Orientation is mandatory prior to registering for the Class A CDL License course.
Train for Truck Driving with us!
The Craven CC Truck Driving Training School program provides graduates with an excellent foundation for a truck driving career. Our students are tested thoroughly on the road and through written exams to ensure that they possess the necessary skills and knowledge to successfully and safely operate commercial vehicles.
The Commercial Truck Driving program provides training to meet the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) standards of specialized training in the areas of driver qualification, hours of service, driver wellness, and whistleblower protection for entry-level drivers who are subject to the requirements (49 CFR Part 380).
The Commercial Truck Driving program provides the training for the North Carolina State Commercial Truck Driving License examination for new drivers.
All training instruction is provided at school facilities and in school provided equipment. See Commercial Driver License Program Descriptions for more information. Free practice tests are available at https://www.cdlcareernow.com/cdl-practice-tests.php.
Scholarship Opportunity
Careers in Gear is very excited to offer an annual scholarship up to $3500 to potential trucking students. Visit the CDL Scholarship Page. Eligibility requirements are fairly simple: fill out application, explain the financial need, explain why you want to be a truck driver and hit submit. Disclosure: One scholarship recipient will be selected annually nationwide.
Job Opportunity
The college provides support and help in placing graduates into industry employment. In addition, CDL Job Now and CDL Jobs.com has many truck driving positions available for both recent graduates and experienced drivers.
Careers in Gear offers over 2.7 million trucking jobs across the US. Search for your new job today.
Enrollment Requirements
- Be at least 18 years of age
- Have a valid North Carolina driver’s license
- Pass and obtain a US Department of Transportation (DOT) physical examination no more than 6 months prior to start of class
- Obtain a driving record not more than 3 months prior to the start of class. Any of the following violations within 4 years of finishing the class will prohibit entering the program:
- Driving while impaired(DWI)
- Careless and reckless driving
- Hit and run
- Refusal to take chemical test
- Pass a DOT drug screening test at a lab designated by the school.
Registration Deadline
All enrollment requirements must be presented in person. At that time, we will register you and expect full payment. DEADLINE to register is 1-week prior to start of class.
Orientation Sessions
A 4-hour orientation session will be held approximately 3-5 weeks prior to the start of each Class “A” course. This will ensure students have enough time to take care of all requirements needed to enter their respective program. Orientation classes are held at 5:30 pm in Ward Hall room 115.
Orientation is mandatory prior to registering for the Class A CDL License course.
Orientation Dates
*Match the orientation date to its adjacent class
Orientation Dates (Class “A” CDL License)
- July 6, 2021 (for Aug 2 class)
- September 21, 2021 (for Oct 11 class)
- November 2, 2021 (for Nov 30 class)
- December 7, 2021 (for Jan 3 class)
- February 1, 2022 (for Mar 14 class)
- April 19, 2022 (for May 23 class)
- April 19, 2022 (for Jun 1 class)
- June 28, 2022 (for Aug 1 class)
- September 13, 2022 (for Oct 10 class)
Class Dates (Class “A” CDL License)
- August 2-September 24, 2021
- October 11-December 7, 2021
- November 30, 2021-May 11, 2022
- January 3-February 25, 2021
- March 14-May 6, 2022
- May 23-July 18, 2022
- June 1-October 21, 2022
- August 1-September 23, 2022
- October 10-December 6, 2022
Class “A” CDL License Schedule
| COURSE ID | START/END DATE | DAY | TIME | LOCATION | FEE |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 61028 | Aug 2-Sep 24, 2021 | M-F | 8AM-5:30PM | NB Kelso 105 | $2000.00 |
| 61048 | Oct 11-Dec 7, 2021 | M-F | 8AM-5:30PM | NB Kelso 105 | $2000.00 |
| 62206 | Nov 30, 2021-May 11, 2022 | TWThSa | 6-10PM | NB Kelso 105 | $2000.00 |
| 62021 | Jan 3-Feb 25, 2022 | M-F | 8AM-5:30PM | NB Kelso 105 | $2000.00 |
| 62032 | Mar 14-May 6, 2022 | M-F | 8AM-5:30PM | NB Kelso 105 | $2000.00 |
| 62033 | May 23-July 18, 2022 | M-F | 8AM-5:30PM | NB Kelso 105 | $2000.00 |
| TBA | Jun 1-Oct 21, 2022 | TWThSa | 6-10PM | NB Kelso 105 | $2000.00 |
| 62034 | Aug 1-Sept 23, 2022 | M-F | 8AM-5:30PM | NB Kelso 105 | $2000.00 |
| 62035 | Oct 10-Dec 6, 2022 | M-F | 8AM-5:30PM | NB Kelso 105 | $2000.00 |
Contact Information
Workforce Development
Brock Administration Building, Room 128
800 College Court, New Bern, NC 28562
(252)638-7248
wfdinfo@cravencc.edu
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