How many hours are dedicated to 'Next Steps' training during the initial training for a Ledgers franchise?
Ledgers Franchise · 2025 FDDAnswer from 2025 FDD Document
| Operating Your Ledgers Franchise | 2 | 0 |
|---|---|---|
| Ledgers Brand; Our Image and Standards | 2 | 0 |
| Business Development and the Sales Process | 2 | 0 |
| Marketing 101 | 3 | 0 |
| Creating Fanatical Fans | 2 | 0 |
| Next Steps | 1 | 0 |
| Total | 18 | 0 |
Source: Item 11 — FRANCHISOR'S ASSISTANCE, ADVERTISING, COMPUTER SYSTEMS AND TRAINING (FDD pages 27–32)
What This Means (2025 FDD)
According to Ledgers' 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document, the initial training program includes one hour dedicated to 'Next Steps'. This is part of a broader initial training curriculum that Ledgers requires franchisees (or their principals) to complete to their satisfaction before operating a franchise.
The initial training covers various topics, with specific time allocations for each. This hour for 'Next Steps' is in addition to other topics such as 'Operating Your Ledgers Franchise', 'Ledgers Brand; Our Image and Standards', 'Business Development and the Sales Process', 'Marketing 101' and 'Creating Fanatical Fans'. The total time dedicated to initial training is 18 hours.
Prospective franchisees should note that while Ledgers does not charge for the initial training itself, franchisees are responsible for covering their own travel, lodging, transportation, meal costs, and any wages for their employees attending the training. This initial training is held monthly in Newmarket, Ontario, Canada, another designated training location, or online, at Ledgers' discretion.