How much does Best Brains charge for each attempt at the Certification Fee?
Best_Brains Franchise · 2025 FDDAnswer from 2025 FDD Document
| Type of Fee | Amount | Due Date | Remarks |
|---|---|---|---|
| Add-on Programs incur a monthly royalty of 7% of Gross Add-on Program Sales. | |||
| Technology Fee | $40 per month for 0-100 students $60 per month for 101- 200 students $80 per month for 200+ students | Payable monthly | The Company may require the Franchisee to utilize a computer system, including without limitation a cloud-based portal for day-to-day operations of the franchise. FA Secs. 2(C) and 5(S). |
| Brand Development Fund | $1 per subject per student up to $3, subject to a $250 per month minimum | Payable the 19th of each month | FA Sec. 2(D). |
| Interest | 2% per month, or the maximum amount allowed by law, whichever is less | Owed on past due amounts | You must pay interest on any amounts owed to us from the date due until fully paid. FA Sec. 2(E). |
| Late Fee | $100 per incident | As incurred | Applies to each NSF check, late payment, or failure to timely provide reports and financial statements. FA Sec. 2(F). |
| Renewal Fee | 10% of the then current initial franchise fee. | At time of renewal | FA Secs. 2(G) and 6(B). |
| Subject Material Fee | $5-$8 per month per subject | Monthly | For the availability and distribution of e-learning material.FA Sec. 2(I). |
| bbSupport Fee | $1 per subject (Math or English) per student monthly | Monthly | This fee is for app support from certified teachers (hired by Corporate) to any Best Brains students enrolled in Math or English |
| Placement Test Review | $1,500 per Placement | Upon submission of | |
| Fee | Test | placement test | |
| Certification Fee | $50 per attempt | As incurred | You must get training/operations manual certified every 3 years and upon renewal. FA Sec. 2(J). |
Source: Item 6 — OTHER FEES (FDD pages 11–15)
What This Means (2025 FDD)
According to Best Brains' 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document, franchisees must pay a Certification Fee of $50 for each attempt. This fee is incurred as needed and is associated with the requirement to get the training/operations manual certified every three years and upon renewal of the franchise agreement.
This means that a Best Brains franchisee will need to budget for this fee periodically to maintain compliance with the franchise agreement. The fact that it is charged 'per attempt' suggests that franchisees may need to retake the certification if they do not pass on their first try, incurring additional costs.
It is important for prospective franchisees to factor this ongoing certification cost into their financial projections. While $50 may seem like a small amount, multiple attempts to pass the certification could add up, and it is a recurring expense every three years and upon renewal. Understanding the requirements for certification and preparing adequately can help minimize these costs.