Credential(s) Offered
Industry certification, Measurable Skill Gain Leading to a Credential
Method of Delivery
Hybrid or blended
When offered
Daytime Hours, Evening Hours, Weekends
Instructional Program (CIP)
Description
Program Description: Description: Heavy Equipment Operator Training
Program falls under Infrastructure, Construction. Students will have a mixture of online and hands on training during the program. The first 80 hours of training in online training & also has a live virtual instructor to help students. After completing the online portion of training then students will have 22 days or 176 hours of hands-on training with the heavy equipment completing this program in 7 weeks or 256 hours of training. Students will have a combination of Online with a virtual instructor & in class hands on training. Classroom Discussion, Computer based training, machine simulator. Skills evaluations, comprehensive and NCCER modules, pre and post Evaluations. Hands on training includes hand tools, power tools, basic rigging, construction drawings, material handling, utility tractor, Forklifts, skid steer, loaders, scrappers, dump trucks, dozers, compaction equipment, backhoe. Instruction includes: Classroom Discussion • Computer-Based Training • Machine Simulator • Skills Evaluation • 2:1 Student-Trainer Ratio • Comprehensive and NCCER Modules • Pre and Post Evaluations. Program falls under Construction. Competencies to be achieved: Orientation to the trade; heavy equipment safety; identification of heavy equipment; basic operational techniques; utility tractors; introduction to earthmoving; grades; and vertical mast sit down counterbalance forklifts.
Total Cost of Program (include all costs to student including testing, licensure):Total Cost of Program: $10,000.00
Tuition Fee: $8,200.00
Registration Fee: $200.00
Cost Of Books: $500.00
Testing/Exam Fees: $750.00
Cost of Students Supplies: $350.00
Provide a list of all books required for the program (even if cost of books is included in tuition): NCCER Core, NCCER Level 1, NCCER Level 2, NCCER Level 3; Caterpillar Operator Skill Level 1; and opportunity for Caterpillar Operator Skill Level II.
Provide a list of all supplies required for the program (even if costs are included in tuition): Books, Hard Hat, Safety Boots, Safety Vest, Safety Glasses, Tape Measure, Calculator, Architect Scale, Earmuffs, Gloves.
WIOA Contact for Enrollment Status /Credential Verification: Name: Greg Taylor
Email: greg.taylor@wta4usa.com
Phone number: (520) 777-6462
Direct Website link to the program: http://www.wta4usa.com
Additional information: Student may take part of the course at home online within internet access or student may take part of the online portion in WTA’s computer lab, which is suggested for best results. WTA provides staff with knowledge of the course and will provide help to the student at any time. Background check requirements for licensing and background restrictions for working in the occupation: None.
Refund Policy: The cancellation and refund policy for these programs is as follows: If for any reason an applicant is denied admission by the institute, the applicant is entitled to a refund of all monies paid. Three-Day Cancellation. Other Cancellations: An applicant requesting cancellation more than three days after signing an enrollment agreement and making an initial payment, but prior to entering the institute, is entitled to a refund of all monies paid, less the registration of $200 and less the other associated fees. Tuition charges/refunds: No refunds are given after the start of class. Listed on Website: www.wta4usa.com
Credentials: After completing NCCER’s Level 1 & Level 2 students can work with employers in an apprenticeship program to be able to move up & become a NCCER Level 3 operator.
Nationally Recognized Industry Association or Organization: NCCER - National Center for Construction Education & Research.
Stackable: (Part of a sequence of credentials): Yes or No: After completing NCCER’s Level 1 & Level 2 students can work with employers in an apprenticeship program to be able to move up & become a NCCER Level 3 operator.
Career Pathway: Construction, Heavy Equipment Operation
Portable: (Recognized in other geographical areas; by other educational institutions; or by other industries/companies) - Yes or No (Explain): NCCER certification is an Industry Recognized credential as well as Caterpillar certification is recognized globally by the industry.
Accredited Curriculum: Yes, NCCER
Details
Program Length (Weeks)
7
Hours
256
Entrance Requirements
None
School
Workforce Training Academy USA
WIOA Approved Program
Yes
Curriculum Competency Based
Yes, trade orientation, operational techniques, tractors, equipment safety
Training Location(s)
3820 South Palo Verde Road, Ste 113, Tucson, Arizona
Local WIB
6 - ARIZONA@WORK - Pima
Name of Credential
NCCER Core, NCCER Level 1 and NCCER Level 2
Type of financial aid offered or have access to
Financing available by third party.
Refund Policy
Refer to Synopsis
Is the proposed curriculum currently certified by an accrediting agency or similar national standardization program?
No
Is this proposed curriculum considered a nontraditional program of training services for women?
No
Is this proposed curriculum considered a nontraditional program of training services for men?
No
Cost Items
Books (Estimated)
$500.00
Testing/Exam Fees
$750.00
In-State Tuition
$8,200.00
Out-of-State/District Tuition
$8,200.00
Registration Fee
$200.00
Supplies/Materials/Hand Tools (not included in tuition)
$350.00
Total In-State Program Cost
$10,000.00
Total Out-of-State Program Cost
$10,000.00
