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Driver Safety

Commercial Truck Driver Truck Driver Training, Permit A Certificate

This course provides the graduate with the basic knowledge and skills to pass the Commercial Driver's License, Permit A, knowledge and skills test, which includes pre-trip inspection, basic controls skills test, and road test. The purpose of the CDL is to certify basic skills in actually operating a commercial vehicle. Student is required to pass a Federal Department of Transportation physicl and NIDA drug screen. License fees are not included in the cost of the course. Students are subject to an extensive background and driving record check. For further information on how to register please call (281) 765-7750. Daytime classes begin twice monthly. Evening and weekend classes are also available. Student support specialists will help you complete registration information. 24.0 CEUs $1800

Driver Training, Permit B Certificate

This course provides the graduate with the basic knowledge and skills to pass the Commercial Driver's License, Permit B, knowledge and skills test, which includes prep-trip inspection, basic controls skills test, and road test. Student is required to pass a Federal Department of Transportation physical and NIDA drug screen. License fees are not included in the cost of the course. Students are subject to an extensive background and driving record check. For further information on how to register please call (281) 765-7750. Daytime, evening and weekend classes are available. Student support specialists will help you complete registration information. 6.0 CEUs $600

Trucking Skills: Progressive Shifting

This course will provide the student with hands-on training to master the skill of progressive shifting, shifting before reaching the maximum governed rotations per minute (rpm). This skill allows the driver to take the most advantage of the engine's power and saves fuel at the same time. Progressive shifting is a valuable skill for both commercial truck drivers and operators of private manual shift vehicles. 0.8 CEUs $65

Trucking Skills: Safety & Fatigue

This course is designed to provide the student with a basic understanding of a driver's work environment, principles involving driver safety and understanding, awareness and prevention of fatigue. 0.8 CEUs $65

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