Red Rock College, formerly Oklahoma College of Construction, offers both level 1 and level 2 courses. Level 1 certification lasts approximately 3 weeks full-time and requires 48 lab hours, while level 2 certification requires 6 weeks full-time and 148 lab hours. Coursework includes classes on civil blueprint reading and excavation math. Both courses require passing the Operator Certification Assessment Test, or OPCAT, the exam created by the NAHETS.
Red Rock College
280 Quadrum Dr, Bldg. C
Oklahoma City, OK 73108
888-616-5447
405-491-4400
redrockcollege.com
Peak College offers both level 1 and level 2 courses, as well as a level 4 "Heavy Equipment 'Go Green' Combo Program" certification that builds upon earlier level programs with advanced classes on graders and motor graders. Level 1 and 2 courses include employability skills and project site layout. Peak College also offers an Associate in Occupational Studies in construction management of heavy equipment operations, which combines online courses and lab work.
Peak College
315 Fyffe St, Suite A
Stockton, CA 95203
800-870-9757
209-242-5400
peakcollege.com
The Georgia School of Construction, also a member of the National Association of Heavy Equipment Training Schools, offers level 1 training for heavy equipment operators. This includes training on the backhoe, bull dozer, Crosby rigging, trackhoe and wheel loader. After training, the Georgia School of Construction offers career placement and job assistance to help new graduates find well-paying employment in the construction sector.
Georgia School of Construction
581 Sigman Rd, Suite 500
Conyers, GA 30013
888-504-5208
770-918-2577
ga-sc.com