Reasons to Become a Crane Operator
September 24, 2020
If you’re exploring various options to kick-start a new career or if you have been involved in the construction business and you’re looking to upgrade
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Things To Look For When Choosing Heavy Equipment School
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Operators of heavy machinery earn good salaries and it’s no surprise that it has become one of the most lucrative careers to pick. In recent
Where can I attend Heavy Equipment Training Courses?
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Train at Heavy Equipment Colleges of America (HEC)! HEC has heavy equipment training at 6 locations across the United States. Heavy equipment training in California—HEC
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Prepare for Life After the Military With Heavy Equipment Training
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How to Get your Heavy Machinery License??
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How to Operate a Backhoe
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Safety Training in Construction
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Georgia: 3120 Stonecrest Blvd, Suite 220 | Stonecrest, GA 30038
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OKLAHOMA LOCATION ONLY: This school has a Certificate of Approval from the Texas Workforce Commission (TWC). The TWC-assigned school number is: S2698 . The school’s programs are approved by TWC, as well as Accrediting Commission of Careers Schools and Colleges (ACCSC). Heavy Equipment Colleges of America has a Certificate of Approval from the Texas Workforce Commission (TWC). The school’s programs are approved by TWC. Students must address their concerns about this school of any of its educational programs by following the grievance process outlined in the school’s catalog. Students dissatisfied with the school’s response to their complaint or who are not able to file a complaint with the school, can file a formal complaint with TWC, as well as with other relevant agencies or accreditors, if applicable. Information on filing a complaint with TWC can be found on TWC’s website at www.texasworkforce.org/careerschoolstudents.
Heavy Equipment Colleges of America endorses the national certification program offered by the National Commission for the Certification of Crane Operators (NCCCO) and provides training to prepare candidates for CCO examinations.
*SkillBridge prepares service members for civilian employment through first-class apprenticeships, on-the-job training, job shadowing, internships and employment skills training. Service members are eligible to participate in a SkillBridge up to 180 days prior to separation. To be considered for an open seat in a SkillBridge you must contact the POC at the installation where you want to attend a SkillBridge and submit your commander authorized/signed participation memo in advance of the start date.
WIOA/TAA funded training may be provided only to individuals who qualify for the program and not only if funds are available.
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