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LOCATION
Palmer Main Campus
DATE
03/10/2025 - 04/17/2025
APPLICATION COST
$25
Pro Truck Driver 240 Hours / TD108

PROGRAM DESCRIPTION

Pro Truck Driver 240 Hours / TD108

This program meets the Entry Level Driver Training standards as required by the FMCSA.

The program begins with permit preparation, to prepare students to test for their CLP. Once students have gained the CLP and completed the ELDT classroom requirements, they will apply the techniques learned in the classroom to driving range, street, and highway practical exercises. Every student will practice all of the skills necessary to safely operate a tractor trailer and successfully complete the CDL Class A road exam.

Behind the wheel time consists of time spent behind the wheel of a tractor trailer combination applying the driving techniques discussed in the classroom. Student truck drivers learn and master the turning, backing and shifting skills on a 80 plus acre driving range. Once student drivers have gained experience and confidence on the driving range, students and driving instructors proceed with street driving to polish and hone students’ skills in real world situations. All of this training is conducted in preparation of the CDL skills test, where students must successfully pass a pre-trip inspections and a set of driving skills administered by a certified CDL examiner.

PREREQUISITES FOR ENROLLMENT

  • 18 Years of Age or Older by Graduation Date
  • DMV Driver’s History Report
  • DOT Physical Card
  • FMCSA/DOT Drug Test (If accepted, test can be done no more than 10 days before class begins)
  • Social Security Card
  • Valid Driver’s License (held for a minimum of one year)

DMV REQUIREMENT:

Starting January 2, 2019 if you are:

Applying for a CDL for the first time;
Transferring a CDL from out-of-state; or
Removing or adding restrictions or endorsements
You are required to obtain a REAL ID. Information regarding documentation required for a REAL ID can be found at:

https://online.dmv.alaska.gov/REALIdChecklist

DMV LICENSE / ENDORSEMENT FEES

  • DMV – CDL Permit Fee $15 (paid to the State of Alaska)
  • DMV – CDL License Fee $120 (paid to State of Alaska)

CURRICULUM

  • CDL A Permit Prep
  • ELDT Theory
  • ELDT Behind the Wheel
  • Knowledge and practical application necessary to pass a Class A road exam.

CERTIFICATE OR CERTIFICATES

Graduates who successfully complete the course have the opportunity to earn the following certifications or certificates.

  • Entry Level Driver Training Certification
  • NIT Certificate of Completion
  • OSHA Forklift Safety
  • State of Alaska Commercial Driver’s License

COURSE COST:

$11,500

It is the applicant’s responsibility to secure funding or provide payment for tuition and any training related costs. Additional costs not included in this price are, but not limited to: drug test and physicals, transportation, room and board, child care, etc.