Steps to Ownership
How to Become a Pitman Training Franchisee in Eight Steps
PITMAN TRAINING FRANCHISING PROCESS
Thank you for considering a Pitman Training franchise as your next business opportunity. We’re actively looking for new franchisees who are excited to bring our training programs to available markets across the UK, Ireland, and beyond. Below, you’ll find our steps to ownership along with an estimate of how long the process takes.
01. Submit Your Enquiry
Fill in our online enquiry form and our Franchise Development Director will contact you with details about the opportunity.
During this stage:
- Research your local marketplace
- Consider if running a training centre aligns with your goals
Review our business model and support structure
02. Initial Discussion
We'll arrange an introduction call to answer your questions and provide an overview of the partnership process.
03. Required Documentation
Following our conversation, you’ll receive our initial due diligence documents:
- Non-Disclosure Agreement (NDA)
- Application Form
- Proof of Funds
04. Document Review
Once we receive your signed NDA, Application Form and Proof of Funds, we’ll organise a Discovery Meeting where we will:
- Go over Pitman Business Plans and P&L’s
- Discuss available territories in your preferred location in more detail
- Address any questions you may have
05. Operations Meeting
Meet with our Operations Team in centre to:
- Learn about day-to-day centre management
- Discuss premises requirements and locations
- Discuss Business Plan and Financial Forecast
- Sign the Letter of Intent to Proceed and pay the Deposit
06. Operations Meeting
Meet with our Operations Team to:
- Learn about day-to-day centre management
- Discuss premises requirements and locations
- Review equipment and IT specifications
- Plan your training schedule
07. Territory Agreement
We’ll finalise your:
- Territory
- Business Plan and Financial Forecast
- Centre opening schedule
Issue draft Franchise Documents for review
08. Final Steps
- Sign Franchise Agreement
- Pay Initial Franchise Fee
- Sign Lease
WELCOME ABOARD
After signing the agreements, you’ll begin:
- Securing and fitting out your premises to brand standards
- Ordering equipment and furnishings
- Completing your 1-week training at our centre or head office
- Recruiting your team
- Implementing your launch marketing plan and digital presence
- Opening your centre for business
How Long Does This Process Take?
From start to finish, we estimate that opening a Pitman Training™ franchise will take around 12 weeks, including an initial 1-week training period. We support Franchisees every step of the way through our pre-launch planning process with our “Getting Started Guide” and, of course, by delivering a fully detailed training programme.