Professional Truck Driver Program

Instructional Program (CIP)

Description

A. Course Objective: Professional Truck Diver Program
Description: Professional Truck Driving Diploma Program is an in-depth program which addresses the body of knowledge a driver needs to know, but teaches the procedures that will enable the student to become a skilled driver. Safety practices are emphasized. It is structured to provide a basic knowledge to operate a Class “A or B” Commercial Vehicle. Flexible training schedules are available to accommodate an individual’s needs.
Competencies to be achieved: The student will do classroom training to prepare them to pass the written tests to obtain his/her Class A CDL permit with Passenger Endorsement and additional Endorsements such as Tanker, Doubles/Triples and Hazardous Materials, Hours of Service, Map Reading, Trip Planning, and Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations. The remaining hours of the course is hands-on instruction on Pre-Trip Vehicle Inspection, Backing Skills and On-Road Driving in various traffic situations. This course is designed to allow the individual student to continue the educational process with a paid externship with company the student accepted by. This will permit the student to gain valuable experience in the realities of the industry with exposure to greater variety in driving conditions while being evaluated and guided by the institution. 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.) Total Cost of Program (include all costs to student including testing, licensure): $12,995

ONET Median Hourly Wages: 53-3032, Entry-Level Hourly Earnings $23.85/HR

B. 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
C. 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 A Test
Additional Fees/Costs:
TSA for Hazmat background check
Drug Screen
Physical
Admin Fee
D. WIOA Contact for Enrollment Status /Credential Verification:
Name: Amy Woods
Email: Amy_Woods@HdsDrivers.com
Phone number: (520) 721-5825 Extension: 4219
E. Direct Website link to the program: : http://www.hdstruckdrivinginstitute.com
F. 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. 72%

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