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.

8 Steps to Ownership

01. Submit Your Enquiry

Fill in our 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.

Following this:

Pay the Intent to Proceed deposit
Receive your signed Intent to Proceed Letter
Begin exploring potential territories

03. Required Documentation

Following our conversation, you’ll receive our essential documents:

Non-Disclosure Agreement (NDA)
Initial Enquiry Form
Franchise Disclosure Document (FDD)
Business plan template

Key tasks at this stage:

Consult a franchise lawyer to review the agreement
Prepare your business plan using our template
Appoint an accountant
Set up your limited company
Register with HMRC for VAT, PAYE and tax

04. Document Review

Once we receive your signed NDA and Initial Enquiry Form, we’ll schedule a call to:

Review the Franchise Disclosure Document
Discuss available territories in your preferred location
Address any questions you may have
Begin arrangements for business finance

05. Financial Assessment

Submit your financial documents for our review, which includes:

Credit and background checks
Business insurance arrangements (including Employer’s Liability and Public Liability cover)
Final financial preparations

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:

Development territory
Centre opening schedule
Franchise agreements
Initial franchise fee payment

08. Welcome Aboard

After signing the agreements, you’ll begin:

Securing and fitting out your premises to brand standards
Ordering equipment and furnishings
Completing your training at our centre or head office
Recruiting your team
Implementing your launch marketing plan, including digital presence
Opening your centre for business

Centre Opening

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.

hear from our owners

testimonials

“Because Pitman is so well-established, I've been able to help far more people than I ever could've dreamed of when I was working freelance. The head office provides us with sophisticated business management systems and marketing support. They're also always looking to develop the products we use to make sure there are various innovative ways for students to learn. Being a Pitman franchise partner allows me to provide a level of service I just couldn't have done if I'd remained freelance."

"One thing I've found about being a franchise partner with Pitman is that you're in business for yourself but not by yourself. There's a level of comfort that you get because other people are involved in the same project. It's a real team effort, and even if you're a one-centre owner, you'll never feel alone."

"Becoming a franchise partner with Pitman was brilliant and made my life so much easier than if I had started a training business on my own. When running a training business, you need to get students into the centre to succeed. Having the backing of a big brand like Pitman goes a long way in helping to achieve this. Ever since I joined Pitman, I have been provided with all the marketing tools and information required to run a business from the get-go has been vital to my success."

"When you walk into a room and say, 'Hello, I'm Chris from Pitman,' that carries some weight. Introducing yourself as just Chris, well, people will naturally ask, 'Who is that?' Or, 'Chris, from where?' You automatically have a built-in advantage."

Ready to transform lives?

Please submit the form below to begin your franchising journey with Pitman Training.

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