course you can complete from home.

How the study works

After enrolling with an RAE, you gain access to the course material covering the full syllabus — air law and the Open Category rules, the operating subcategories, meteorology, human factors and operating procedures. Online courses are usually self-paced, so you work through the modules at a speed that suits you.

The theory examination

The theory examination is a multiple-choice test. Depending on the RAE, it may be taken online through the provider's platform. The examination checks your understanding of the syllabus. We do not publish examination answers; the proper route is to study the material your RAE supplies.

The practical self-assessment

The practical element of the A2 CofC is handled as a self-assessment declaration. You carry out the practical flying preparation described in the syllabus and confirm you have completed it. Because there is no in-person flight test, you do not need to travel to a flight assessment.

What you need to study online

• A reliable internet connection to access the material and sit the examination.
• Time set aside to work through the syllabus carefully.
• Somewhere quiet to take the examination if it is sat remotely.

How long it takes

Because the course is self-paced and there is no separate flight test to schedule, many candidates complete an online A2 CofC within a few days of starting. Your pace depends on how quickly you absorb the material and book the examination.

Choosing an online course

When comparing online A2 CofC courses, look at the quality of the material, how the examination is delivered, the re-sit policy, and whether support is included. We do not endorse specific providers — compare RAEs against your own needs to decide which suits you.