Truck Driver Training

When are classes offered?
We offer our traditional CDL Class A courses 5 times per year.  They are typically offered in January, March, May, August and October. In addition to this, we sometimes offer CDL Class B and other type CDL courses at various times during the year.

Who do I contact to register for the class?
You will contact tdt@davidsondavie.edu or call 336.249.8186, ext. 6288.

What are the requirements for the class?
You will need to have your Class A permit, DOT Physical and payment when you register. You will then be sent for a DOT drug test.

Will I be able to drive using Davidson-Davie trucks or will I have to go to DMV?
You will be trained and tested at Davidson-Davie. Several of the instructors are certified third-party examiners with the NCDMV and are authorized to conduct your CDL tests. After successfully completing the course you will go to the DMV to have your license issued.

Will I be taught using a manual or automatic?
We train on both. You can elect to train and road test with an automatic or manual transmission.

Do you offer job placement?
We do not offer job placement, however, we do have different recruiters that come in and speak to the class at scheduled times.

Is the program covered by Financial Aid?
The program is not covered by financial aid. The Truck Driver Training program is approved for veterans’ educational benefits, but it does not meet the requirements for the federal Pell grant. Other agencies, such as WIOA and NC Works, support students entering this program. Check with external agencies for assistance or questions related to their requirements for financial assistance.

Can I use my VA benefits to pay for the class?
Yes, you may be able to use your VA benefits to pay for the class.

How old do I have to be to take the class?
You can take the class at 18 as long as you have passed the required test for the Class A permit. You will not be allowed to drive out of state until you are 21.

What are the hours for the class?
Our CDL Class A program is taught from 8 a.m.-5 p.m. Monday through Friday with a portion of those hours being online.

What is the refund policy? 
For questions regarding the Davidson-Davie refund policy, please visit www.davidsondavie.edu/refund-policy. Drug testing fees are non-refundable once a student is registered and sent for the drug screening test.

Are special accommodations provided for students in this program? 
Yes, the Office of Accessibility Services realizes that persons with a disability or medical condition may need services and/or accommodations to participate in academic programs at Davidson-Davie. If you need assistance or accommodations, please email accessibility@davidsondavie.edu.

Do you offer any weekend or evening classes?
We do not currently offer night/weekend classes.

The following admissions criteria for applicants must be completed prior to registering for the Truck Driver Training program.

1. The first step towards obtaining your CDL is to get your Class A Commercial Learner’s Permit (CLP). This will consist of three tests that you will take at the DMV, the General Knowledge test, Combination vehicle test and the Air brakes test. To do this, you will need to schedule an appointment at a local DMV. We recommend doing that well ahead of time because it sometimes takes several weeks to get an appointment. Most DMV’s do offer walk-ins, but it is best to call and check with them first or just stop by.
2. Provide valid DOT Physical Medical Examination Report form and Certificate as required by the Department of Transportation. These documents are provided by the medical examiner and must remain valid through completion of the program and performed by a federally approved doctor. To find a doctor in your area, go to http://nationalregistry.fmcsa.dot.gov.
3. Complete FMCSA Drug and Alcohol clearinghouse registration as this is a Federal regulation and you won’t be allowed to attend class if it is not completed. When you get to the 4th step it will ask you to enter the CTPA and that can be skipped. You will not enter anything in that space. It
   will tell you that you can’t proceed but you can skip and move on without entering it.
4. Once you have completed the above steps and submitted payment you will be sent for a DOT drug test. Upon successful results from the drug test you will be enrolled in the class.

Tuition: $180.00

Technology Fee: $5.00

Accident Insurance: $1.50

Drug Testing Fee: $57.50

Fuel Surcharge Fee: $500.00

Total Tuition and Fees: $744.00

Additional Expenses

Estimated Books and Supplies: $118.00

Estimated Total Expenses: $862.00
(Subject to change)

For questions contact TDT@davidsondavie.edu.

While Davidson-Davie has an open admissions policy, many employers require criminal background checks and will not hire convicted felons. Presence of a felony, DUI or DWI, hit and run, careless and reckless driving, or refusing to take a chemical test on your record may severely limit your employment opportunities in this field.