For an Aplus store, what costs are the franchisee responsible for related to the initial training program?
Aplus Franchise · 2024 FDDAnswer from 2024 FDD Document
ncluding virtual) as Sunoco may designate from time to time.
We do not charge a fee for the initial training program for the first three participants; however, you are responsible for your related incurred costs for hotel, travel, and wages for you and your attendees. Your Designated Manager must attend and successfully complete training before you can open your APLUS
Store. We reserve the right to vary the length and content of the initial training program based on the experience and skill level of any individual attending the initial training program.
Additional Training
We may provide additional or remedial training at our discretion, and we may require you and your staff to complete such training. The training will be conducted at our designated training center or another location. This training is provided at no charge for the first two attendees. We will charge you $1,000 per week for each additional person attending the training.
Source: Item 11 — FRANCHISOR'S ASSISTANCE, ADVERTISING, AND TRAINING (FDD pages 40–47)
What This Means (2024 FDD)
According to Aplus's 2024 Franchise Disclosure Document, Aplus does not charge a fee for the initial training program for the first three participants. However, the franchisee is responsible for the hotel, travel, and wages incurred by themselves and their attendees.
The initial training program is mandatory for the Designated Manager and up to two other people and must be completed before the Aplus store can open. The training program combines classroom and hands-on learning at Sunoco University, located outside of Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.
If a franchisee cancels a scheduled on-site training program, they must pay Aplus's then-current on-site training cancellation fee. The amount of this fee may vary depending on the type of training program and how far in advance the franchisee provides written notice of the cancellation.