Credential(s) Offered
Industry certification, Government license, Employment
Method of Delivery
Hybrid or blended
When offered
Daytime Hours, Evening Hours, Weekends, Other
Instructional Program (CIP)
Description
COURSE OVERVIEW: Acquiring a greater understanding for laws and regulations applicable to the trucking industry, understanding vehicle equipment, and achieve the ability to operate the basic necessary functions of applicable commercial motor vehicles.
COURSE OBJECTIVES AND OUTLINE*: By the end of the course the student will have a greater understanding of:
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Control Systems/Dashboard -
Pre- and Post-Trip Inspections -
Basic Control -
Shifting/Operating Transmissions -
Backing and Docking -
Coupling & Uncoupling -
Visual Search -
Communication -
Distracted Driving -
Speed Management -
Space Management -
Night Operation -
Extreme Driving Conditions -
Hazard Perception -
Skid Control/Recovery, Jackknifing, and Other Emergencies -
Railroad-Highway Grade Crossings -
Identification and Diagnosis of Malfunctions -
Roadside Inspections -
Maintenance -
Handling and Documenting Cargo -
Environmental Compliance Issues -
Hours of Service Requirements -
Fatigue and Wellness Awareness -
Post-Crash Procedures -
External Communications -
Whistleblower/Coercion -
Trip Planning -
Drugs/Alcohol -
Medical Requirements -
Review and Final Exam -
Behind the Wheel Range -
Behind the Wheel Public -
Special Permits/Securement -
Tankers Endorsement
*Note: Course Outline may change as needed to meet specific applications on which the student/company agrees to purchase and shall be determined by the instructor/student/company. Course content shall not change, and if so, the student will be given prior notice. However, depending on the term and necessary content, the course lengths may change but the required information and the necessary scores to complete shall stay the same. Each course objective has a quiz other than #33, as it is informational only and not required by FMCSA.
INSTRUCTIONAL STRATEGIES: This course combines lectures, visual, and hands-on instruction. Instructional strategies include lecture, demonstration, discussion, practical application, simulation, presentations, and hands on learning.
GRADING REQUIREMENTS:
Shall be determined as Follows:
Quizzes: 80% Min. For each section of review.
Tests: 80% Min. For each Section of review.
Final Exam: 80% Min. For overall review in application in which student/company agreed to purchase.
Details
Program Length (Weeks)
2
Hours
56
Entrance Requirements
None
School
WIOA Approved Program
Yes
Training Location(s)
Varies depending on student location - mobile instruction
Local WIB
40 - REG-1 WIB 1-5
Name of Credential
CDL
Type of financial aid offered or have access to
None at this time - we have been pending on the Idaho LAUNCH program Provider Registry since August 2023.
Refund Policy
The registration fee of $50 is non-refundable. If the student is rejected for training by the school prior to the start of training, the student/employer will receive 100% of all monies paid beyond the non-refundable registration fee. Any refunds for other reasons are on a percentage basis. Please refer to our Student Handbook for our full return policy.
Is the proposed curriculum currently certified by an accrediting agency or similar national standardization program?
Yes - FMCSA
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
Testing/Exam Fees
$150.00 Driver testing fee - Third party tester used. This amount is already deducted out of the existing Range/Public fees.
In-State Tuition
$2,275.00 Online Class A Theory - $275.00 Class A Behind the Wheel Range/Public (aka driving instruction) - $2000.00
Registration Fee
$50.00 One-time fee
Total In-State Program Cost
$2,475.00
