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Commercial Driver’s License at National Truck Driving School

Commercial Driver’s License

at National Truck Driving School

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The National Driving School offers a program that prepares students to obtain a Commercial Driver’s License, which Is usually required prior to obtaining employment as a truck driver. This course is comprised of approximately 115 hours of behind-the-wheel training, plus an additional 45 hours of classroom training. This training has been carefully designed to provide the student with the knowledge and skills necessary to obtain a Commercial Driver’s License, qualifying them for employment as either a truck driver or as an owner-operator. 

The objective is to prepare students with knowledge and skills for an abundance of entry-level jobs in the trucking industry. Defensive driving techniques necessary to develop the skills level required to pass the commercial Driver's License examination are taught. Emphasis is placed on safety and a thorough understanding of Federal Motor Carrier Safety Rules and regulations in the operation of heavy-duty tractor/trailer equipment.

Leads to

$49.9k careers

Costs

$2.8k

Takes

2 Months
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Example Career

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.

Transportation, Distribution, & Logistics
Realistic
Conventional

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Hourly Wage

$35,300

$49,920

$75,220

$16.97

$24

$36.16

Admissions

   Driver's license

There are no additional requirements outside of possessing a driver's license.

Who do I Contact?

198 Marina Blvd
San Leandro, CA 94577

Quick Facts

Location:  San Leandro, CA

Type:  Short-term training 0-6 months

Format:  In-Person

Hours:  Full-time

Age:  18 and up

Requirements:  Driver's license