How many hours of on-the-job training are provided for 'Welcome to Epcon' during the Epcon Communities training?
Epcon_Communities Franchise · 2025 FDDAnswer from 2025 FDD Document
| Subject | Hours of | Hours of | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Classroom Training (Note 1) | On-The-Job Training | ||
| Welcome to Epcon | 25 Minutes | (Note 2) | Web-based Training |
Note 2: We do not provide on-the-job training, but you may periodically, at your own expense, request time visiting projects built by Epcon in the greater Columbus, Ohio area. Additionally, our employees may periodically visit your projects and provide advice to you.
Source: Item 11 — FRANCHISOR'S ASSISTANCE, ADVERTISING, COMPUTER SYSTEMS, AND TRAINING (FDD pages 39–48)
What This Means (2025 FDD)
According to the 2025 Epcon Communities Franchise Disclosure Document, the 'Welcome to Epcon' training includes 25 minutes of classroom training, delivered via web-based training. Note 2 in the provided table indicates that Epcon Communities does not provide on-the-job training.
Epcon Communities does offer opportunities for franchisees to gain practical experience by visiting projects built by Epcon in the Columbus, Ohio area, but this would be at the franchisee's own expense. Additionally, Epcon employees may visit a franchisee's projects and offer advice.
While on-the-job training is not provided, Epcon Communities offers a national conference, typically held annually, where best practices and the latest initiatives are shared to improve sales, lower operating costs, build efficient, high-quality homes, and improve profitability. Attendance at this conference is mandatory for at least one owner or representative of the franchise.
Prospective franchisees should consider the lack of formal on-the-job training and factor in the cost and time involved in visiting existing projects or having Epcon employees visit their projects. They should also inquire about the frequency and availability of these visits, as well as the specific criteria used to determine which franchisees receive on-site support.