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For students needing to certify on Telescopic Boom Swing Cab, Telescopic Boom Fixed Cab or Lattice Boom cranes.
Package prices below include tuition and testing fees for certification on (1) of the above-mentioned machines.
If you wish to test for a second mobile crane during your class week, it will add an additional $900 per machine to your package cost.
2 Day Prep Mobile Crane- $2,425
This training offers two days of classroom instruction for the written portion of the test and field training for the practical portion of the test as required by NCCCO with a third day of testing. This option includes:
- classroom time
- seat time in the mobile crane
- study materials
- required testing fees
A non-refundable deposit of $1,000 is required before any exam will be scheduled.
5 Day Mobile Crane- $3,195
This training offers 4 days of classroom instruction for the written portion of the test and field training for the practical portion of the test as required by NCCCO with a fifth day of testing. This option includes:
- classroom time
- seat time in the mobile crane
- study materials
- required testing fees
A non-refundable deposit of $1,000 is required before any exam will be scheduled.
2 Day Prep Mobile Crane All-Inclusive- $2,785
This training offers two days of classroom instruction for the written portion of the test and field training for the practical portion of the test as required by NCCCO with a third day of testing. This option includes:
- classroom time
- seat time in the mobile crane
- study materials
- required testing fees
A non-refundable deposit of $1,000 is required before any exam will be scheduled.
PLUS:
- hotel (checking in Tuesday and out on Friday)
- three (3) meals a day
5 Day Mobile Crane All-Inclusive- $3,795
This training offers 4 days of classroom instruction for the written portion of the test and field training for the practical portion of the test as required by NCCCO with a fifth day of testing. This option includes:
- classroom time
- seat time in the mobile crane
- study materials
- required testing fees
A non-refundable deposit of $1,000 is required before any exam will be scheduled.
PLUS:
- hotel (checking in Sunday and out on Friday)
- three (3) meals a day
For students needing to certify on Tower crane. All packages include both the written and practical exam fees.
We have recently separated our Tower crane classes from our Mobile classes.
To schedule a Tower crane course, please contact our office for available dates.
A maximum of 3 Tower students may attend during the same class week.
You may add additional certification exams if needed for a fee of $850 per machine.
2 Day Prep Tower Crane - $2,645
This training offers 2 days of classroom instruction for the written portion of the test and field training for the practical portion of the test as required by NCCCO with a third day of testing. This option includes:
- classroom time
- seat time in the crane
- study materials
- required testing fees
A non-refundable deposit of $1,000 is required before any exam will be scheduled.
5 Day Tower Crane - $3,745
This training offers four days of classroom instruction for the written portion of the test and field training for the practical portion of the test as required by NCCCO with a fifth day of testing. This option includes:
- classroom time
- seat time in the crane
- study materials
- required testing fees
A non-refundable deposit of $1,000 is required before any exam will be scheduled.
2 Day Prep Tower Crane All-Inclusive - $3,005
This training offers 2 days of classroom instruction for the written portion of the test and field training for the practical portion of the test as required by NCCCO with a third day of testing. This option includes:
- classroom time
- seat time in the crane
- study materials
- required testing fees
A non-refundable deposit of $1,000 is required before any exam will be scheduled.
PLUS:
- hotel
- three (3) meals a day
5 Day Tower Crane All-Inclusive- $4,345
This training offers four days of classroom instruction for the written portion of the test and field training for the practical portion of the test as required by NCCCO with a fifth day of testing. This option includes:
- classroom time
- seat time in the crane
- study materials
- required testing fees
A non-refundable deposit of $1,000 is required before any exam will be scheduled.
PLUS:
- hotel
- three (3) meals a day
We are currently updating our Rig/Sig options. Please contact our office for more information.
Individual practicals are available for individual purchase. Each practical exam is $750. A deposit of 50% ($375) will be required before any exams or tests will be scheduled. Seat time for practical(s) may be purchased separately for $125 per hour. Crane Wise offers the following NCCCO written and practical exams for individual purchase:
- Lattice Boom Crane
- Large Telescopic (swing cab)
- Small Telescopic (fixed cab)
- Tower crane
- Rigger Level 1
- Signalperson
Practical exam retests are also available for purchase at $200 per retest. A retest can be taken the same day as an initial practical or retest. All score sheets are submitted and NCCCO accepts your highest score. Practice time is available at $125 per hour.
A retest fee is applied if you meet the following criteria:
- You originally took your practical exam on this machine at our facility
- You are still within the allowable calendar year that NCCCO permits for you to complete your certification
- Please note, the calendar year extends through the end of the month in which you originally tested. Ex) You originally tested on June 12, 2018- You have until June 30, 2019 to complete certification.
Prep Day- $375/day
Our prep day includes study time and materials in the classroom with our instructor.
The number of prep days needed is up to the student, but we usually recommend at least one day per written exam (i.e., one day for just a core or specialty, two days for a core + 2 specialties, etc.)
Hotel Stay- $125/night
Working with the MCM Elegante, we can book your hotel stay for you. With an excellent breakfast provided and restaurant in the lobby for dinner, they have it all. When booked through Crane Wise, you also receive a $20 meal voucher for dinner at the restaurant in the lobby each night that you stay.
Testing Fees
Fees will vary depending on which tests you will be taking at our facility.
You may also opt to schedule your own exams online and pay the fees directly to NCCCO. This is a new feature that allows students to choose to take their exam from their own home, if they prefer.
| Tests | Fees |
| 1 Specialty Exam only | $150 |
| Core Exam only | $200 |
| Core + 1 Specialty | $325 |
| Core + 2 Specialties | $425 |
| Core + 3 Specialties | $525 |
| Tower Crane | $250 |
We offer five Crane Operator Training Programs based on the latest NCCCO, OSHA, and ASME/ANSI requirements. Our staff guarantees the basic principles of crane operating and all aspects of operating and equipment safety, efficiency, maintenance, inspection, and more. Programs include several package options to provide you with an accommodating certification process.
There are two steps to apply:
1) Complete and submit the Crane Wise Practical Application. This can be found on the Forms/Requirements tab.
- All forms MUST be submitted in PDF format; JPEG or photo attachments will not be accepted.
- Email completed paperwork to [email protected].
2) Pay the minimum required deposit. Deposits cannot be accepted until the Enrollment Agreement has been read, signed, and submitted to Crane Wise.
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- We accept credit cards, cash, money orders, or company checks.
- *Personal checks are not accepted.*
- The deposit is 50% of the Practical Exam fee.
- The remaining balance plus any additional practice time taken are due upon completion of the practical.
- We accept credit cards, cash, money orders, or company checks.