For Brightstar Care, how many hours of classroom training are dedicated to the 'ABS Session 1' subject?
Brightstar_Care Franchise · 2025 FDDAnswer from 2025 FDD Document
ning: New Owner - Week 2
| Column 1 | Column 2 | Column 3 | Column 4 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Subject | Hours of Classroom Training | Hours of On- The-Job Training | Location |
| Pre-work: ABS Modules | 12 | 0 | Bannockburn, IL or any other location we may designate; or via elearning |
| Pre-work: ABS Exercises | 1.25* | 0 | Bannockburn, IL or any other location we may designate; or via elearning |
| Welcome/Discuss Expectations | 0.5 | 0 | Bannockburn, IL or any other location we may designate; or via elearning |
| BrightStar Care Model | 3.5 | 0 | Bannockburn, IL or any other location we may designate; |
Source: Item 11 — FRANCHISOR'S ASSISTANCE, ADVERTISING, COMPUTER SYSTEMS, AND TRAINING (FDD pages 47–67)
What This Means (2025 FDD)
According to Brightstar Care's 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document, the classroom training for 'ABS Session 1' varies depending on the specific training track. One excerpt indicates 1.75 hours of classroom training for 'Operations - ABS Session 1'. However, another excerpt shows 3.25 hours of classroom training for 'ABS Session 1'.
This discrepancy suggests that Brightstar Care may offer different versions of the 'ABS Session 1' training, possibly tailored to different roles or experience levels within the franchise system. It is important to note the asterisks next to the times, which may indicate that the times are estimates or subject to change.
A prospective Brightstar Care franchisee should clarify with the franchisor which 'ABS Session 1' training is applicable to their specific situation and what the exact duration of that training will be. Understanding the content and objectives of each version of the training is also crucial for effective preparation and participation.