Credential(s) Offered
Industry certification, Measurable skills gain
Method of Delivery
In Person
When offered
Daytime Hours, Evening Hours, Weekends
Instructional Program (CIP)
Description
The curriculum will introduce and train students in the basic to
advanced skills necessary to pursue a career in heavy equipment
operations. This course covers heavy equipment operations and safety;
types of heavy equipment; demonstrations and practice operating heavy
equipment; grading and earthmoving operations; how to operate a dump
truck, roller, scraper, loader, forklift, backhoe, and excavator;
knowledge of soils and construction site plans; and excavation math
skills. Practice on a construction job site with equipment will be part
of the program. Projects at actual job sites are included. Upon
completion of this course, students will have the opportunity to test
for certification in Forklift Operations, Bobcat Operations, Front End
Loader, Backhoe and OSHA-10, first aid/adult CPR certification and
Certification by the National Center for Construction Education and
Research (NCCER). The certification prepares the student to be employed
in an entry-level or semi-skilled job in the heavy equipment industry.
VACTE provides training, curriculum development and job placement
services for the heavy equipment industry to a targeted group of students.
Details
Program Length (Weeks)
18
Hours
450
Entrance Requirements
None
School
Valley Academy for Career & Technology Education
WIOA Approved Program
Yes
Curriculum Competency Based
National Center for Construction Education and Res
Training Location(s)
3405 E. State Rte. 89A Blag. B
Local WIB
12 - Yavapai County Less
Name of Credential
Industry Certification
Type of financial aid offered or have access to
None
Refund Policy
Yes
Is the proposed curriculum currently certified by an accrediting agency or similar national standardization program?
Yes - Arizona Department of Education CTE
Is this proposed curriculum considered a nontraditional program of training services for women?
Yes
Is this proposed curriculum considered a nontraditional program of training services for men?
No
Cost Items
Books (Estimated)
$200.00
Testing/Exam Fees
$175.00
In-State/District Tuition
$3,500.00
Other Fees
$75.00 Uniform
Out-of-State/District Tuition
$7,500.00
Registration Fee
$100.00
Supplies/Materials/Hand Tools (not included in tuition)
$100.00
Total In-State Program Cost
$4,150.00
Total Out-of-State Program Cost
$8,150.00
