Commercial driver training teaches prospective students the basic knowledge and skills needed to obtain a class A, B, or C commercial driver's license. This includes learning the rules of the road, driver requirements and procedures, state and federal requirements of commercial drivers, and other information needed to pass the written portion of the CDL examination.
Career Opportunities |
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Annual Salary |
The commercial driver training program prepares students for careers as long or short haul commercial operators. Students who complete the certificate program can anticipate exciting careers as any of the following:
- Tractor Trailer Operator
- Production Truck Driver
- Over the Road Driver
- Line Haul Driver
- Log Truck Driver
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Arkansas Median Salary: $37,930
National Median Salary: $42,480
10 Year Projected Employment Demand: 10% Increase
*Bureau of Labor Statistics accessed through https://www.onetonline.org/link/summary/53-3032.00
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EACC Mission: We provide affordable, accessible learning opportunities to promote student success and strengthen our community.
EACC's Commercial Driver Training Program is approved by the Arkansas State Police as a third-party test site.
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Program Credential |
Credits to Credential |
Program Documents |
Program Cost |
Certificate of Proficiency in Commercial Driver Training |
7 |
CP CDT Program of Study |
$2,803.00*
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* Approximate cost of program for in-county residents.
Discipline |
Outcome |
Commercial Driver Training Objective 1 |
Students will be eligible to sit for the Commercial Driver Licensure test in the State of Arkansas. |
Commercial Driver Training Objective 2 |
Students will effectively communicate on topics related to commercial truck driving. |
Commercial Driver Training Objective 3 |
Students will demonstrate critical thinking skills by maintaining a safe working environment. |
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Interested in Learning More? Contact one of our Admission Staff at the Hodges Student Services Complex, at (870)-633-4480 Ext. 335. |
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