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Commercial Vehicle Driving
Commercial Vehicle Driving
at Indian River State College
Central Florida Catalog
This program prepares a student for entry-level employment as a truck driver. Students receive instruction regarding how to safely operate a commercial vehicle and which federal rules and regulations apply to their work. They receive one-on-one driver training instruction, and the preparation needed to acquire the class "A" CDL license.
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Heavy and Tractor-Trailer Truck Drivers
Drive a tractor-trailer combination or a truck with a capacity of at least 26,001 pounds Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW). May be required to unload truck. Requires commercial drivers' license. Includes tow truck drivers.
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- Admission Requirements: Must be 21 yrs old to drive inter-state, possess valid driver license, pass Dept of Transportation physical and drug screen All applicants for a Commercial Driver License are required to have an Operator’s License, pass the vision requirements, and pass knowledge and skills tests. Applicants must be at least 18 years of age. If they are under 21, they will be restricted to intrastate operation only.