When is the Supplemental Training fee due for a Cordova franchise?
Cordova Franchise · 2025 FDDAnswer from 2025 FDD Document
| Type of Fee (Note 1) | Amount | Due Date | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Supplemental Training | Our then current trainer fee, currently $500 per day plus our expenses | When invoiced, prior to training | If you request or we require additional training, you must pay our then current trainer fee plus, if applicable, our expenses related to travel and accommodations. |
Source: Item 6 — OTHER FEES (FDD pages 11–15)
What This Means (2025 FDD)
According to Cordova's 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document, the Supplemental Training fee is due when invoiced, prior to training. The fee is currently $500 per day plus expenses. This fee applies if a franchisee requests or Cordova requires additional training.
This means that if Cordova requires a franchisee to undergo additional training, or if the franchisee requests it, Cordova will send an invoice for the training fee. The franchisee must pay this invoice before the training takes place. The fee covers the trainer's time at a rate of $500 per day, as well as any travel and accommodation expenses Cordova incurs.
Franchisees should budget for potential supplemental training costs, especially if they anticipate needing extra support or if Cordova mandates further training to address performance issues or changes in business practices. Understanding the conditions under which supplemental training may be required is crucial for managing expenses and ensuring compliance with Cordova's standards.