CDL-A Semi-Tractor Trailer Driver Training Basic 160

Overview

Approved By LWIA: 2
Last Re-Certification Date: 7/17/2024
Next Re-Certification Date: 7/23/2026

Program Description

Students will study, train and obtain their Commercial Driver's License (CDL-A). While in classroom study students will receive a physical, drug/alchohol test and preparation to successfully receive their CDL-Commercial Driver's License permit. While working in the yard students will learn the necessary pre-trip and how to handle a truck including backing up. On the road students will get real experience; dealing with traffic, changing lanes, backing up in tight spots and making turns. With successful completion of the program students will have a valid Illinois Commercial Drivers License and will receive help and information for job placement in their new profession. Schedule options include full time days: 8 hrs day for 4 weeks; or part time evenings: 4 hrs evening for 8 weeks.

Established in 2006

CIP: 49-0205 Truck and Bus Driver/Commercial Vehicle Operator and Instructor.

Training Program Type

Vocational

Provider Information

Eagle Training Services Inc. - Harper Branch

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Program Contact Info

1095 Pingree Road, Suite 216/217
Crystal Lake, IL 60014
(847) 925-6930
Harper Northeast Center
1375 South Wolf Road
Prospect Heights, IL 60070
(847) 925-6930

Associated Job Families and Occupations

Certifying / Licensing / Registering Body

IL Commercial Driver's License (CDL)

Quality Assurance

  • North Central Association
  • Illinois Community College Board
  • Illinois State Board of Education
  • Secretary of State - Illinois
  • Industry Standard: Illinois Occupational Skill Standards - Entry-Level Truck Driver

Education Information

License

4 Weeks ( 160.00 Hours / 0.00 Credit Hours )

Tuition$5,000.00
Other Expenses(Materials, Supplies, Tools, Uniforms, etc)$50.00
Total Cost$5,050.00

Financial Aid

Application Procedure

Students should get a copy of their Motor Vehicle Report(MVR)from the state before applying for program. Students with drug/alcohol issues, recent felony and/or a history of driving violations may not be eligible to enroll. A pre-enrollment interview will be conducted. Included in cost of tuition is a $95.00 DOT pre-employment physical / NCDA 5-panel drug screen.

Entry Requirements:

  • Physical Exam
  • Reading - 7th grade level
  • Language - 7th grade level
  • Writing - 7th grade level
  • Other - clean driving record

Nondiscrimination, Equal Opportunity, and Disability Provisions Compliance Assurance

  • EEO Compliant: Yes
  • Disability Accomodation: Yes

Program Offerings

  • Full-Time Enrollment
  • Part-Time Enrollment
  • Classroom Instruction
  • Day Classes

Performance Data

Program: CDL-A Semi-Tractor Trailer Driver Training Basic 160

Overview

Approved By LWIA: 2
Last Re-Certification Date: 7/17/2024
Next Re-Certification Date: 7/23/2026

Program Description

Students will study, train and obtain their Commercial Driver's License (CDL-A). While in classroom study students will receive a physical, drug/alchohol test and preparation to successfully receive their CDL-Commercial Driver's License permit. While working in the yard students will learn the necessary pre-trip and how to handle a truck including backing up. On the road students will get real experience; dealing with traffic, changing lanes, backing up in tight spots and making turns. With successful completion of the program students will have a valid Illinois Commercial Drivers License and will receive help and information for job placement in their new profession. Schedule options include full time days: 8 hrs day for 4 weeks; or part time evenings: 4 hrs evening for 8 weeks.

Established in 2006

CIP: 49-0205 Truck and Bus Driver/Commercial Vehicle Operator and Instructor.

Provider Information

Eagle Training Services Inc. - Harper Branch

View WIOA-approved programs

Visit provider website

Program Contact Info

1095 Pingree Road, Suite 216/217
Crystal Lake, IL 60014
(847) 925-6930
Harper Northeast Center
1375 South Wolf Road
Prospect Heights, IL 60070
(847) 925-6930

Associated Job Families and Occupations

Certifying / Licensing / Registering Body

IL Commercial Driver's License (CDL)

Quality Assurance

  • North Central Association
  • Illinois Community College Board
  • Illinois State Board of Education
  • Secretary of State - Illinois
  • Industry Standard: Illinois Occupational Skill Standards - Entry-Level Truck Driver

Education Information

License

4 Weeks ( 160.00 Hours / 0.00 Credit Hours )

Tuition$5,000.00
Other Expenses(Materials, Supplies, Tools, Uniforms, etc)$50.00
Total Cost$5,050.00

Financial Aid

Application Procedure

Students should get a copy of their Motor Vehicle Report(MVR)from the state before applying for program. Students with drug/alcohol issues, recent felony and/or a history of driving violations may not be eligible to enroll. A pre-enrollment interview will be conducted. Included in cost of tuition is a $95.00 DOT pre-employment physical / NCDA 5-panel drug screen.

Entry Requirements:

  • Physical Exam
  • Reading - 7th grade level
  • Language - 7th grade level
  • Writing - 7th grade level
  • Other - clean driving record

Nondiscrimination, Equal Opportunity, and Disability Provisions Compliance Assurance

  • EEO Compliant: Yes
  • Disability Accomodation: Yes

Program Offerings

  • Full-Time Enrollment
  • Part-Time Enrollment
  • Classroom Instruction
  • Day Classes