Get Started on a Career At Heavy Equipment Colleges of America
Get Trained. Get Certified. All in as Little as Three Weeks.
Why a Career in Heavy Equipment?
Employment for heavy equipment operators is expected to increase by 51,000 jobs per year from 2020-2030*
Infrastructure spending is expected to increase, meaning more opportunities will be available.*
America’s roads, bridges, water, and sewer systems are in need of repair and maintenance.*
*Information provided by The Bureau of Labor Statistics
Benefits of Choosing HEC
Hands-on Training
The best way to learn how to operate heavy equipment is with practice in the field. Our instructors know this and want to help prepare you for a future career in heavy equipment.
Career Services
Our commitment to your success does not end once you’ve completed our program. We’ll help you sharpen your resume and interviewing skills and contact employers on your behalf.
Accelerated Programs
Not everyone has time to spend months or years earning degrees. Enter the workforce by completing a training program in as little as three weeks.
Explore Our Washington Location
Are you an active-duty military member or a veteran? Then our Washington location might be the perfect match for you as we are only approved for VA education in this state. As a location exclusively for active and former military members, you’ll feel right at home as you develop your skills alongside your peers.
Programs
Certificate of Heavy Equipment Operations – Mobile Crane:
You have the basic knowledge and skills; now it’s time to begin practical training. Learn about swing cab and fixed-cab hydraulic cranes, as well as learn crane set-up, lift planning, signaling, and more.
Location
Find our Washington location at:
4701 McChord Drive SW
Lakewood, WA 98499
For additional directions or help, give us a call at (800) 536-1503
Think HEC is too good to be true? Then see it for yourself! Schedule a visit with our admissions team. Use this opportunity to explore our facilities.
Is this location not convenient for you? Explore our other locations. See what programs and locations match your goals and apply today.
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CALIFORNIA LOCATION ONLY: Heavy Equipment College of America is a private institution approved to operate by the California Bureau for Private Postsecondary Education. Approval to operate means the institution is compliant with the minimum standards contained in the California Private Postsecondary Education Act of 2009 (as amended) and Division 7.5 of Title 5 of the California Code of Regulations. (https://www.bppe.ca.gov/). Access all Catalogs, Student Performance Fact Sheets and Brochures here.
The Department of Veterans Affairs is the government agency responsible for determining eligibility for VA education benefits and for authorizing payment for the benefits. If you have questions about the available benefits or your eligibility, please contact our admissions office at 800-536-1503. You may also visit https://www.gibill.va.gov to learn more about the available benefits through the Department of Veterans Affairs.
Heavy Equipment Colleges of America cannot guarantee employment or career advancement or any particular earnings or salary.
OKLAHOMA LOCATION ONLY: 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.
*The Army’s Career Skills Program (CSP) prepares Soldiers for civilian employment through first-class apprenticeships, on-the-job training, job shadowing, internships and employment skills training. Soldiers are eligible to participate in an Army CSP up to 180 days prior to separation from the Army and after completion of the mandatory 5-day SFL-TAP workshop. To be considered for an open seat in a CSP you must contact the POC at the installation where you want to attend a CSP 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.
