Douglas Education Center
Heavy Equipment and CDL with Safety
Diploma
On-CampusFinancial Aid
Monessen
Monessen, PA
Next start
Jan 11, 2027
Duration
12 Weeks
360 clock hours · 12 credits
App fee
$50
Tuition
$11,850 for the Program
Heavy Equipment Operator: Excavator
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An excavator operator masters all concepts and
procedures involved in the operation of excavators. This
includes basic daily preventive maintenance, safety
checking, and control of the machine. He/she identifies
attachments and uses the excavator to perform the
appropriate work-related tasks.
Certifying Organization
National Center for Construction Education and Research
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If significant education or training is needed? No
If significant work experience is needed? No
Is an exam required? Yes
How many years until certification must be renewed? 5 year(s)
Certification can be renewed with Continuing Education Units? No
Certification can be renewed with re-examination? Yes
Certification can be renewed with Continuing Professional Development? No
Certification can be renewed in multiple ways? No
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Suggested because Heavy Equipment Operator: Excavator applies to Excavating and Loading Machine and Dragline Operators, Surface Mining. Confirm with the school that its curriculum covers this exam.
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