Program Length: 320 Hours
Program Objective:
The objective of the Commercial Vehicle Driving (Class A) program is to provide quality educational training designed to meet the current and future needs of the truck driving industry by preparing the students for a Class “A” Commercial Driver License.
The content includes but is not limited to the following: rules and regulations, introduction to equipment, defensive and preventive driving, preventative maintenance and inspection, license information for commercial drivers, loading and unloading cargo, reporting delays or accidents on the road, verifying load against shipping papers, keeping records, testing and licensing the commercial driver, and employability skills and safety.
- Interview by Guidance Counselor
- Must be 18 years old
- Must have a valid Florida Driver’s License and good driving record
- Fees for supplies and textbooks will be required
- Must pass DOT Health Examination
- Must pass DOT Drug Test
- Must obtain a State of Florida “CDL Learners Permit”
- Must obtain a certificate of completion for “Entry Level Driver Training” (ELDT)
The average length of this program is 320 hours (approximately 13 weeks) for Class A Commercial Vehicle Driving full-time students.
| OCP | COURSE | HOURS |
|---|---|---|
| OCP A | Tractor Trailer Truck Driver | 320 Hours |
| Total Hours: 320 |
Graduation Requirements:
- Completion of all Occupational Completion Points (OCP’s)
- No financial obligations
- Students must complete the Clearance packet to receive program certificate.
Employment Opportunities
Road Drivers, Local Drivers, Independent Lines Drivers, Major National Haulers, Moving
Industry Drivers, Straight Truck Drivers
Employment Requirements:
Commercial truck drivers usually have a high school diploma or equivalent. Employers prefer that commercial truck driver complete a program at a professional truck driving school. They must have a commercial driver’s license (Commercial Vehicle Driving).
Salary
The average wage for this career in Florida is $23.88 hourly or $49,670 annually.
- In-state residents—$2.56 per hour (Subject to change)
- Out of state resident—$10.25 per hour (Subject to change)
- $20.00 application fee
- Material fee—Varies by program
- Identification Card fee—$5.00 per trimester
- Students must purchase books/kits and/or uniforms, if applicable
- Approximate Total $1,764.20
Monday – Friday
Morning: 7 A.M. – 12 P.M.
Afternoon: 12 P.M. – 5 P.M.
Evening: 5:30 P.M. – 11:00 P.M
