CDL Truck Driver Training (Short-Term Training)
The 352-hours Entry-Level Driver Training (CDL) course provides students with training to inspect and operate tractor-trailers, and to assume driving responsibilities on the road. Highway driving, training range exercises, and classroom lectures are used to develop the student’s knowledge and skills. The course also covers the required FMCSA theory training to obtain the CDL Hazmat Endorsement.
Upon completion of this course the student is prepared to pass the NC DMV CDL Class A skills exam, and also the DMV computer Hazmat knowledge test, to earn their Hazmat endorsement. Students will then be prepared to apply for employment with a respected motor carrier as an entry level driver.
NOTE: Please review and meet all requirements listed below.
PROGRAM DETAILS
Credentials: Short-Term Training
Completion Time: 9 - 16 Weeks
Open to High School Students: Yes
Offered in Spanish: No
Campus Available:
Main Campus (Kinston)
PROGRAM CONTACT
Truck Driver Training Instructor
(Building 022), Room 100
Phone: (252) 527-6223, ext. 188
Fax: (252) 233-6880
Email: kmlombardi84@lenoircc.edu
(Building 022), Room 100
Phone: (252) 527-6223, ext. 188
Fax: (252) 233-6880
Email: kmlombardi84@lenoircc.edu
Director of Continuing Education Special Programs
Bullock (Building 001)
Room 119B
Phone: (252) 527-6223, ext. 613
Fax: (252) 233-6880
Email: drtaylor03@lenoircc.edu
Bullock (Building 001)
Room 119B
Phone: (252) 527-6223, ext. 613
Fax: (252) 233-6880
Email: drtaylor03@lenoircc.edu
- Must be at least 18 years of age and be fluent in English
- Must complete the mandatory online Orientation – CDL Truck Driving Course prior to enrolling in the CDL Truck Driving Program
In this four week online Orientation CDL Truck Driving Course you will:
- Submit a valid NC Driver’s License
- Obtain and submit a valid CDL Class A Permit prior to start of CDL on-campus class
- Obtain and submit DOT Physical
- Obtain and submit DOT Drug Screen
- Obtain and submit DMV Driving Record from NC and all states where a license was issued for at least the past four years
What is covered in the MANDATORY online CDL orientation class:
- Week 1
- Review CDL Class Requirements
- Complete Scholarship & WIOA applications
- Download and Study CDL A permit material (prepares them to test at DMV)
- Week 2
- Instructions on how to obtain their NC Driving Record
- List of locations to schedule their appointments for Medical Card Physical and Drug Testing
- Requires student to submit their new CDL A permit
- Submit their NC Driver’s License
- Links to purchase their ELDT Theory textbook & Hours of Service Workbook
- Week 3
- Submit their Medical Card & Drug Test results from the prior weeks appointments.
- Review CDL Class Rules, sign & submit.
- Register as a Driver with their CDL permit on FMCSA Clearinghouse
- Download, complete, & submit the in-person CDL registration form.
- Pay $750 tuition if not approved for scholarship/WIOA
- Week 4
- Create and submit an updated resume.
| WEEKDAY TRAINING OPTION (9 WEEKS) | TIME |
|---|---|
| Monday through Friday | 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. |
| WEEKEND TRAINING OPTION (16 WEEKS) | TIME |
| Saturday and Sunday | 8 a.m. to 7 p.m. |
| and Tuesday and Thursday | 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. |
ESTIMATED COSTS
The total cost of the course is $750 plus the expenses from obtaining the requirements.
MATERIALS
Textbooks and Manuals will be provided as loaners.
CDL LICENSE COST
Once training is completed, (including passing the CDL Skills Test taken at Lenoir Community College), students will go to their local DMV to exchange their CDL permit for their CDL license. Cost of the exchange is approximately $110 (without any endorsements).