When must I pay the training fee for an Associate training program for a Focalpoint Coaching franchise?

According to Focalpoint Coaching's 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document, if you hire or retain an Associate for the Associate training program, you must pay the then-current training fee, plus any applicable taxes, within 5 days of hiring or retaining the Associate. It is important to note that this fee is separate from the initial training fee required when signing the Franchise Agreement.

This means that as a Focalpoint Coaching franchisee, you'll need to budget not only for your own initial training but also for the ongoing training of any Associates you bring on board. Failing to pay these fees on time could potentially lead to a breach of the franchise agreement.

Franchisors commonly charge training fees for additional staff to ensure consistent service delivery and brand standards. The FDD also states that you are responsible for all travel and living expenses, wages, and worker's compensation insurance for yourself, your Associates, and employees when attending training programs. Therefore, franchisees should carefully consider these additional costs when planning their staffing and training budgets.