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Home<\/span>\u203a<\/span>Certifications<\/span>\u203a<\/span>Why Certify<\/span><\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][et_pb_heading title=”Why Get Certified?” _builder_version=”4.27.2″ _module_preset=”default” custom_margin=”||0px||false|false” global_colors_info=”{}”][\/et_pb_heading][et_pb_text module_class=”top-description” _builder_version=”4.27.2″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n Certification is more than a credential \u2014 it’s a commitment to excellence and safety.<\/span><\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][\/et_pb_section][et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ module_class=”page-content-container” _builder_version=”4.27.2″ _module_preset=”default” locked=”off” global_colors_info=”{}” da_is_popup=”off” da_exit_intent=”off” da_has_close=”on” da_alt_close=”off” da_dark_close=”off” da_not_modal=”on” da_is_singular=”off” da_with_loader=”off” da_has_shadow=”on” da_disable_devices=”off|off|off”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.27.2″ _module_preset=”default” width=”90%” custom_padding=”0px||0px||false|false” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.27.2″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_text module_class=”description” _builder_version=”4.27.2″ _module_preset=”default” header_2_font=”|800|||||||” header_2_line_height=”1.15em” text_orientation=”center” custom_margin=”||0px||false|false” custom_css_free_form=”selector h2 {|| margin-bottom: 20px;||}” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text module_class=”description” _builder_version=”4.27.2″ _module_preset=”default” text_orientation=”center” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n Whether you’re just starting out or a seasoned operator, CCO certification delivers real, lasting advantages.<\/span><\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row column_structure=”1_3,1_3,1_3″ _builder_version=”4.27.2″ _module_preset=”default” custom_padding=”||0px||false|false” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”1_3″ _builder_version=”4.27.2″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_blurb title=”Career Advancement” image=”https:\/\/staging.ccocert.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/ccocert-concrete-pump-operator.png” alt=”CCO Concrete Pump Operator” module_class=”cert-benefit” _builder_version=”4.27.2″ _module_preset=”default” header_level=”h3″ global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n 01<\/span>CCO certification opens doors to higher-paying positions and greater responsibility. Employers across the country actively seek certified operators for leadership roles on complex job sites.<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_blurb][\/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=”1_3″ _builder_version=”4.27.2″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_blurb title=”OSHA Compliance” image=”https:\/\/staging.ccocert.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/ccocert-singalperson-pointing.png” alt=”cco cert, lift director” module_class=”cert-benefit” _builder_version=”4.27.2″ _module_preset=”default” header_level=”h3″ global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n 02<\/span>CCO certifications are recognized by OSHA as meeting the operator qualification requirements under 29 CFR 1926.1427 \u2014 keeping you compliant and your employer protected.<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_blurb][\/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=”1_3″ _builder_version=”4.27.2″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_blurb title=”Industry Recognition” image=”https:\/\/staging.ccocert.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/ccocert-lift-director-scaled.jpg” alt=”cco cert, lift director, lift director certification” module_class=”cert-benefit” _builder_version=”4.27.2″ _module_preset=”default” header_level=”h3″ global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n 03<\/span>A CCO credential signals to employers, peers, and regulators that you have met a nationally accredited standard. It’s the mark of a true professional in the crane industry.<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_blurb][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row column_structure=”1_3,1_3,1_3″ _builder_version=”4.27.2″ _module_preset=”default” custom_padding=”||0px||false|false” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”1_3″ _builder_version=”4.27.2″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_blurb title=”Increased Earning Potential” image=”https:\/\/staging.ccocert.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/mycranecarrer.com_.jpg” alt=”CCO Concrete Pump Operator” module_class=”cert-benefit” _builder_version=”4.27.2″ _module_preset=”default” header_level=”h3″ global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n 04<\/span>Certified crane operators consistently earn more than their non-certified counterparts. Certification demonstrates measurable competency that employers are willing to pay for.<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_blurb][\/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=”1_3″ _builder_version=”4.27.2″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_blurb title=”Improved Safety on the Job” image=”https:\/\/staging.ccocert.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/ccocert-crane-operator-thumbs-up-1.png” alt=”cco cert verify coo mycco” module_class=”cert-benefit” _builder_version=”4.27.2″ _module_preset=”default” header_level=”h3″ global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n 05<\/span>The CCO exam process deepens your understanding of safe crane operation, rigging, load charts, and site awareness \u2014 reducing accidents and protecting everyone on the job site.<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_blurb][\/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=”1_3″ _builder_version=”4.27.2″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_blurb title=”Veteran & DoD Recognition” image=”https:\/\/staging.ccocert.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/ccocert-certificant-blue-helmet.png” alt=”cco cert, crane operator” module_class=”cert-benefit” _builder_version=”4.27.2″ _module_preset=”default” header_level=”h3″ global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n 06<\/span>CCO certifications are recognized through DoD SkillBridge and VA education benefit programs, making them an ideal credential for veterans transitioning to civilian crane careers.<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_blurb][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][\/et_pb_section][et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ module_class=”cta-section” _builder_version=”4.27.2″ _module_preset=”default” background_color=”#1c2128″ locked=”off” global_colors_info=”{}” da_is_popup=”off” da_exit_intent=”off” da_has_close=”on” da_alt_close=”off” da_dark_close=”off” da_not_modal=”on” da_is_singular=”off” da_with_loader=”off” da_has_shadow=”on” da_disable_devices=”off|off|off”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.27.2″ _module_preset=”default” width=”90%” custom_padding=”0px||0px||false|false” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.27.2″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.2″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n Browse all 17 CCO certification programs and find the one that’s right for you. 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