Class A CDL Essentials

DRIVE509 ETPL
This course is rigorous and designed for students who need to get back to work ASAP and/or for students who learn quickly, are diligent, dedicated, and focused on his/her studies. This course is designed to meet the Entry-level Driver Training (ELDT) requirements set forth by the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) and Washington (WA) Department of Transportation (DOT). Students will be able to demonstrate proficiency of the essential skills necessary to safely operate a Class A commercial vehicle as well as demonstrate knowledge proficiency of the topics covered in the Classroom Theory Training. Classroom Theory Training (40hrs): Basic Operation Safe Operating Procedures Advanced Operation Practices Vehicle Systems and Reporting Malfunctions Non-Driving Activities (e.g., Hours of Service). Behind-the-Wheel Training (120hrs): 18hrs of street driving 16hrs of backing maneuvers 16hrs of proficiency development 70hrs of combined lab training, range training, and observation.

Financial information

Total tuition

$4,500.00

Total required fees

$100.00

Books and supplies

$0.00

Locations

Spokane Valley , Online

Instructional methods

Online, E-learning, or Distance Learning

Program details

4 Weeks

Length of training

Certificate

Award type

N/A

Credits

160

Clock Hours (Total)

Additional details

Award name

Certificate

Prerequisites

No Selection

Other prerequisites

Be 18 years of age or older. Have met the Department of Licensing's certified physical (DOT Medical Card), and drug test requirements (DOT Drug Test). Carry a valid driver's license from the state in which the student resides and have a Class A permit. Obtain a motor vehicle or valid driving record for the last three year period. Demonstrate a Level 4+ English language proficiency.

Program languages

English

Certification/license obtained as part of training program

Commercial Drivers License

Certification/license test preparation provided

Commercial Driver State Exam

Employment performance results

Program type

Truck and Bus Driver/Commercial Vehicle Operator and Instructor

Completion rate

96%

Employment rate

79%

Typical (median) hourly earnings

$27.69

Typical (median) annual earnings

$55,199.00

Top industries for graduates

Program type

Truck and Bus Driver/Commercial Vehicle Operator and Instructor

Wholesale Trade

22%

Transportation and Warehousing

22%

Construction

20%

Manufacturing

9%

Administrative Support

8%

Student characteristics

Enrollment
Number of students completing the program
481
Completion rate
96%
Average number of students who completed each year
241
Gender
Male
95%
Female
5%
Race
American Indian or Alaska Native
1%
Asian
3%
Black or African American
4%
Hispanic
5%
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
0%
White
83%
Multi-racial
1%
Other
3%
Age
Under 20
4%
20 to 29
33%
30 to 39
31%
40 to 49
19%
50 and over
13%
Prior education
No high school diploma/GED
3%
High school diploma/GED, but no college experience
55%
Some college experience, but no degree
16%
Certificate or AA
17%
BA or higher
9%