What is the total number of classroom training hours for the City Wide initial training program?
City_Wide Franchise · 2025 FDDAnswer from 2025 FDD Document
| Subject | Hours of Classroom Training1 | Hours of On the-Job Training2 | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Owner/GM Guide | 8 | 0 | Kansas City Metropolitan Area or virtual |
| Contract Sales & | 48 | 0 | Kansas City Metropolitan Area |
| Bidding | or virtual | ||
| Operations Quality | 8 | 0 | Kansas City Metropolitan Area |
| Control | or virtual | ||
| Cleaning | 8 | 0 | Kansas City Metropolitan Area or virtual |
| Office Administration | 4 | 0 | Kansas City Metropolitan Area or virtual |
| Accounting and | 4 | 0 | Kansas City Metropolitan Area |
| Financial | or virtual | ||
| Getting Started | 4 | 0 | Kansas City Metropolitan Area or virtual |
| Computers | 2 | 0 | Kansas City Metropolitan Area or virtual |
| Review & Quiz | 2 | 0 | Kansas City Metropolitan Area or virtual |
| Total | 88 | 0 |
Source: Item 11 — FRANCHISOR'S ASSISTANCE, ADVERTISING, COMPUTER SYSTEMS, AND TRAINING (FDD pages 29–36)
What This Means (2025 FDD)
According to City Wide's 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document, the initial training program includes a total of 88 hours of classroom training. This training covers various subjects critical to operating a City Wide franchise. These subjects include Owner/GM Guide (8 hours), Contract Sales & Bidding (48 hours), Operations Quality Control (8 hours), Cleaning (8 hours), Office Administration (4 hours), Accounting and Financial (4 hours), Getting Started (4 hours), Computers (2 hours), and Review & Quiz (2 hours).
The classroom training takes place in the Kansas City Metropolitan Area or virtually, offering flexibility for franchisees. In addition to classroom training, the initial program also includes on-the-job training, though the table indicates 0 hours for each category. However, the FDD also notes that the hours of classroom and on-the-job training may vary depending on the franchisee's experience and ability.
Prospective franchisees should note that this initial training is mandatory and must be completed to City Wide's satisfaction. Failure to complete the training satisfactorily could result in the termination of the Franchise Agreement. The cost of the initial training program is included in the Initial Franchise Fee, but franchisees are responsible for expenses related to additional training for themselves or their staff, such as transportation, lodging, meals, and wages.