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Heavy Equipment Operations - Program Admission

Program admission

Most programs require you to be at least 18 years old to enter a commercial driving program. In addition, you must be at least 21 years old to be certified as a commercial truck or bus driver. Students should see if they can meet state or national licensing and driving requirements before they enter a program. A background in driver training or automobile mechanics is helpful. All students must be able to read, write, and speak English well.

Additional requirements may include:

• High school diploma or GED
• State driver's license
• Clean driving record
• Medical exam
• Alcohol and drug screening
• Clean criminal record

Source: Illinois Career Information System (CIS) brought to you by Illinois Department of Employment Security.
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