Truck Driver Training Program, CDL-A 8-week option
Overview
Approved By LWIA: 22
Last Re-Certification Date: 6/26/2025
Program Description
With a focus on safety, students will gain the credentials needed to operate within the high demand field of Commercial Motor Vehicle driving. Training on pre-trip inspections, slow maneuvering, handling of hazardous materials, route verification, electronic logging, inventory control and load securement will allow students to gain a broad knowledge of industry standards and requirements.
Established in 2014
CIP: 49-0205 Truck and Bus Driver/Commercial Vehicle Operator and Instructor.
Training Program Type
Vocational
Provider Information
Lewis and Clark Community College
Program Contact Info
5500 Godfrey Road
Godfrey, IL 62035
Godfrey, IL 62035
(618) 468-5500
Associated Job Families and Occupations
- Transportation and Material Moving Occupations
Certifying / Licensing / Registering Body
IL Department of Motor Vehicles
Quality Assurance
- North Central Association
- Illinois Community College Board
- Industry Standard: IL Trucking Association, American Trucking Association
Education Information
Industry Recognized Certification
8 Weeks ( 300.00 Hours / 18.00 Credit Hours )
| Tuition | $2,516.00 |
| Books | $60.00 |
| Fees | $540.00 |
| Tests | $50.00 |
| Other Expenses(Materials, Supplies, Tools, Uniforms, etc) | $105.00 |
| Total Cost | $3,271.00 |
Financial Aid
- VA and State of IL Education Benefits
Application Procedure
Must fill out Admissions Information Form Must provide proof of HS Diploma/High School Equivalency(HSE) Must complete the College Placement Test, if required Complete the general application on the L&C website and contact the L&C Enrollment Center at 618.468.2222. Valid driver's license. 18 years of age or older. Pass criminal background check. Pass IL DMV driving history check.
Entry Requirements:
- Drug/Alcohol Screening
- Physical Exam
- Language - College Placement Test
- Writing - College Placement Test
Nondiscrimination, Equal Opportunity, and Disability Provisions Compliance Assurance
- EEO Compliant: Yes
- Disability Accomodation: Yes
Program Offerings
- Full-Time Enrollment
- Classroom Instruction
- Labs
- Day Classes
Performance Data
Program: Truck Driver Training Program, CDL-A 8-week option
Overview
Approved By LWIA: 22
Last Re-Certification Date: 6/26/2025
Program Description
With a focus on safety, students will gain the credentials needed to operate within the high demand field of Commercial Motor Vehicle driving. Training on pre-trip inspections, slow maneuvering, handling of hazardous materials, route verification, electronic logging, inventory control and load securement will allow students to gain a broad knowledge of industry standards and requirements.
Established in 2014
CIP: 49-0205 Truck and Bus Driver/Commercial Vehicle Operator and Instructor.
Provider Information
Lewis and Clark Community College
Program Contact Info
5500 Godfrey Road
Godfrey, IL 62035
Godfrey, IL 62035
(618) 468-5500
Associated Job Families and Occupations
- Transportation and Material Moving Occupations
Certifying / Licensing / Registering Body
IL Department of Motor Vehicles
Quality Assurance
- North Central Association
- Illinois Community College Board
- Industry Standard: IL Trucking Association, American Trucking Association
Education Information
Industry Recognized Certification
8 Weeks ( 300.00 Hours / 18.00 Credit Hours )
| Tuition | $2,516.00 |
| Books | $60.00 |
| Fees | $540.00 |
| Tests | $50.00 |
| Other Expenses(Materials, Supplies, Tools, Uniforms, etc) | $105.00 |
| Total Cost | $3,271.00 |
Financial Aid
- VA and State of IL Education Benefits
Application Procedure
Must fill out Admissions Information Form Must provide proof of HS Diploma/High School Equivalency(HSE) Must complete the College Placement Test, if required Complete the general application on the L&C website and contact the L&C Enrollment Center at 618.468.2222. Valid driver's license. 18 years of age or older. Pass criminal background check. Pass IL DMV driving history check.
Entry Requirements:
- Drug/Alcohol Screening
- Physical Exam
- Language - College Placement Test
- Writing - College Placement Test
Nondiscrimination, Equal Opportunity, and Disability Provisions Compliance Assurance
- EEO Compliant: Yes
- Disability Accomodation: Yes
Program Offerings
- Full-Time Enrollment
- Classroom Instruction
- Labs
- Day Classes