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COMMERCIAL DRIVER’S LICENSE

CDL
CDL

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PROGRAM OVERVIEW

There are 2 phases in the CDL Journey:

The Permitting Phase: Virtual learning and written knowledge tests to get the CDL permit that allows a student to practice driving skills on public roads with a CDL licensed driver or instructor.

The Licensing-Skills Phase: On the truck driving training and testing to obtain the CDL license.

Course Details

Commercial Driver’s License training (or CDL training) is a course designed to prepare a student to obtain a commercial driver’s license (CDL), which is required for a career as a truck driver in the United States.

This is a hybrid (virtual and in person) course where participants undergo 7 weeks of virtual classroom and behind the wheels training to receive a CDL class A permit and license.

During training, students are taught the necessary knowledge and skills to pass a series of tests to obtain their permit and they are trained to drive, maneuver and operate a commercial class A category vehicle.

This course is perfect for someone interested in the trucking industry, who enjoys driving and being on the road, who is a problem solver and who can work different schedules, among others. Job opportunities are such as Truck drivers, Flat Bed Drivers, Tankers, Route Drivers, Sand Hauling, Dump Truck drivers, etc.

Requirements / Eligibility

In order to be successful in this class, members must:
  • Have a computer or tablet with microphone and camera access (to take the virtual element of the classes)
  • Have access to reliable internet connection
  • Authorized to work
  • Possess basic computer skills

All members will be screened for eligibility prior to taking the class.

  • Must be a resident of the City of Houston
  • Must be 18 or older
  • No sex offenses on criminal background check
  • Must be able to pass a drug test
  • Low-to-middle income (must show proof of income documentation)
  • Self-certification may be required for unemployed applicants

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