What is the approximate duration of the Modified Training Program offered to existing convenience store franchisees operating under the Circle K Marks?
Circle_K Franchise · 2025 FDDAnswer from 2025 FDD Document
- (3) If you are an existing convenience store franchisee operating under the Circle K Marks, On the Run trademarks, Kangaroo Express trademarks, or any other marks designated by us in the future, we may offer you the opportunity to attend a modified training program (the "Modified Training Program") which is shorter in duration than the Training Program identified above. The Modified Training Program will last approximately three to five days and will cover items specific to the Circle K Program. Regardless of whether a franchisee attends the Training Program or Modified Training Program, all franchisees must complete the same pre-classroom assignments and pass the same final exam.
Source: Item 11 — FRANCHISOR'S ASSISTANCE, ADVERTISING, COMPUTER SYSTEMS AND TRAINING (FDD pages 60–72)
What This Means (2025 FDD)
According to Circle K's 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document, existing convenience store franchisees operating under the Circle K Marks, On the Run trademarks, Kangaroo Express trademarks, or any other marks designated by Circle K in the future, may be offered a Modified Training Program. This program is designed to be shorter than the standard training program.
The Modified Training Program is expected to last approximately three to five days. The training will focus on aspects specific to the Circle K Program.
Regardless of whether a franchisee attends the standard Training Program or the Modified Training Program, all franchisees must complete the same pre-classroom assignments and pass the same final exam. This ensures a consistent level of knowledge and competency across all franchisees, regardless of their prior experience or the length of their training program.