Does Epcon Communities provide on-the-job training for the 'Resources for Creating A Virtual Experience' module?
Epcon_Communities Franchise · 2025 FDDAnswer from 2025 FDD Document
| Subject | Hours of Classroom Training (Note 1) | Hours of On-The-Job Training | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Resources for Creating A Virtual | 10 Minutes | (Note 2) | Web-based Training |
| Experience |
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 Epcon Communities' 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document, on-the-job training is not provided for the 'Resources for Creating A Virtual Experience' module. However, Epcon Communities does provide 10 minutes of classroom training for this module, which is conducted via web-based training.
Note 2 in the provided table indicates that Epcon Communities does not provide on-the-job training for any of the listed training subjects. Instead, franchisees may request to visit Epcon projects in the Columbus, Ohio area at their own expense. Additionally, Epcon Communities employees may periodically visit a franchisee's projects to provide advice.
While on-the-job training is not part of the standard training program, Epcon Communities does offer additional training programs to address system-wide development needs, although fees may apply to cover materials and outside instructor costs. Attendance at these additional programs and refresher courses is not required. Franchisees can also gain further insights and best practices at the national conference, which is typically held annually, with registration fees of $1,300 for early-bird registration and $1,800 for regular registration, plus covering transportation and room and board.