From backhoe, skid steer, and wheel loader operation to safety, maintenance, and construction site fundamentals, this program equips you with what you need to dig into your future with confidence. In as little as three weeks, you can lay the groundwork for a future in heavy equipment operation through a powerful mix of hands-on training and classroom instruction.
Take the first step toward an opportunity that’s more than a job – it’s a calling.
Certificate of Heavy Equipment Operations Level I is a three-week course designed to help students at every level. Whether you’re just breaking into the workforce or looking to level up your skills, Heavy Equipment Colleges of America can help.
The Level I Heavy Equipment Operator program teaches earthmoving, including digging, trenching, and loading, in addition to heavy equipment safety, preventive maintenance, and construction site fundamentals.
Choosing a career can be a daunting task. The right postsecondary education can make a new career more attainable and more rewarding. Skilled trades are as important as they ever have been and demand for well-trained workers is on the rise. Heavy equipment operators enjoy job stability, competitive pay, and clear advancement opportunities.
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HEC offers the curriculum and valuable combination of hands-on experience and classroom instruction that lead to well-rounded and capable entry-level professionals. We believe learning should be a great experience. That is why we are proud to offer courses that have been carefully constructed to give our students the opportunity to excel in their field.
Benefits of the Certificate of Heavy Equipment Operations – Level I program include:
In this program, you will learn the basics of working as a heavy equipment operator. This generally includes the basics of backhoes and wheel loaders, depending on location. This program gives you a solid foundation upon which to build your career.
We understand you have a busy life and you can’t afford to spend months, even years, to complete a training program. To help get you out of the classroom and into a position, this program can be finished in three weeks.
We have locations all across the United States. Find a location nearest to your home and conveniently train for your new career.
Earning the Certificate of Heavy Equipment Operations – Level I training will qualify you for the ADEPT (Adaptable Equipment Proficiency Testing) exam, a nationally-recognized heavy equipment operations certification.
The demand for knowledgeable and skilled heavy equipment operators is expected to continue to increase over the next ten years. According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, the field of heavy equipment operation stands to grow as much as 4% from 2025 to 2035.
*Program availability varies by location.
Are you ready to continue on the path to acquiring the education and skills you need to succeed in field of heavy equipment operations? For more information, contact us today. We can talk about the next steps and help you enroll in the program. You will have gained a foundation on which to build in our Certificate of Heavy Equipment Operations – Level l course. We are excited to have you and help you throughout your journey. At HEC, we have built a program that revolves around you. Come see how it works!
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