Download six-week accelerated Class A Commercial Driver`s License (CDL)

Semi Truck Driving Training Program
Class A CDL
Training Overview
The six-week semi truck driving training program is a self-paced, accelerated program
designed for working adults to train for a career that offers freedom, stability, and competitive
pay. You progress through the program as you master the content. You will develop skills in
backing, turning, and safe driving on both rural and suburban roads using a variety of training
techniques including web-based and classroom instruction, hands-on driving simulators,
and full-size semis.
Starting Wages and Career Opportunities
Truck drivers are in demand and the need for drivers is expected to increase over the next
several years. Iowa Workforce Development projects more than 1,400 openings each year for
truck drivers in Iowa through the year 2022. With training, a full-time truck driver can expect to
earn $27,000 - $40,000* the first year.
*Iowa Workforce Development
**Hawkeye Community College cannot guarantee employment or promotion.
Admission Requirements
Prior to starting, you must pass and pay for a Department of Transportation (DOT) physical and
pre-employment drug screening. You must also pass the General Knowledge, Air Brakes, and
Combination test at the Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) and obtain your Class A commercial
driver’s license (CDL) permit. If needed, the truck driving program staff will assist you in obtaining
a Class A CDL permit during the first week of class.
Cost
to workforce training.
The cost of the program is $3,000 and includes books. It does not include the cost of the DOT
physical ($80-$150), DMV tests, pre-employment drug screening ($50-$100), or the Class A CDL
permit ($12).
Financial Assistance
Financial assistance may be available to individuals who qualify through a number of resources
including: Iowa Workforce Development, AARP, Vocational Rehab, and veteran/military benefits.
This program is not eligible for Federal Student Aid.
Hawkeye Community College does
not discriminate on the basis of sex;
race; age; color; creed; national origin;
religion; disability; marital status; sexual
orientation; gender identity; genetic
information; political affiliation or belief
in its employment practices; educational
programs and activities; admission
procedures; outreach and recruitment;
counseling and guidance; testing;
selection, placement, appointment,
and referral; or promotion/retention.
Veteran status in educational programs,
activities, employment practices, or
admission procedures is also included
to the extent covered by law. Students,
prospective students, employees, or
applicants for employment alleging
a violation of equity regulations shall
have the right to file a formal complaint.
Inquiries concerning application of this
statement should be addressed to:
Equity Coordinator, Human Resource
Services, Hawkeye Community College,
1501 East Orange Road, P.O. Box
8015, Waterloo, Iowa 50704-8015,
telephone 319-296-4405.
Schedule
A new truck driving class begins every other Monday. Training is flexible, continuous, and
convenient to meet the needs of working adults. Choose one of the training times: Monday
through Sunday from 8:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. or Monday through Friday from 1:00 - 5:00 p.m.
or 5:00 - 9:00 p.m.
Location
Hawkeye’s Regional Transportation Training Center
6433 South Hammond Avenue, Waterloo, Iowa
For more information, contact:
Business and Community Education
319-296-4290
www.hawkeyecollege.edu/go/truck-driving