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Commercial Truck Driver

Training Program

Credential(s) Offered

Industry certification, Government license

Method of Delivery

In Person

When offered

Daytime Hours, Evening Hours, Weekends

Instructional Program (CIP)

Truck and Bus Driver/Commercial Vehicle Operator and Instructor. 490205

Description

Program Synopsis 


Course Objective: Commercial Truck Driver Program


Description:  This course is designed to take entry-level drivers through the process of obtaining his/her Class A permit with Passenger Endorsement by taking the written tests at the Motor Vehicle Division (MVD) office and obtain his/her Class A CDL with Passenger Endorsement by passing a Third Party CDL Demonstration Test on Pre-Trip Inspection, Backing Skills and Road Skills, but teaches the procedures that will enable the student to become a skilled driver. Safety practices are emphasized.  It is structured to provide a basic knowledge to operate a Class “A or B” Commercial Vehicle. Flexible training schedules are available to accommodate an individual’s needs. Competencies to be achieved:  The student will do classroom training to prepare them to pass the written tests to obtain his/her Class A CDL permit with Passenger Endorsement and additional Endorsements such as Tanker, Doubles/Triples and Hazardous Materials, Hours of Service, Map Reading, Trip Planning, and Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations.  The remaining hours of the course is hands-on instruction on Pre-Trip Vehicle Inspection, Backing Skills and On-Road Driving in various traffic situations.  This course is designed to allow the individual student to continue the educational process with a paid externship with company the student accepted by.  This will permit the student to gain valuable experience in the realities of the industry with exposure to greater variety in driving conditions while being evaluated and guided by the institution.   Job placement assistance is provided with over-the- road (OTR) national carriers/companies that hire our graduates directly upon completion of training.  (National carriers/companies screen by the following:  background, motor vehicle driving record, and work history.)


Total Cost of Program (include all costs to student including testing, licensure): $5,495


Provide a list of all books required for the program (even if cost of books is included in tuition):Arizona Commercial Driver License Manual Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations Pocket Book Hazardous Materials


Provide a list of all supplies required for the program (even if costs are included in tuition): Cost of Books  $30


Tuition: $5060 Books: $30 Admin Fees: $100 Testing- Passenger $10 Doubles & Triples: $10 Tank: $10 Hazardous Materials: $10 Class A Test: $25 Class B Test: $25 TSA: $90 Drug Screen: $55 Physical: $70


Note: Hazardous Materials Endorsement/TSA fees only apply to students who are 21 years of age and older.


WIOA Contact for Enrollment Status /Credential Verification:


Name: Ally Lomeli


Email:  Ally_Peralta@hdsdrivers.com


Phone number: (928-919-7041)


Direct Website link to the program: https://yumatruckdrivingschool.com/


Additional information:


Background check requirements for licensing and background restrictions for working in the occupation:


Arizona Motor Vehicle Division requires a Birth Certificate or Passport, Photo ID and Social Security Card to  obtain a Class A Commercial Driver’s License Permit. It is the Student’s responsibility to review the requirements on https://azdot.gov/motor-vehicles/driver-services/commercial-driver-license-cdl  as requirements are subject to change.      


Other requirements needed:   Enrollment Status & Credential Verification    


Refund Policy (provide a summary if Refund policy is not listed on school website):


https://yumatruckdrivingschool.com/refund-policy/


Credentials: (The following questions must be answered along with a supporting explanation for each)


Industry Recognized: (Developed and offered by, or endorsed by a nationally-recognized industry association or organization representing a sizeable portion of the industry sector)


Yes or No:   Yes – Department of Transportation/Motor Vehicle Department


Nationally Recognized Industry Association or Organization:


Stackable: (Part of a sequence of credentials)


Yes or No:  No


Career Pathway:


Portable: (Recognized in other geographical areas; by other educational institutions; or by other industries/companies)


Yes or No (Explain):  Yes—by the National and Local Carriers/Companies, oil fields, construction, mines, etc.


Accredited Curriculum:  (This is referring to the course being accredited,  not the test or school)


Yes or No: Yes


Accrediting Agency and link to website: https://www.accsc.org/Directory/index.aspx


Credential Attainment Rate: Percentage of students in the last 24 months who obtained a postsecondary credential, or secondary school diploma or its recognized equivalent, during participation or within one year after exit from the training program. 90%

Details

Program Length (Weeks)

8

Hours

310

Entrance Requirements

None

School

Yuma Truck Driving School

WIOA Approved Program

Yes

Curriculum Competency Based

Yes

Training Location(s)

3180 E. 32nd Street

Local WIB

9 - ARIZONA@WORK - Yuma County

Type of Attainment:

Certification and License

Name of Credential

Commercial Drivers License

Type of financial aid offered or have access to

None

Refund Policy

http://yumatruckdrivingschool.com/refund.html

Is the proposed curriculum currently certified by an accrediting agency or similar national standardization program?

Yes - AZ Department of Transportation

Is this proposed curriculum considered a nontraditional program of training services for women?

No

Is this proposed curriculum considered a nontraditional program of training services for men?

No

Cost Items

Books (Estimated)

$30.00

Testing/Exam Fees

$90.00

In-State/District Tuition

$5,060.00

Other Fees

$215.00 Lab/ReqMedExam Fees/TSA Background Fees

Out-of-State/District Tuition

$5,060.00

Registration Fee

$100.00

Total In-State Program Cost

$5,495.00

Total Out-of-State Program Cost

$5,495.00

Demand Occupation(s)

53-3032.00Heavy and Tractor-Trailer Truck Drivers
$13.00 per hour
Required Certification: Requires CDL License

Provider Status

Approved

Address

3180 E. 32nd Street, Yuma, Arizona 85365

Phone Number

(928) 919-7041

Fax Number

(928) 247-9723

Web Address

https://yumatruckdrivingschool.com/

Last Updated

Feb 26, 2024

Created

Feb 16, 2012

Renewal

Oct 27, 2024

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