Upon completion of this course, students will have gained familiarity with basic rigging practices, crane safety,
emergency procedures, principles of cranes, and crane communications.
Upon successful completion of this Basic Rigger Course, trainees will possess the above- mentioned skills and a Signal Person Credential in addition to the Basic Rigger Credential/Certification.
(Note) The Signal Person Credential is awarded by NCCER* by successful completion of the four modules of the Basic Rigger Course
*Pre-requisite: NCCER Core
Awarding Entity: National Center for Construction Education & Research (NCCER)
NCCER Core (Bundle Rigger & Signal Person) (80 Hours)
Associated Credential: NCCER Core
Dates: October 5 - December 14, 2026
Days: Mondays/Wednesdays
Times: 5:00 – 9:00 PM
Instructor: P. Staff
Location: Camp Hobbs Suffolk Campus, 271 Kenyon Rd, Suffolk, VA 23434
Tuition: $1,098 (Tuition includes 1 certification exam)
Workforce Credential Grant (WCG) Price: $366
Rigger & Signal Person Bundle (with Core) (65 Hours)
Associated Credential: Rigger and Signal Person
Dates: Spring 2027
Days: Mondays and Thursdays
Times: 5:00 – 9:00 PM
Instructor: D. Mitchell
Location: Camp Workforce Dev. Center, 100 North College Drive, Franklin VA 23851
Tuition: $4500 (Price includes 1 certification exam)
Workforce Credential Grant (WCG): $1,500
*Must be 18 years or older. High School diploma or GED is not required.