Truck Driver Training
Truck Driving: Getting on the Road to Your Future . . .
College of the Redwoods Truck Driver Training Program teaches background information, break-in skills, and offers behind-the-wheel training preparation for most trucking jobs. This intensive six-week course has 45 hours of lecture and 45 hours of "behind-the-wheel" instruction. Each student receives 45 additional hours of observation time in the truck.
Subjects include:
- Gauges and instruments
- Pre-trip inspection and safety
- Proper shifting techniques
- Brake systems and adjustments
- Paperwork
- How to seek employment
Upon completion of the course, the instructor will schedule the student's DMV road test. If students pass the road test, they will receive their Class-A license.
Getting Started:
To begin College of the Redwoods' Truck Driver Training Program, students must attend an informational meeting. This is an opportunity to receive an application and information packet about the program. Instructors will give a summary of what to expect from the program. Potential students will also be able to hear about financing plans and possible funding resources for students who are eligible.
Informational Meetings are held from 5:30 p.m. - 7:30 p.m. at 525 D St. Eureka, CA
Eligibility:
Eligibility will be discussed further in the mandatory informational meeting. It is important to speak with the instructor at the informational meeting before completing any of the tasks below. To attend the College of the Redwoods' Truck Driving Program, a student must be at least 18 years of age and complete or provide the following:
- Pass a Basic Skills Test (Reading, Writing and Math)
- Copy of current license
- Current DMV License Record Print-out (10 Year Report)
- CDOT Medical Exam
- DOT Drug Screen
- California Class A Learner's Permit
- Funding confirmed - If you are being sponsored, a sponsorship letter from the sponsoring agency is required by entrance requirements deadline
Truck Driving Training Program
Next Informational Meetings: Tuesdays & Thursdays - May 28th, 30th or June 4th - 5:30pm - 7:30pm 525 D St. Eureka CA - Only need to attend one meeting.
Mandatory Pre-Class Meetings: Students must attend all pre-class meetings announced at Informational Meetings.
Flyer: Click Here!
Dates: June 24 - August 2, 2019 This is an intensive six-week course!
Classroom:
Days: Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays
Time: 6:00 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.
Driving:
Behind-the-wheel will be 45 hours driving and 45 hours observation for a total of 90 hours in the truck. Days and times will be arranged with the instructors in the mornings, afternoons, and/or weekends.
Fee: $4,295 (Additional fees may be paid by the student for DOT Medical Exam, Drug Test and DMV printout and permit.)
Location: 525 D Street Eureka, CA
Instructor: Gene Stiles
Payment Plan Available!
Down Payment: $1,000
Monthly Payment: $549.17 for 6 months
Truck Driving Refresher Course
Students are eligible to attend refresher if they have attended a truck driving program or have had a CDL previously. Call (707) 476-4500 for more information and scheduling.
10 hours $1,095
5 hours $695
Refund Policy
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