Credential(s) Offered
Industry certification
Method of Delivery
In Person
When offered
Daytime Hours, Evening Hours, Weekends
Instructional Program (CIP)
Description
A. Course Objective: Class B CDL with Passenger, Hazmat, Tanker
Description: HDS Truck Driving Institute which had its first truck-driving program in 1991, is a Family Owned and Operated Company. Our mission is to offer students the opportunity to develop both the technical knowledge and the personal skills vital to employment in the ever-changing world of truck driving. This course is designed to take entry-level drivers through the process of obtaining his/her Class B with Passenger permit by taking the written tests at the Motor Vehicle Division (MVD) office and obtain his/her Class B with Passenger CDL by passing a Third Party/or MVD CDL Demonstration Test on Pre-Trip Inspection, Backing Skills and Road Skills.
Competencies to be achieved: The course is 2 week on a full-time basis and 4 week on a part-time basis. Student will spend 40 hours of classroom training to prepare them to pass the written tests to obtain his/her Class B CDL permit with Passenger Endorsement and Additional Endorsements such as Tanker, and Hazardous Materials (Must be 21 to obtain HazMat Endorsement). The remaining 40 hours of the course is hands-on instruction on Pre-Trip Vehicle Inspection, Backing Skills and On-Road Driving in various traffic situations. The student will be required to pass a Third Party/or MVD CDL Demonstration Test on Pre-Trip Inspection, Backing Skills and Road Skills. We provide job placement assistance.
B. Total Cost of Program (include all costs to student including testing, licensure):
$2,795
C. Provide a list of all books required for the program (even if cost of books is included in tuition):
a) Arizona Commercial Driver License Manual
b) Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations Pocket Book
c) Hazardous Materials
D. Provide a list of all supplies required for the program (even if costs are included in tuition):
- Certificate Costs
Exam/Testing/Endorsement Fees:
Testing:
Passenger
Doubles & Triples
Tank
Hazardous Materials
Class B Test
Additional Fees/Costs:
TSA for Hazmat background check
Drug Screen
Physical
Admin Fee
E. WIOA Contact for Enrollment Status /Credential Verification:
Name: Amy Woods
Email: Amy_Woods@HdsDrivers.com
Phone number:
(520) 721-5825 Extension:
4219 http://www.hdstruckdrivinginstitute.com
G. 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. 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.) Must be able to pass a DOT drug test.
• Other requirements needed:
Be 18 years or older. Must have an active Arizona Driver License. Must meet Department of Transportation physical requirements. Must be able read and speak English language sufficiently to converse with the general public; including understanding highway traffic signs and signals in the English language, the ability to respond to official inquires, and make entries on reports and records. Must be 21 to obtain Hazardous Materials Endorsement.
H. Refund Policy (provide a summary if Refund policy is not listed on school website):
On the school website: http://www.hdstruckdrivinginstitute.com
I. 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: Member of the Commercial Vehicle Training Association
• 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): No
• 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: Accrediting Commission of Career Schools and Colleges – www.accsc.org
J. 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. 89%
Details
Program Length (Weeks)
2
Hours
80
Entrance Requirements
None
School
WIOA Approved Program
Yes
Curriculum Competency Based
Yes
Training Location(s)
HDS Truck Driver Institute, Inc.
Local WIB
6 - ARIZONA@WORK - Pima
Type of Attainment:
Certification or License;
Name of Credential
Class B CDL with Passenger, Hazmat, Tanker Certificate
Type of financial aid offered or have access to
None
Refund Policy
Pro-Rata up to 60% Completion
Is the proposed curriculum currently certified by an accrediting agency or similar national standardization program?
Yes - AZ Department of Transportation; ACCSC
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
$55.00
In-State Tuition
$2,370.00
Other Fees
$240.00 Lab/Uniform/ReqMedExam Fees/TSA Background Fees
Out-of-State/District Tuition
$2,370.00
Registration Fee
$100.00
Total In-State Program Cost
$2,795.00
Total Out-of-State Program Cost
$2,795.00
