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CDL Training: Class B

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CDL Training Program Details

The CDL Training: Class B driver training curriculum meets FMCSA Entry Level Driver Training (ELDT) Theory and Behind-the-Wheel requirements and prepares students for the required knowledge and skills tests to obtain a Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) Class B. Topics covered include Basic Operation, Safe Operating Procedures, Advanced Operating Procedures, Vehicle Systems and Reporting Malfunctions, and Non-Driving Activities.

*South Texas Vocational Technical Institute does not guarantee third-party licensure. Licensure requirements for taking and passing licensure examinations are not controlled by South Texas Vocational Technical Institute but by outside agencies and are subject to change by the agencies without notice to South Texas Vocational Technical Institute. Therefore, South Texas Vocational Technical Institute cannot guarantee that graduates will be eligible to take licensure examinations, regardless of their eligibility status upon enrollment.

What’s Covered
Along with classroom education, students at STVT will get the opportunity to participate in hands-on training to strengthen their skills.
  • Defensive Driving
  • General Maintenance Procedures
  • Accident Prevention
  • Relevant Safety Regulations

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Program Requirements

Commercial Truck Driving is regulated by both the U.S Department of Transportation and the state. 

  • Valid driver’s license
  • Driving record meeting enrollment criteria
  • HS Diploma, GED, or acceptable equivalent
  • Be at least 18 years of age**

Fuel Your Future: CDL Tuition Assistance

 

Don’t let finances get in the way of getting your career on the road. Let our team talk you through the options to find you a path forward that fits your financial situation. 

Options May Include: 

  • Workforce Agency Funding

Workforce agencies can connect students with various funding options and services, including state and federal tuition assistance through grants and programs.

  • Veterans Funding

Veterans or eligible beneficiaries may qualify to use the GI Bill® at STVT. Many Veterans can qualify for more than one education benefits program. Available programs include Post 911 GI Bill (Chapter 33), Montgomery GI Bill (Chapter 30), Survivor and Dependents Educational Assistance Program (DEA/Chapter 35), Chapter 1606 (Montgomery GI Bill-Selected Reserve) and Iraq and Afghanistan Service Grants (Awarded to eligible students who had a parent or guardian that died as a result of military service in Iraq or Afghanistan after September 11, 2001). Veterans can contact the Financial Aid Office at their school location for more information or apply online at https://www.va.gov/education/how-to-apply/.

GI Bill® is a registered trademark of the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA). More information about education benefits offered by VA is available at the official U.S. government Web site at https://www.benefits.va.gov/gibill.

  • Scholarships

Opportunities for tuition assistance  may be available to students meeting certain criteria in the form of scholarships. To see what scholarships are currently being offered for our school, please visit https://www.stvt.edu/consumer-information/.

  • Vocational Rehabilitation Programs

A student with a physical or mental disability which may be a handicap to employment may be eligible for training services provided through the state government agency for Vocational Rehabilitation.  Students desiring further information should contact the admissions office or call Vocational Rehabilitation directly.

  • Cash Payments

Students with available funds can choose to pay for their training directly. 

 

These options will vary by state and by campus, so reach out today.

*It takes fewer than 300 hours to complete this program, therefore, CDL Training is not eligible for Title IV funding.

 

Ready To Enroll?

Start at STVT to begin the skills-based career training you’ve been dreaming of. Our flexible scheduling and affordable options make it a great place for you to pursue your diploma in Commercial Driving. Talk to an admissions representative today.