CDL Training: Class A Tractor Trailer

Instructional Program (CIP)

Description

1. Course Objective:

Description:

The CDL Training: Class A truck driver training program prepares students for entry level employment in the commercial driving field. The curriculum provides students with training to inspect and operate tractor trailers, and to assume driver responsibilities on the road and at pickup/delivery points. Emphasis is placed on vehicle inspections, defensive driving, range maneuvers, motor carrier safety regulations (DOT 380 -397 and a certificate for entry-level drivers), trip planning, cargo handling, size/weight laws, general maintenance procedures, hours of service, and accident prevention. All training, instruction, and testing is done at school facilities or in school-provided equipment.

Competencies to be achieved:

People who graduate from the AAI CDL: Class A Tractor Trailer program have the opportunity to pursue entry-level careers within the large transport organizations.

Driving Techniques, Alley Docking, Size & Weight Laws, Pre-Trip Vehicle Inspections, Tractor-Trailer Maintenance, Vehicle Systems, Driver Safety, Motor Carrier Safety Regulations, Accident Prevention, Defensive Driving, Range Maneuvers

2. Total Cost of Program (include all costs to student including testing, licensure):

$ 5,000

WIOA students may be eligible for grants and scholarships.

3. Provide a list of all books required for the program (even if cost of books is included in tuition):

ENTRY LEVEL DRIVER TRAINING TRAINER MANUAL

ENTRY LEVEL DRIVER TRAINING STUDENT MANUAL

Drivers Daily Log Book Carbonless

FMCSR Pocketbooks

4. Provide a list of all supplies required for the program (even if costs are included in tuition):

Detailed DVIR Carbonless

Orange Polyurethane Wheel Chock

Rand McNally Motor Carrier Road Atlas (Current Year)

Six Inch Clear Log Ruler

Traffic Cone Orange 28” No Collars

Traffic Cone Orange 18” No Collars

Accident Compliance Kit Vinyl Pouch – No Camera

Daily Log Summary Wall Chart

Monthly Log Summary Wall Chart

Lime Mesh Safety Vest – One Size Fits Most

10-Person First Aid Kit

5. WIOA Contact for Enrollment Status /Credential Verification:

Name: Renee Arellano

Email: rarellano@aai.edu

Phone number: (480) 389-2258 x 212258

6. Direct Website link to the program:

https://www.aai.edu/programs/cdl-training-program/

7. Additional information:

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


• Applicants for the CDL program must meet the following MVR requirements to enroll.


• Applicants must provide acceptable documentation to validate when necessary. A valid Driver's License is required and applicants must have had their license for a minimum of one year. The applicant cannot have any of the following (based on date of violation):
  
  
  


• DUI/DWI convictions within five years of completion date (of our CDL program). If there are 2 DUIs/DWIs the second must be 10 years back or farther from completion date


• At fault accidents within the last year. If there are 2 accidents, second must have occurred  at least 4 years previous to 


• Endangerment convictions within the past 2 years


• Reckless/careless/negligent driving convictions within the past 2 years


• Traffic points exceeding 4 active points on current license

If any of these convictions exist or driver history criteria is not met, an employer pre-hire letter is acceptable documentation.  This letter must include the student's name and be in the form of an actual letter from a valid entity (i.e., business is listed/validated, on company letterhead).

• Other requirements needed:

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

CDL: Class A Tractor Trailer Program
The SCHOOL has adopted the following as its institutional cancellation and refund policy for the CDL: Class A Tractor Trailer Program

1. A student is entitled to a full refund if one (1) or more of the following criteria are met:






1. The student cancels the enrollment agreement or application prior to the start of their program within three (3) days after signing. In the event the cancellation notice is mailed, the postmark date on the envelope is evidence of the date of cancellation.


2. The student does not meet the post­secondary proprietary educational institutions minimum admissions requirements, accreditation requirements, or federal program requirements.


3. The student’s enrollment was procured as a result of misrepresentation in the written material utilized by the school.


4. If the student has not visited the school prior to enrollment, and upon touring the school, or attending the first class, the student withdraws from the program within one (1) hour of the end of the first class.






2. A student withdrawing from the school’s published program, after starting the instructional program is entitled to a pro­rata refund based upon the number of hours attended. Any student completing more than seventy-five percent (75%) of the course curriculum is not entitled to a refund.


3. For extenuating circumstances, a pro­rata refund will be based upon the last day of attendance.

Example: Assume that a student, upon enrollment in 160-hour (4 week) program that costs $5,000, as specified in the ENROLLMENT AGREEMENT, withdraws after attempting 60 hours. The pro rata refund to the student would be $3,125 based on the calculation set forth below.

5,000 ÷ 160 Total Hours × 100 Remaining Hours = $3,125                                                             

Amount charged                                                         Actual Refund Amount

Refund policy may vary for students whose program cost is being contracted/paid by external partner/employer.

9. 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

Nationally Recognized Industry Association or Organization:

 Federal Motor Carriers Safety Association (FMCSA)

• Stackable: (Part of a sequence of credentials)

Yes or No: Yes

Career Pathway: 

Additional endorsements could be obtained. Examples: Hazmat, Tanker, School Bus, Double and Triple Trailers, etc.

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

 Yes or No (Explain): Yes:  Federal Motor Carriers Safety Association (FMCSA)

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

Yes or No: No

Accrediting Agency and link to website:

9. 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%

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