CDL Training Course
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Our CDL Class A license training program is a comprehensive 6 week classroom and behind-the-wheel program. The training covers DOT rules and regulations, pre-trip inspection, backing pad skills, and on-the-road skills. The final skills test necessary to receive a state license is administered by state-approved examiners. Funding options are available to those that qualify.
Completers who obtain their state license are qualified to drive tractor-trailers, dump trucks, tow trucks, delivery trucks, tanker trucks, and flatbed trucks.
NEED TO KNOW:
- The course is 6 weeks long
- Cost of the program is $5500
- There is no payment plan, but there are financial assistance options available
- WIOA - Pre-application can be found at
- If you live inside the City of Shreveport - https://shreveportla.seamlessdocs.com/f/WIOA71_PreApplication
- If you live outside the City of Shreveport - https://cdconline.org/wioa-pre-app
- MJ Foster Promise Program
- Application Information can be found at - https://www.nltcc.edu/financial-aid/m-j-foster-promise-program
- WIOA - Pre-application can be found at
The following information must be turned in to the Minden campus prior to being considered for enrollment:
- Copy of current driver's license and social security card
- Copy of your current DOT physical
- Copy of your Class A CDL Permit with N (Tanker) endorsement
Please note:
- You must have a DOT physical to get a physical copy of your permit.
- You MAY have to make an appointment to take the permit test. Please contact your local Office of Motor Vehicles, or go to https://expresslane.org/
- You can study for the CDL Permit exam at https://public.powerdms.com/LADPSC/documents/347037 You will need to study Chapters 1, 2, 3, 5, 6, 8, 9 for a Class A CDL, with air brakes and combination, tanker endorsement. This is the requirement to drive our vehicles. Chapters 11, 12, & 13 will be taught in the course.
For additional assistance or questions, contact:
Jennie Cruse, Heavy Equipment Vehicle Operator Director