Professional Truck Driving Program

This 5-week course prepares students for driving over-the-road Class A tractor/trailer combination vehicles and consists of theory and behind-the-wheel instruction. Topics covered include, but are not limited to, basic vehicle operation: safe operating procedures; vehicle systems; vehicle inspection; backing; and vehicle controls.

Accelerated options may be available for individuals with Class A driving experience or those upgrading from a Class B to a Class A. Please call 605-718-2410 or choose "Experienced Driver Training-Class A" on the registration form. An assessment is required prior to registering for the accelerated training. Permit (CLP) is required prior to doing assessment and prior to registering. Assessments are scheduled for the 1st and 3rd Fridays each month. Contact the Corporate Education Center for more details and scheduling.

2024-2025 Schedule  

• Class A - January 13, 2025
• Class A - March 3, 2025
• Class A - April 14, 2025 

- Classes are held Monday - Friday from 7:30 am - 4:00pm. Scheduled to last approximately 5 weeks.

Class A Cost

Class A: $4,500 - Includes tuition, fees, drug screening, training materials, and the driving test. A student can also expect to incur approximately $136 in other costs: DOT physical, written test (permit), and license. Enrollment is limited in this program and is on a first-come, first-served basis. Class A CLP is required prior to registration.

Experienced Driver Training - Class A

Call the Corporate Education Center (605-718-2410) for details on accelerated Class A training and training costs.

A Class A CLP and Assessment is REQUIRED prior to starting the accelerated Class A training. Assessments are scheduled for the 1st and 3rd Fridays each month. Must have some Class A driving experience or have prior or current Class B or above CDL license.

We also have a special Experienced Driver package for businesses. Call the Corporate Education Center (605-718-2410) for details and training costs.

The one-week Automatic transmission course prepares drivers to safely and effectively operate an automatic Class B vehicle. Course consists of both theory and behind-the-wheel instruction.
Manual Class B training is also available. This is a two-week course that prepares drivers to safely and effectively operate a manual Class B vehicle and consists of both theory and behind-the-wheel instruction. Contact the Corporate Education Center for more information.

Class B Trainings - please contact the Corporate Education Center for details (605-718-2410)

Classes are held Monday - Friday from 8:00am - 4:00pm

Class B Costs

Class B Manual: $2,200 - includes tuition, fees, drug screening, training materials, and the driving test. A student can also expect to incur approximately $136 in other costs: DOT physical (if needed by employer), written test (permit), and license. Enrollment is limited in this program and is on a first-come, first-served basis. Class B CLP required prior to registration.
Class B Automatic: $1,500 - includes tuition, fees, training materials and the driving test. A student can also expect to incur approximately $136 in other costs: DOT physical (if needed by employer), written test (permit) and license. Enrollment is limited in this program and is on a first-come, first-served basis. Class B CLP required prior to registration.

We now offer school bus training! Our options for school bus training include:

1. Restricted Class B + School Bus Endorsement (1 week class). Training and testing for this class is all completed in the school bus. Our bus is an automatic with air brakes, so individuals choosing this training option will have an automatic restriction on their license. The cost is $2,000. Individuals are required to obtain their Class B permit with School Bus endorsement (with no air brakes restriction) prior to registration. Training dates scheduled as needed.
2. School Bus Endorsement (2-day class). This class is for individuals with a current Class A or B CDL who wish to add the school bus endorsement. The cost is $800. Relevant CLP with School Bus endorsement (with no air brakes restriction) required at registration. Training dates scheduled as needed.

All school bus classes prepare drivers to safely and effectively operate a school bus and consist of both theory and behind-the-wheel instruction. Training is compliant with ELDT (Entry-Level Driver Training) requirements. Day classes are held Monday - Friday from 7:30 am - 4:00 pm.

*Passenger endorsement training also available. Please call 605-718-2410 for details.

Please call the Corporate Education Office at 605-718-2410 to inquire about schedules specific to your school bus or passenger endorsement needs.