About
PROJECTED START DATE: Summer 2025
The Truck Driving Program prepares individuals to build skills in safety practices, operation, vehicle maintenance, and non-vehicle activities associated with commercial vehicle driving. The program is structured to emulate, as closely as possible, the normal day to day accountabilities of an over the road commercial vehicle driver. The Class A CDL (Tractor/Trailer) is the primary area of emphasis within the program.
This program is designed to provide the classroom theory work/activities, behind the wheel range, and behind the wheel road driving necessary to develop the skills necessary for initial employment as a commercial vehicle driver. Students learn to drive defensively and to abide by all local, state, and federal regulations. The information prepares the student to pass the theory and skills portion of the commercial driver’s license (CDL) Class A, Class B and Class B (S and P) examinations, and (H) endorsement for HAZMAT.
Overview
| Information | Detail |
|---|---|
| Time Commitment | Full Time |
| Typical Program Length | 2 Months |
| Clock Hours | 222 |
| Class Type | Day |
| Credentials | Certificate |
| Total Tuition/Fees | |
| Textbook/Supplies Cost |
Program Credentials
Requirements: The following criteria must be completed before you are given a start date, with the exception of the DMV check and drug test which you will be required to obtain 30 days before you start the class (at a designated health care facility). You must pass the drug test and DMV check. If you do not pass the drug test and DMV check you will not be able to attend the class. You must also obtain the CDL Permit prior to class.
Step 1: Must be 18 years of age & a U.S. Citizen
Step 2: Must have a valid driver’s License
Step 3: Obtain DOT physical (Certified Medical Exam).
Step 4: Must obtain DOT Learner Permit
Step 5: Complete TCAT at Clarksville's online application at https://tcatdickson.edu/future-students/admissions (application available mid-March 2025).
Step 6: Apply for financial aid at https://fafsa.ed.gov
Step 7: Submit copies of DOT physical (Certified Medical Exam), DOT Learners Permit, and Tennessee driver license. At this time, you will obtain a start date. *Submit documents within 30 days of class start date: (If not submitted a week before class starts you will lose your start date.)
Step 8: Student will provide Student Services with the following documents:
A. Copy of your Ten Year Motor Vehicle Report. You can get your MVR by visiting https://www.tn.gov/safety/driver-services/mvr.html or by going to the Clarksville Driver Service Center at 220 West Dunbar Cave Road, Clarksville, TN 37040.
B. Complete a drug screen (location to be determined. A random drug test may be a possibility at any time during your enrollment.
Both the MVR and drug screen must be submitted by the deadline. Any delay in the Admissions process listed above WILL DELAY ENROLLMENT.
Campus Locations
135 International Blvd
Clarksville, TN 37040
Instructors
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