At American Crane School we take pride in our unwavering commitment to providing affordable pricing while continuing to deliver the exceptional quality that individuals seeking crane operator certification have come to rely on since our inception in 2004. We understand that accessing quality training should not be a financial burden, and we strive to ensure that aspiring operators receive the best education without compromising on excellence or value. Our dedication to affordability and quality reflects our mission to support the growth of skilled professionals in the crane industry.
Due to an increase in testing fees from the NCCCO we must also increase our prices. Our price changes are being placed only to cover the increases in these testing fees.
The following price changes go into effect on September 1, 2025. However, you can lock in the current prices before they increase.
Summary of Price Increases
Certification Course Prices (2025):
| Course Name | Current Price | New Price (after Sept 1, 2025) |
| 5-Day Beginner’s Bundle | $2,995 | $3,195 |
| 3-Day Certification (2 Cranes) | $1,895 | $2,195 |
| 3-Day Certification (1 Crane) | $1,695 | $1,895 |
| Re-certification | $1,295 | $1,395 |
| Practical Test | $495 | $595 |
| Practical Re-test | $395 | $545 |
Crane Training Time Prices (2025):
| Course Name | Current Price | New Price (after Sept 1, 2025) |
| Hourly Rate | $150 | $165 |
| Three Hours | $395 | $445 |
| 16 Hours Shared Crane Time * | $800 | $995 |
* Shared crane time typically consists of 2 people per crane.
