Commercial Driving
COMMERCIAL DRIVING PROGRAM
The HCCTC CDL program meets all the ELDT requirements of the Federal Motor Carriers Association.
Theory
80% grade is required to certify theory hours.
DELIVER in HYBRID Online & In Class
Basic Operations
Orientation
Control Systems/Dashboard
Pre/Post Trip Inspections
Basic Controls
Shifting/Operating Transmissions
Backing and Docking
Safe Operating Procedures
Visual Search
Communication
Distracted Driving
Speed Management
Space Management
Night Operation
Extreme Driving Conditions
Advanced Operating Practices
Hazard Perception
Skid Control/Recovery/Jackknifing and other emergencies
Vehicle Systems and Reporting Malfunctions
Identification and Diagnosis of Malfunctions
Roadside Inspections
Maintenance
Non-Driving Activities
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) Range
Must be Proficient in skills to be certified. Clock hours will be calculated based on 60 minutes of instruction.
Vehicle Inspection and Pre-Trip/Enroute/Post-Trip
Straight Line Backing
AlleyDock Backing (45/90 degree)
Off-Set Backing
Parallel Parking Blind Side
Parallel Parking Sight Side
Coupling and Uncoupling
Behind the Wheel (BTW) - Public Road
Must be proficient in skills to be certified.
*May be asked to demonstrate proficiency in knowledge not performance.
Vehicle Controls
Shifting / Transmission
Communications /Signaling
Visual Search
Speed and Space Management
Safe Driver Behavior
Hours of Service (HOS) Requirements
*Hazard Perception
*Railroad (RR) – Highway Grade Crossing
*Night Operations
*Extreme Driving Conditions
*Skid Control / Recovery, Jackknifing and other Emergencies.
FULL COMMERCIAL CLASS A DRIVING PROGRAM
Registration Fee $ 50.00
Tuition/Instructional Costs $5000.00
CDL Testing $ 320.00
Textbooks $ 30.00
Total Tuition and Fees: $ 5400.00
Additional Required Items – at the cost of the student
PA Child Abuse Clearance
Valid PA Driver’s License
Boots / Gloves
Cost of DMV Permit and DOT Medical Examiners Card
CDL CUSTOM COURSE OFFERINGS
Theory Course Only -
20 Hours
(Must Achieve an 80% overall Score for certification)
DMV Permit will be the responsibility of the student.
Registration $50.00
Online Course $150.00
Tuition $300.00
Theory Only $500.00
Behind the Wheel (BTW) Range and Public Road Only - 140 Hours
Registration $ 50.00
Tuition $ 4,500.00
Testing $ 320.00
BTW Only $4870.00
Class A Upgrade BTW - 80 hours
(Students with previous experience)
MUST COMPLETE TEST OUT WITH INSTRUCTOR TO BE ELIGIBLE
$50/hours if additional hours are requested
Registration $ 50.00
Tuition $2580.00
Online Theory $ 150.00
Testing $ 320.00
Class A Upgrade $3080.00
Hazardous Materials Endorsement Training
(Must Achieve an 80% overall Score for certification)
DMV exam will be the responsibility of the student.
Registration $ 50.00
Book $ 30.00
Tuition $320.00
HazMat Only $400
Online HAZMAT Option - No Books – Online Modules Only - $200
ForkLift Certification
(Class 5 Add On Certification)
Forklift Add on $50