Are you ready to take the next step in your career and become a certified crane operator? Our Mobile Crane Operator Prep Course is designed to help you prepare for the NCCER Mobile Crane Operator Certification written exam with ease. This comprehensive, fully online course offers flexible learning options that fit your schedule and learning style, whether you’re looking for visual, auditory, or interactive content.

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With dynamic video lessons and real-world jobsite footage, you’ll gain the skills you need to operate cranes safely and efficiently. The course covers essential topics such as crane safety, load charts, rigging practices, and equipment setup, all geared toward real-world application. Interactive modules and practice tests are included to help you stay engaged and build your confidence before taking the NCCER certification exam.

Whether you’re just starting out and wondering “How do I become a crane operator?” or looking to enhance your current qualifications, this course is an ideal solution. You can study at your own pace, from any location, and gain valuable knowledge that helps you move closer to earning your crane operator license.

While the course prepares you for the NCCER written exams, Smiley Lifting Solutions also offers assessment locations to complete your certification. Enroll today and get 3 months of unlimited access to the best online crane operator training available.

Steps to Obtain an NCCER Crane Operator Certification:

1. Meet the Eligibility Requirements

• You must be at least 18 years old.
• Have a high school diploma or GED (recommended but not always required).
• Be in good physical condition, as crane operation can be physically demanding.

2. Select Your Crane Certification Type

• Determine which type of crane you will be operating (mobile crane or lattice boom)
• NCCER offers specific certifications based on the type of crane you plan to use, so it’s important to choose the appropriate category.

3. Enroll in a Crane Operator Training Program

• To prepare for the written exam, you may enroll in an Crane Operator Test Prep Course.
• This course will cover topics such as crane safety, load charts, rigging, operations, and more.

4. Pass the Written Exam

• The written exam tests your knowledge of crane operations, safety practices, load charts, rigging techniques, and more.
• You can take this exam at an NCCER Accredited Assessment Center. Smiley Lifting Solutions provides several assessment locations. NCCER testing fees are not included in the Crane Operator Test Prep Course, giving you the freedom to choose a NCCER assessment location near you.

5. Pass the Practical Exam

• The practical exam assesses your ability to safely and effectively operate a crane in a real-world scenario.
• The exam typically includes tasks like lifting, moving, and placing loads safely and accurately.

6. Receive Your NCCER Certification

• Once you have passed both the written and practical exams, you will receive your NCCER Mobile Crane Operator Certification.
• This certification is valid for five years, after which you will need to recertify.

7. Maintain Your Certification

• To maintain your NCCER certification, you will need to complete refresher training and pass a recertification exam every five years.

By following these steps, you can obtain your NCCER Crane Operator Certification and advance your career in the crane industry.

Prepare for Your NCCER Crane Operator Certification Written Exam

Earning your NCCER Crane Operator Certification requires passing both a written and practical exam, and our Mobile Crane Prep Course is the perfect way to get ready for the NCCER Mobile Crane written portion. Designed specifically for new crane operators, this online course will guide you through the key concepts and skills needed to succeed.

The written exam tests your knowledge of crane safety, load charts, rigging practices, equipment setup, and general crane operation. Our comprehensive prep course covers all these areas with interactive modules, dynamic video lessons, and real-world examples to ensure you fully understand the material. With practice tests included, you’ll be able to measure your progress and build the confidence you need to pass the written exam.

Take control of your study schedule with this flexible, fully online course and move closer to becoming a certified crane operator. When you’re ready, Smiley Lifting Solutions offers locations to complete both your written and practical exams. Testing fees are separate from the prep course, but can be taken at any NCCER Mobile Crane Assessment Center.

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CraneCerts.org is owned and operated by Smiley Lifting Solutions, LLC. We are an independent assessment center for the National Center for Construction Education and Research (NCCER). While we provide preparatory courses to help candidates prepare for NCCER certification exams, our CraneCerts.org Mobile Crane Prep Course is not endorsed or affiliated with the NCCER Organization.
Our courses are comprehensive and designed to help you prepare for the written test portion of the exams; however, they do not include official reference materials, written test fees, or practical test fees.