Heavy and Tractor-Trailer Truck Driver job outlook
According to JobsEQ, Heavy and Tractor-Trailer Truck Driver job opportunities will rise 2.4% over the next 5 years. Experts predict around 67,734 annual job openings, bumping employment from 1,971,059 Heavy and Tractor-Trailer Truck Drivers in 2020 up to 2,038,793 by 2025. This growth means job opportunities for Heavy and Tractor-Trailer Truck Drivers are plentiful in the next five years.
***Source: JobsEQ, Data as of 2020Q1, The shaded areas of the graph represent national recessions.
Hybrid CDL Program Overview
Our hybrid CDL Program offers the opportunity to complete your Critical Theory (80 Credit Hours) portion of the training online. Doing so provides you with more flexibility in your scheduling for the Behind the Wheel (BTW) training (80 Credit Hours).
Critical Theory Hybrid CDL Courses
- Orientation
- Control Systems/Dashboard
- Pre- and Post-Trip Inspections
- Basic Control
- Shifting/Operating Transmissions
- Backing and Docking
- Coupling and Uncoupling (Class A CDL only)
- 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
Critical Theory Program Overview
Our CDL Program offers the opportunity to complete your Critical Theory (80 Credit Hours) portion of the training on campus or via live stream with our trained instructors. This course is for 2 weeks of training M-F from 9AM CST-2PM CST
Critical Theory CDL Courses
- Orientation
- Control Systems/Dashboard
- Pre- and Post-Trip Inspections
- Basic Control
- Shifting/Operating Transmissions
- Backing and Docking
- Coupling and Uncoupling (Class A CDL only)
- 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
Behind the Wheel (BTW) Program Overview
Our CDL Program offers the opportunity to complete your BTW(80 Credit Hours min) portion of the training on campus with our trained instructors. This course is for 3 weeks of training M-F from 9AM CST-2PM CST or 5PM-10PM; Sat & Sun from 8AM-1PM
Behind the Wheel Course
- Control Systems/Dashboard
- Pre- and Post-Trip Inspections of Tractor and Trailer
- Basic Control of Equipment
- Shifting/Operating Manual Transmissions
- Backing and Docking Warehouse/TruckStops
- Coupling and Uncoupling (Class A CDL only)
- Visual Search
- Multi Lane Usage
- Communication
- Distracted Driving
- Speed Management
- Space Management
- Night Operation (All Students must complete 2 hours of night driving)
- Hazard Perception
- Skid Control/Recovery, Jackknifing, and Other Emergencies
- Railroad-Highway Grade Crossings
- Load Securement
- Scaling & Weight Distribution
- Identification and Diagnosis of Malfunctions
- Roadside Inspections
- Maintenance
Each week will conclude with an assessment of the material went over in class and BTW. At the end of the class term you will have a final overall exam, written and BTW. You must have a passing grade avg of 80% in order to graduate. Tutoring is provided.
Start your commercial driving career today!
Commercial Drivers average salary of $ $ 69,480 according to US Bureau of Labor and Statistics Owner operators average $199,000 a year per truck!
Enroll TodaySchedule Campus Tour
- Intro to Trucking 100 $299
Trucking 101 4 hour 1 on 1 session to start your trucking career or business.
- Pre-Trip and In Cab Bootcamp 130 $299
3 Hour session that goes over the parts of the trucks thoroughly including all functions, and inspections required to be a safe driver on the roadways.
- Critical Theory Hybrid 101 $1500
Must be paid 1 week before start date. Must complete min 80 hours and a passing grade average of 80 to graduate. This course is online only and self paced . All classes are on www.eliteblakboard.com .
- Critical Theory Livestream 102 $1700
Must be paid 1 week before start date. Must complete min 80 hours and a passing grade average of 80 to graduate. This course is online only and live streamed . All classes are on www.eliteblakboard.com through Microsoft Teams or Zoom. Classes are M-F from 9AM-2PM or 5PM-10PM.
- Critical Theory 103 $2000
Must be paid 1 week before start date. Must complete min 80 hours and a passing grade average of 80 to graduate. This course is on campus. M-F from 9AM-2PM or 5PM-10PM.
- Behind the Wheel 102 $3000
Must be paid 1 week before start date. Must complete min 80 hours and a passing grade average of 80 to graduate. This course is on campus. M-F from 9AM-2PM or 5PM-10PM. Sat & Sun from 8AM-1PM
- Commercial Driver Training 201 $4000*
215 Hours Class A CDL Tuition* $ 4000.00 (Does not include fees) Must complete min 80 hours and a passing grade average of 80 to graduate. This course is 5 weeks on campus. M-F from 8AM-4PM or 5PM-10PM. Sat & Sun from 8AM-1PM
- Owner Operator Certification $2500
Must be paid 1 week before start date. Must complete min 160 hours to graduate.
- Trucking Company Management $2500
Must be paid 1 week before start date. Must complete min 160 hours to graduate.
- Logistics Master Certification $10500
Must complete min 640 hours to graduate. This course is for 2.5 semesters (24 weeks)