What is the estimated minimum cost for Pre-Opening Training Expenses for an Aerus Associate Program?
Aerus Franchise · 2025 FDDAnswer from 2025 FDD Document
| Type of Expenditure | Estimated Cost – Standard Program | Estimated Cost – Associate Program | Method of Payment | When Due | To Whom Payment is to be made |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pre-Opening Training | $1,000 to | $1,000 to | As Arranged | As Arranged | Airline, Hotel, |
| Expenses(7) | $7,000 | $7,000 | Restaurants, etc. |
Note 7. This amount represents our estimate of transportation and living expenses for two trainees attending our initial training program in Dallas, Texas. You will be responsible for paying these expenses. The high end of our estimate includes the extra week of initial training required if you sign a Beyond Addendum. Please see Item 11.
Source: Item 7 — Estimated Initial Investment (FDD pages 27–29)
What This Means (2025 FDD)
According to Aerus's 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document, the estimated cost for Pre-Opening Training Expenses for the Associate Program ranges from $1,000 to $7,000. These expenses cover transportation and living costs for two trainees attending the initial training program in Dallas, Texas. The franchisee is responsible for paying these expenses directly to entities like airlines, hotels, and restaurants.
The FDD notes that the higher end of the estimate accounts for an extra week of initial training if the franchisee signs a Beyond Addendum. This implies that the minimum cost of $1,000 represents the expenses for the standard training duration without the addendum. Therefore, franchisees should budget accordingly, keeping in mind that additional training will increase their initial investment.
Prospective Aerus franchisees should consider these training expenses as part of their initial investment and plan their budget accordingly. It is important to clarify with Aerus the exact duration and content of the training program, as well as any potential additional costs, to ensure accurate financial planning. Understanding the details of the Beyond Addendum and its impact on training duration and costs is also crucial for making informed decisions.