Businesses in airline manufacturing and flight control, among others, may hire students who have studied aviation. This field deals with the practical aspects of air travel, such as design, use and environmental impact. It also includes study in engineering and physics.

There are several institutions for higher learning located throughout Puerto Rico, with The University of Puerto Rico being the oldest and largest. As a territory of the United States, citizens may have access to additional opportunities for education.

An Advanced Certificate is a faster way to obtain knowledge of a specific field or career and can be used to demonstrate capability in a certain area. Individuals that obtain this certificate can use it to get promoted or find a better job.