Question: How long is the training?
Answer: Three or Six weeks.
Question: Does the student need to have any experience using heavy equipment?
Answer: No.
We have trained and certified thousands of students
Using our experienced, professional instructors, HCA grooms truly valuable operators with the real world skills
Bobby Amendola
13:55 11 Dec 18
The school was great. The instructors, bill, Nate, Jim, and rick are great they are very patient with you and whatever kind of question you asked they knew the right answer. The heated cabs in all the machines are very nice as I went in October and it was pretty chilly out. The lunches they provide for you is the same thing every week just on different days.. also the hotel they put you in is an absolute dump. Place was so disgusting and dirty, couldn’t wait to get out of there, breakfast at the hotel sucked too. Other than that, I had a great time at HCA would recommend to anyone who wants to get into a machine and start their career. Thanks to everyone.read more
DJ 517
13:53 10 Dec 18
This is the best operating school in the nation. Period. You are always in a machine, learning from the best. If you want to get into the industry and start making a name for yourself, or are just looking for a new direction, whatever brings you here, this is the place to learn heavy equipment. It is a 10/10. A+. You get what you put in, so if you come here to learn and work hard, you're on track to become a real operating talent.Go to HCA, you won't regret it. Daniel Carney(Graduating class of November 2017)read more
Serena Daley
12:45 02 Nov 18
I enjoy going to see Sheila, Chris and Ken up in Career Services. They always had possible job leads for me, were very patient when I was unsure on where I wanted to end up, and helpful with the cold calling. They also create a sick resume for you in the first week. What!?!?!?! Thanks guys!read more
Justin Kirisits
14:30 16 Oct 18
This School is worth the training, Bill, Nate, Jim, and Rick are the best instructors around and they know their stuff. If the intricacies were different this school wouldn’t be able to function. If you know nothing about Heavy equipment this is the place to go to get the knowledge and stick time. They emphasized on Safety, and made sure you followed that up with quality work...... nothing against the instructors or training..... Now on the other hand they WAY OVERCHARGE FOR PPE, they charged me for $225 for a pair of boots I could have bought for $85! The boot truck women was snarky I tried to order a different set she made it very difficult to the point where I took the size they had... over charged for your $1 safety glass, overcharged on hard hat and vest... YOUTUBE IS MISLEADING THEY SAID ELECTRIC GREASE GUNS BUT THEY GIVE NOTHING. Career services is just as good as a computer because their partnerships are non existent and not once was I offered anything. Main guy is great at shooting your dreams out of the sky, shiela is possibly the only hope for career services. I found my job interviews on my own. That being said I know I paid for the training but they definitely made it sound like they were going to do more work than They did. For $18,700 the lunch taste good if you can get what you want we had to fight for the same old boring food everyday, there was no choices, somedays I did not eat. There were 27 students in my class so for $504,900 we should at least have a choice. The owner seemed ok, wasn’t around really. THE HOTEL SUCKS, MISLEADING, HOTEL STEALS OUT OF YOUR ROOM, MOLD UNDER ALL SINKS.read more
CJ Hardesty
23:17 14 Oct 18
The instructors are beyond patient. Bill, Nate, Jim, and Rick. Thank you all for your time and commitment to getting us as much seat and stick time as possible. This wouldn't have been possible without you guys. Thank you to career services for your hard work in finding leads. If you are interested in HEO, come here.read more
Christopher Cunningham
22:57 20 Jul 18
Very Great school graduated in December 2015. I Have been running equipment every since was the best decision I ever made to go and get the knowledge from HCA. I would recommend this school to anyone that doesn't mind getting a little dirty and have a great career not just another job in the construction industry. Thanks for everything HCAread more
jontae jernigan
19:53 18 Jul 18
My experience here at the HCA was tremendously adequate. I enjoyed every single aspect of the time spent here. From the classroom modules, to the outside field projects. The instructors were hands-on. They really cared about your success and about how to make you as successful as possible. I would recommend this academy to any and everyone that's considering the engineering field. Its an excellent way to get your foot in the door and get started on a great career.read more
Brandon Copeland
19:55 12 Jul 18
This school is wonderful. They are very patient, they teach everything you'll need to know to get you started. I graduated in April of 2018....i know have a job in Colorado...making REALLY good money. Thank you for everything.read more
Patrick Noonaneggeman
23:34 09 Jul 18
An absolutely amazing school. The teachers know everything you need to know and will answer every question. 10/10 would recommend.read more
Tanya Perkowski
15:06 31 May 18
I would absolutely recommend the heavy construction academy to anyone interested in this career field. From the instructors to the career center and finance office, you are taken care of every step of the way. They want you to succeed, but you will have to put some work in, yourself if you truly want to be successful.read more
dabbin alaskin
00:04 17 Apr 18
It was a great experience. I now have the knowledge of safety operation of heavy equipment and base of blueprint and excavation math. I now have a great career path based on being certified operatorread more
Amanda Ovington
18:57 22 Mar 18
I came to the HCA in January to change my career path and it's one of the best decisions I've made. The instructors take the time to make sure you know what you're doing and encourage you to ask your questions. They have great senses of humor and will laugh with you. If you're in a piece of equipment and are unsure about what you're doing, there's a radio so you can talk to the instructor, and that radio was my best friend for my first few weeks when everything was so new. (Poor Bill. He and Kevin were incredibly patient.) I had an awesome group of classmates and have made some lifelong friends. I was the only woman in a class of 23, but I felt welcome and accepted from Day 1. The instructors and my "pack" really brought out the best in me. The Career Services office was a great help in finding work in a new field, and Lori was fantastic as we worked together on my resume. My biggest fear before deciding to enroll was whether I'd be employable, but I had a job offer the day before graduating the program. I start my new job soon, and I'm wicked excited!read more
nicholas fetsko
18:53 22 Mar 18
Thank you for reaching out and handling what happened during my time there in a professional manner. I very much appreciate the coverage of all the expenses and thank you for doing so. In light of this, I will happily change my rating.read more
Patrick Hannigan
15:48 20 Mar 18
Best decision I’ve ever made. Great school if you like to get your hands dirty and operate equipment everyone there is very open minded and will step out of their way to help you find a job and help you do basically anything that needs to be done!! Thank you guys for giving me a wonderful opportunity. I hope everyone thinking about going goes you won’t regret it!read more
Charles Ganoung
14:59 20 Mar 18
This was an amazing school! The instructors Bill, Nate, Jim and Craig are top notch! They explained everything clearly and made it all understandable. If you have a question they do not hesitate answering and taking the time that you understand. Career services is stellar when it comes to writing resumes and helping in job searching I came home after 6 weeks to a job with other perspective employers wanting to interview for other operating positions. If you're interested do it! It's worth the effort! It'll change your life for the betterread more
Kevyn Alexander
21:00 02 Mar 18
Great school! The instructors are amazing and have so much knowledge they can answer any and all questions you may have! Career services do an outstanding job with your resume and assisting in your job search!read more