Crane Training Funding Options
Explore the crane training funding options available to students at Miller Crane Works in Seagoville, TX, near Dallas. Veterans' benefits, workforce programs and employer sponsorship can help cover tuition for our approved courses.
- GI Bill® approved school
- Workforce funding may be available to eligible Texans
- Help understanding your options before you enroll
Ask About Funding
Tell us how you'd like to pay and we'll help you explore your options.
Five Ways Students Fund Their Training
Eligibility is decided by each program, not by the school. We'll help you understand the steps.
Post-9/11 GI Bill® (Chapter 33)
Eligible veterans and service members can use GI Bill® benefits for approved training. Apply on VA.gov.
Veteran Readiness & Employment (Chapter 31)
VR&E helps veterans with service-connected disabilities prepare for and find work. Learn about VR&E.
Workforce Funding (WIOA)
Eligible Texans may qualify for training funds through their local Workforce Solutions office. Learn about WIOA.
Employer Sponsorship
Many employers pay for their employees' crane training. Ask your employer, or have them contact us.
Self-Pay
Pay your tuition directly. We'll confirm tuition and what it covers before you enroll.
Using Your VA Education Benefits
Miller Crane Works is approved for GI Bill® benefits. Before you enroll, apply for benefits through VA and get your Certificate of Eligibility.
Students using Chapter 31 or Chapter 33 benefits are protected by our VA compliance policy while VA payments are pending.
- Apply for benefits on VA.gov
- Get your Certificate of Eligibility
- Send it to our team before your first class
- We certify your enrollment with VA
Applying for Workforce Funding in Texas
Workforce funding is managed by local Workforce Solutions offices across Texas.
Contact your local Workforce Solutions office
Find the office for your area through the Texas Workforce Commission.
Ask about eligibility
Each office decides whether you qualify and which training it can fund in your area.
Share your course choice
Tell your case manager which Miller Crane Works course you want to take.
Coordinate with our team
Once you're approved, we'll work with you and your office on enrollment.
Tuition for Each Approved Course
Tuition is listed by approved course name.
| Course | Tuition |
|---|---|
| MOBILE CRANE OPERATIONS FIXED/SWING CAB 120 HOURS | $6,400.00 |
| MOBILE CRANE OPERATIONS FIXED/SWING CAB 40 HOURS | $2,800.00 |
| MOBILE CRANE OPERATIONS LATTICE 40 HOURS | $5,500.00 |
| MOBILE CRANE OPERATIONS LATTICE 20 HOURS | $2,950.00 |
| TOWER CRANE OPERATIONS 40 HOURS | $5,500.00 |
| TOWER CRANE OPERATIONS 20 HOURS | $2,950.00 |
| MILLER CRANE WORKS LEVEL I RIGGER/SIGNAL PERSON 4 HOURS | $395.00 |
| RIGGER/SIGNAL PERSON CERTIFICATION LEVEL I 28 HOURS | $2,550.00 |
| PREMIUM PLUS MOBILE CRANE OPERATIONS FIXED/SWING CAB COURSE | $8,500.00 |
| PREMIUM MOBILE CRANE OPERATIONS LATTICE COURSE | $6,000.00 |
| PREMIUM TOWER CRANE OPERATIONS 48 COURSE | $6,000.00 |
| PREMIUM MOBILE CRANE OPERATIONS FIXED/SWING CAB COURSE | $3,600.00 |
Compare hours and course details in our course catalog. Review our Refund & Cancellation Policy before you enroll.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I use the GI Bill® for crane operator training?
Miller Crane Works is approved for GI Bill® benefits. Eligible veterans and service members should apply through VA, get a Certificate of Eligibility and contact us to confirm which course their benefits apply to.
Does the Texas Workforce Commission pay for crane training?
Workforce funding, such as WIOA, is managed by local Workforce Solutions offices. Each office decides eligibility and what training it can fund, so contact your local office to ask.
Will my employer pay for my training?
Many employers sponsor crane training for their employees. Ask your employer, or have them contact us about enrolling you.
What happens if my VA payment is delayed?
Students using Chapter 31 or 33 benefits won't be penalized while VA payment is pending, as described in our VA compliance policy.
How much does crane training cost?
Tuition depends on the course. Each course's tuition is listed on this page and in our course catalog.
Let's Find a Way to Fund Your Training
Tell us how you plan to pay and we'll walk you through the next steps for your course.
GI Bill® is a registered trademark of the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA). More information about education benefits offered by VA is available at the official U.S. government website at www.benefits.va.gov/gibill.