The CDL Prep Program is designed to provide the student with the skills and competencies necessary to pass the Texas Department of Public Safety Commercial Driver’s License driving exam. Once the student is issued a CDL from the Texas DPS, he/she will be qualified to perform entry-level truck driving duties. Through hands-on experience the student will be able to safely operate a tractor-trailer. Students will also learn how to complete necessary paperwork required of truck drivers, as well as be educated on the regulations that govern the truck driving industry. After receiving a Class A driver’s license, the graduate will qualify for employment as a truck driver, driver, and tractor-trailer operator for private carriers, short haul trucking companies, and distributors.

The CDL Prep program offers a total of 80 hours of student instruction which includes, but is not limited to observations, behind the wheel and range driving. Note: Behind the wheel instruction is conducted with small groups of students per driving shift.

TTBO-300 Advanced Operating Practices: The student will learn advanced methods of operating a tractor and trailer, as well as road speed, space management, extreme driving conditions, hours of service, hazardous awareness and sliding 5th wheel and tandem axles.

Prerequisites: Learner’s Permit

Lecture/Lab Contact Hours: 0/75/0 Quarter Credit Hours: 4.0

TTBO-600 Human Trafficking: The student will learn basic information regarding human trafficking as well as current statistics. The student will learn facts about major types of human trafficking, be able to identify potential situations of trafficking and learn when and how to report suspected trafficking.

Prerequisites: None

Lecture/Lab Contact Hours: 5/0/0 Quarter Credit Hours: 0.5

Tuition and Fees:

Registration: $100.00  Tuition: $2,343.00 Examiner Fee: $500.00  Drug Test Fee: $48.99 License Fee: $100.00 MVR: $8.00 Total Cost: $3,099.00 (Subject to change)